# Static File Browser vs WP BrowserUpdate

> Static File Browser vs WP BrowserUpdate compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. WP BrowserUpdate comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Static File Browser.

**WP BrowserUpdate comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Static File Browser.** Choose WP BrowserUpdate if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

| | Static File Browser | WP BrowserUpdate |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | <10 | 1K+ ✅ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 56 | 500 ✅ |
| Download trend | 0% | +15.5% ✅ |
| Rating | — | 4.6/5 |
| Reviews | 0 | 16 ✅ |
| Health score | 21/100 | 76/100 ✅ |
| Last updated | 8 years ago | 2 months ago ✅ |
| Tested up to | WP 4.9.34 | WP 7.1.3 ✅ |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | Any | 7.4+ |
| First released | Aug 2018 | Apr 2013 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Static File Browser or WP BrowserUpdate?
WP BrowserUpdate comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Static File Browser.  Choose WP BrowserUpdate if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

### Is Static File Browser more popular than WP BrowserUpdate?
WP BrowserUpdate is the more popular of the two with 1K+ active installs, compared with <10 for Static File Browser.

### Can I use Static File Browser and WP BrowserUpdate together?
Both plugins cover browser, 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 Static File Browser and WP BrowserUpdate 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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