# Internet Explorer 6 Upgra… vs Stop Oldies

> Internet Explorer 6 Upgra… vs Stop Oldies compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. Stop Oldies comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade.

**Stop Oldies comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade.** Choose Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade if you care most about download trend. Choose Stop Oldies if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews.

| | Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade | Stop Oldies |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 10+ | 100+ ✅ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 47 | 84 ✅ |
| Download trend | +11.9% ✅ | -6.7% |
| Rating | — | 5/5 |
| Reviews | 0 | 5 ✅ |
| Health score | 23/100 | 37/100 ✅ |
| Last updated | 17 years ago | 13 years ago ✅ |
| Tested up to | WP 2.9.2 | WP 3.9.40 ✅ |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | Any | Any |
| First released | Apr 2009 | Nov 2012 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade or Stop Oldies?
Stop Oldies comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade. Choose Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade if you care most about download trend. Choose Stop Oldies if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews.

### Is Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade more popular than Stop Oldies?
Stop Oldies is the more popular of the two with 100+ active installs, compared with 10+ for Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade.

### Can I use Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade and Stop Oldies together?
Both plugins cover ie, ie6 and internet explorer, so most sites only need one. Running two plugins that do the same job can cause conflicts and slow your site down — pick the one that fits best and remove the other.

### Are Internet Explorer 6 Upgrade and Stop Oldies free?
Yes. Both are free to download from the official WordPress.org plugin directory. Either may also offer paid upgrades from its developer.


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