# Referer Spam Blocker vs Block Referral Spam

> Referer Spam Blocker vs Block Referral Spam compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. Referer Spam Blocker comes out ahead, winning 3 of 5 head-to-head checks against Block Referral Spam.

**Referer Spam Blocker comes out ahead, winning 3 of 5 head-to-head checks against Block Referral Spam.** Choose Referer Spam Blocker if you care most about downloads (30 days), download trend and last updated. Choose Block Referral Spam if you care most about active installs and reviews.

| | Referer Spam Blocker | Block Referral Spam |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 60+ | 200+ ✅ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 118 ✅ | 79 |
| Download trend | +9.3% ✅ | +2.6% |
| Rating | 3/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Reviews | 2 | 9 ✅ |
| Health score | 34/100 | 34/100 |
| Last updated | 3 years ago ✅ | 9 years ago |
| Tested up to | — | WP 4.8.32 |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | Any | Any |
| First released | Jul 2015 | May 2015 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Referer Spam Blocker or Block Referral Spam?
Referer Spam Blocker comes out ahead, winning 3 of 5 head-to-head checks against Block Referral Spam. Choose Referer Spam Blocker if you care most about downloads (30 days), download trend and last updated. Choose Block Referral Spam if you care most about active installs and reviews.

### Is Referer Spam Blocker more popular than Block Referral Spam?
Block Referral Spam is the more popular of the two with 200+ active installs, compared with 60+ for Referer Spam Blocker.

### Can I use Referer Spam Blocker and Block Referral Spam together?
Both plugins cover referer spam, 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 Referer Spam Blocker and Block Referral Spam 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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