# Restrict vs Simple Client Dashboard

> Restrict vs Simple Client Dashboard compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. Simple Client Dashboard comes out ahead, winning 5 of 6 head-to-head checks against Restrict.

**Simple Client Dashboard comes out ahead, winning 5 of 6 head-to-head checks against Restrict.** Choose Restrict if you care most about downloads (30 days). Choose Simple Client Dashboard if you care most about download trend, rating and reviews.

| | Restrict – membership, site, content and user access restrictions for WordPress | Simple Client Dashboard |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 2K+ | 2K+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 940 ✅ | 849 |
| Download trend | -45.6% | -36.7% ✅ |
| Rating | 4.2/5 | 4.5/5 ✅ |
| Reviews | 25 | 26 ✅ |
| Health score | 80/100 | 82/100 ✅ |
| Last updated | 1 month ago | 1 month ago ✅ |
| Tested up to | WP 7.1.3 | WP 7.1.3 |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | Any | Any |
| First released | Oct 2016 | Apr 2013 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Restrict or Simple Client Dashboard?
Simple Client Dashboard comes out ahead, winning 5 of 6 head-to-head checks against Restrict. Choose Restrict if you care most about downloads (30 days). Choose Simple Client Dashboard if you care most about download trend, rating and reviews.

### Is Restrict more popular than Simple Client Dashboard?
Restrict is the more popular of the two with 2K+ active installs, compared with 2K+ for Simple Client Dashboard.

### Can I use Restrict and Simple Client Dashboard together?
Both plugins cover Restrict access, 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 Restrict and Simple Client Dashboard 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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