# SearchWP Live Ajax Search vs Extra Options

> SearchWP Live Ajax Search vs Extra Options compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. SearchWP Live Ajax Search comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Extra Options.

**SearchWP Live Ajax Search comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Extra Options.** Choose SearchWP Live Ajax Search if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

| | SearchWP Live Ajax Search | Extra Options |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 50K+ ✅ | 10+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 7.7K ✅ | 31 |
| Download trend | -28.3% ✅ | -32.6% |
| Rating | 4.7/5 | — |
| Reviews | 36 ✅ | 0 |
| Health score | 85/100 ✅ | 23/100 |
| Last updated | 2 months ago ✅ | 16 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 7.0.7 ✅ | WP 3.1.4 |
| Support resolved | 100% | — |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ | Any |
| First released | May 2014 | Sep 2010 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, SearchWP Live Ajax Search or Extra Options?
SearchWP Live Ajax Search comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Extra Options. Choose SearchWP Live Ajax Search if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

### Is SearchWP Live Ajax Search more popular than Extra Options?
SearchWP Live Ajax Search is the more popular of the two with 50K+ active installs, compared with 10+ for Extra Options.

### Can I use SearchWP Live Ajax Search and Extra Options together?
Both plugins cover ajax, 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 SearchWP Live Ajax Search and Extra Options 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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