# Backorder Desk

> Backorder Desk has <10 active installs and 49 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Backorder Desk is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 days ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**A work queue for WooCommerce order lines still waiting for goods: what each customer is owed, since when, and what already shipped.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 51
- **Downloads (30 days):** 49 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 0.1.0
- **Last updated:** Oct 11, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.7+, PHP 8.2+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** ABCreate (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/abcreate/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/backorder-desk/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [backorder](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/backorder/) | #10 | 12 |
| [Backorders](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/backorders/) | #3 | 3 |
| [inventory](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/inventory/) | >100 | 249 |
| [order management](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/order-management/) | #41 | 70 |
| [woocommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/woocommerce/) | >100 | 9,643 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| backorder | #40 | 261 |
| Backorders | #55 | 261 |
| inventory | >100 | 1,788 |
| order management | >100 | 4,678 |
| woocommerce | >100 | 10,000 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Ship Estimate for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wc-ship-est/) | 100+ | 4.9/5 (8) | Sep 11, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 2 | [Pre-Orders for WooCommerce – PreCart](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/precart/) | 60+ | 4.3/5 (4) | Jun 18, 2026 | 62/100 |
| 3 | [WC Backorder Split](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wc-backorder-split/) | 50+ | 3.7/5 (3) | Oct 9, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 4 | [SimplexIS Woocommerce Backordered Products](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simplexis-woocommerce-backordered-products/) | 10+ | — | Oct 10, 2013 | 23/100 |
| 5 | [PiWeb Advance notification for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/advance-notification-for-woocommerce/) | 10+ | — | Sep 22, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 6 | [PreOrders for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/softtent-preorders/) | 10+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 21, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 8 | [Stockline – Custom Stock Messages for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/stockline/) | <10 | — | Oct 13, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 9 | [QSynced](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/qsynced/) | <10 | — | Mar 29, 2022 | 21/100 |
| 10 | [Disable WooCommerce Backorder Emails](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/disable-backorder-emails-for-woocommerce/) | <10 | — | May 14, 2026 | 36/100 |
| 11 | [MultiAddons Pre-Order Manager for WooCommerce](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/multiaddons-pre-order-manager-for-woocommerce/) | <10 | 5/5 (2) | Jul 4, 2026 | 56/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Backorder Desk free?
Yes. Backorder Desk is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Backorder Desk safe to use in 2026?
Backorder Desk is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 days ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Backorder Desk?
Backorder Desk is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 51 times since it launched in October 2026. It was downloaded 49 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Backorder Desk work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Backorder Desk up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.7 or newer.

### What PHP version does Backorder Desk need?
Backorder Desk requires PHP 8.2 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Backorder Desk last updated?
The latest version, 0.1.0, was released on October 11, 2026 (2 days ago).

### Who makes Backorder Desk?
Backorder Desk is developed and maintained by ABCreate.

### What are the best alternatives to Backorder Desk?
The most popular alternatives to Backorder Desk are Ship Estimate for WooCommer… (100+ installs), Pre-Orders for WooCommerce (60+ installs) and WC Backorder Split (50+ installs).


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