# Mail Queue vs Virtual Queue

> Mail Queue vs Virtual Queue compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. Mail Queue comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Virtual Queue.

**Mail Queue comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Virtual Queue.** Choose Mail Queue if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

| | Mail Queue | Virtual Queue |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 1K+ ✅ | 10+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 610 ✅ | 45 |
| Download trend | -31.8% ✅ | -37.5% |
| Rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Reviews | 8 ✅ | 1 |
| Health score | 82/100 ✅ | 30/100 |
| Last updated | 1 month ago ✅ | 6 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 7.1.3 ✅ | WP 5.3.26 |
| Support resolved | 100% | — |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ | 5.6+ |
| First released | Dec 2021 | Apr 2020 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Mail Queue or Virtual Queue?
Mail Queue comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Virtual Queue. Choose Mail Queue if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

### Is Mail Queue more popular than Virtual Queue?
Mail Queue is the more popular of the two with 1K+ active installs, compared with 10+ for Virtual Queue.

### Can I use Mail Queue and Virtual Queue together?
Both plugins cover queue, 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 Mail Queue and Virtual Queue 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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