# Simple Mathjax vs WP QuickLaTeX

> Simple Mathjax vs WP QuickLaTeX compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. Simple Mathjax comes out ahead, winning 4 of 7 head-to-head checks against WP QuickLaTeX.

**Simple Mathjax comes out ahead, winning 4 of 7 head-to-head checks against WP QuickLaTeX.** Choose Simple Mathjax if you care most about rating, health score and last updated. Choose WP QuickLaTeX if you care most about downloads (30 days), download trend and reviews.

| | Simple Mathjax | WP QuickLaTeX |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 4K+ | 4K+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 415 | 634 ✅ |
| Download trend | -11.1% | +5.3% ✅ |
| Rating | 4.7/5 ✅ | 4.6/5 |
| Reviews | 14 | 31 ✅ |
| Health score | 49/100 ✅ | 48/100 |
| Last updated | 1 year ago ✅ | 2 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 6.8.10 ✅ | WP 6.5.12 |
| Support resolved | — | 100% |
| Requires PHP | Any | Any |
| First released | Sep 2011 | May 2009 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Simple Mathjax or WP QuickLaTeX?
Simple Mathjax comes out ahead, winning 4 of 7 head-to-head checks against WP QuickLaTeX. Choose Simple Mathjax if you care most about rating, health score and last updated. Choose WP QuickLaTeX if you care most about downloads (30 days), download trend and reviews.

### Is Simple Mathjax more popular than WP QuickLaTeX?
Simple Mathjax is the more popular of the two with 4K+ active installs, compared with 4K+ for WP QuickLaTeX.

### Can I use Simple Mathjax and WP QuickLaTeX together?
Both plugins cover latex, 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 Simple Mathjax and WP QuickLaTeX 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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