Betta Comments
A powerful tool for bulk deleting, filtering, and managing WordPress comments and reviews with ease.
Use with caution
Betta Comments works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 4.8/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 43/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- No update in over a year
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.8 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Betta Comments stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| bulk delete | >100 |
| comments | >100 |
| filter | >100 |
| management | >100 |
| reviews | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 4.8 from 5 reviews
About Betta Comments
From the official readme · v1.3.0Description
Betta Comments is a comprehensive solution for WordPress administrators to efficiently manage comments and reviews. This plugin enhances the native WordPress comment management features by allowing administrators to bulk delete comments and reviews, apply advanced filters, and ensure that comment management is streamlined and secure.
Key Features:
* Bulk delete comments and reviews.
* Filter comments/reviews by status (approved, pending, spam, trash).
* Select specific comments/reviews for deletion.
* Clear confirmation dialog before deleting multiple items.
* Enhanced security measures to prevent accidental mass deletions.
* User-friendly interface with intuitive controls and progress indicators.
Additional Features:
* Delete comments/reviews based on date range or author.
* Integration with existing WordPress comment/review management tools.
This plugin is essential for any WordPress site with a high volume of comments or reviews, ensuring that comment management is as efficient and secure as possible.
Features
- Efficient management of large comment volumes with pagination
- Customizable entries per page (25, 50, or 100)
- Quick access from plugin page with direct navigation link
- Comprehensive filtering options for comments and reviews
- Bulk delete functionality with confirmation safeguards
- User-friendly interface with intuitive controls
- Visual comment count indicator in admin menu
- Compatible with both comments and reviews
- Secure implementation following WordPress best practices
Frequently asked questions
How do I use Betta Comments?
Once installed and activated, Betta Comments adds a new menu item under the “Comments” section in your WordPress admin dashboard. From there, you can bulk delete, filter, and manage your comments and reviews.
Does Betta Comments work with WooCommerce reviews?
Yes, Betta Comments is fully compatible with WooCommerce reviews, allowing you to filter and delete product reviews just like regular comments.
Is there a way to restore deleted comments?
As of version 1.1.0, Betta Comments does not include a comment restoration feature. Deleted comments are moved to the trash, where they can be permanently deleted after 24 hours.= How many comments can I manage at once? = You can choose to display 25, 50, or 100 comments per page. The pagination feature allows you to easily navigate through all your comments, regardless of the total number.
Can I filter comments by author?
Yes, you can filter comments by author name or email address. The filtering system has been improved for better accuracy in version 1.2.0.
Is it possible to bulk delete comments?
Yes, you can select multiple comments and delete them in bulk. The plugin includes a confirmation dialog to prevent accidental deletions.
Where can I find the plugin in the admin menu?
The plugin appears as “Betta Comments” in the main admin menu, located between Pages and Posts for easy access.
Plugin Navigation
The plugin menu can now be found directly in the WordPress admin menu (between Pages and Posts) Quick access to plugin settings via the ‘Access’ link in the Plugins page Support the plugin by leaving a review via the new ‘Leave a Review’ link For more information, visit WordPress.
Changelog
This update adds pagination support, improves performance with large numbers of comments, and includes several usability enhancements. Update recommended for all users.
1.3.0
- Enhancement: Added new features and improvements
- Fix: Various bug fixes and optimizations
1.2.0
- Enhancement: Added pagination support for better performance with large numbers of comments
- Enhancement: Added entries per page selector (25, 50, 100 entries)
- Enhancement: Added total comments count indicator in admin menu
- Enhancement: Improved comment filtering accuracy
- Enhancement: Added pagination controls at top and bottom of comments list
- Enhancement: Improved bulk delete functionality with consistent controls
- Fix: Resolved issue with author name filtering
- Fix: Fixed comment count display accuracy
- Fix: Added proper text domain support for translations
- Fix: Improved code compliance with WordPress standards
1.1.0
- Enhancement: Relocated plugin menu as standalone item for better visibility
- Enhancement: Added quick ‘Access’ link in plugin actions for direct navigation
- Enhancement: Added ‘Leave a Review’ link in plugin meta section
- Enhancement: Updated menu position to improve discoverability (now between Pages and Posts)
1.0.0
- Initial release of Betta Comments
- Bulk delete functionality for comments and reviews
- Advanced filtering options by status, date range, and author
- Clear confirmation dialogs for bulk deletion
- User-friendly interface with intuitive design
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FAQ
Betta Comments: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Sep 29, 2026
Is Betta Comments free?
Yes. Betta Comments is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Betta Comments safe to use in 2026?
Betta Comments works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 4.8/5 and was last updated 1 year ago, and scores 43/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Betta Comments?
Betta Comments is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,402 times since it launched in November 2024. It was downloaded 59 times in the last 30 days.
Does Betta Comments work with WordPress 7.1?
Betta Comments is officially tested up to WordPress 6.8.10, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Betta Comments need?
Betta Comments requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Betta Comments last updated?
The latest version, 1.3.0, was released on May 16, 2025 (1 year ago).
Who makes Betta Comments?
Betta Comments is developed and maintained by Willard Muzaeni.
What are the best alternatives to Betta Comments?
The most popular alternatives to Betta Comments are WP Bulk Delete (90K+ installs), BEAR (30K+ installs) and Bulk Delete (30K+ installs).
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