# WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) vs Social Wall Widget

> WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) vs Social Wall Widget compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Social Wall Widget.

**WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Social Wall Widget.** Choose WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews. Choose Social Wall Widget if you care most about download trend.

| | WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) | Social Wall Widget |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 100K+ ✅ | 10+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 6.6K ✅ | 57 |
| Download trend | -12.8% | 0% ✅ |
| Rating | 5/5 | — |
| Reviews | 6 ✅ | 0 |
| Health score | 83/100 ✅ | 23/100 |
| Last updated | 2 months ago ✅ | 11 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 7.1.3 ✅ | WP 4.3.34 |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ | Any |
| First released | May 2009 | Nov 2015 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) or Social Wall Widget?
WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) comes out ahead, winning 6 of 7 head-to-head checks against Social Wall Widget. Choose WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and reviews. Choose Social Wall Widget if you care most about download trend.

### Is WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) more popular than Social Wall Widget?
WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) is the more popular of the two with 100K+ active installs, compared with 10+ for Social Wall Widget.

### Can I use WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) and Social Wall Widget together?
Both plugins cover feed, 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 WebSub (FKA. PubSubHubbub) and Social Wall Widget 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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