# System Requirements Check

> System Requirements Check has 40+ active installs, a 4.5/5 rating from 2 reviews and 61 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 51/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** System Requirements Check works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 4.5/5 and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 51/100 on our health check.

**Checks for the specified version of the operating systems, web browsers, screen resolution, IP address, Flash Player, JRE, cookie, and Javascript.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 40+
- **Total downloads:** 6,908
- **Downloads (30 days):** 61 (+5.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4.5/5 from 2 reviews
- **Health score:** 51/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.2.4
- **Last updated:** May 28, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.9.9
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.0+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Ethan Lin (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/eslin87/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/system-requirements-check/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [check](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/check/) | #18 | 40 |
| [requirements](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/requirements/) | #2 | 4 |
| [system](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/system/) | #8 | 24 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| check | #36 | 10,000 |
| requirements | #4 | 10,000 |
| system | #69 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 1.2: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP-Cron Status Checker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-cron-status-checker/) | 5K+ | 3.5/5 (8) | Jul 15, 2026 | 69/100 |
| 2 | [Cron Setup and Monitor – Get URL Cron](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/get-url-cron/) | 1K+ | 3/5 (2) | Sep 4, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 3 | [Email Test – Check if your emails are being delivered](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/email-test/) | 1K+ | 5/5 (3) | Mar 13, 2021 | 34/100 |
| 4 | [Plugins Condition & Site Check](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/plugins-condition/) | 1K+ | 4.5/5 (8) | Aug 16, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 5 | [Child Theme Check](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/child-theme-check/) | 800+ | 5/5 (8) | May 31, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 6 | [Anti Spam and list cleaner – AcyChecker](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/acychecker/) | 400+ | 5/5 (4) | Jul 27, 2026 | 68/100 |
| 7 | [File Permissions & Size Check](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-file-permission-check/) | 300+ | 4.8/5 (4) | Mar 13, 2013 | 32/100 |
| 8 | [Checkmail validation for Contact Form 7](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/checkmail-validation-for-contact-form-7/) | 300+ | 4.1/5 (9) | Jul 11, 2012 | 34/100 |
| 9 | [Utánvét Ellenőr](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/uv-b-connector-for-woocommerce/) | 200+ | 5/5 (3) | Sep 2, 2026 | 71/100 |
| 10 | [Force Update Check for Plugins and Themes](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/force-update-check-for-plugins-and-themes/) | 200+ | 5/5 (5) | Aug 12, 2024 | 38/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is System Requirements Check free?
Yes. System Requirements Check is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is System Requirements Check safe to use in 2026?
System Requirements Check works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 40+ sites, is rated 4.5/5 and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 51/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use System Requirements Check?
System Requirements Check is active on 40+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 6,908 times since it launched in March 2014. It was downloaded 61 times in the last 30 days.

### Does System Requirements Check work with WordPress 7.1?
System Requirements Check is officially tested up to WordPress 6.9.9, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does System Requirements Check need?
System Requirements Check requires PHP 7.0 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was System Requirements Check last updated?
The latest version, 1.2.4, was released on May 28, 2026 (4 months ago).

### Who makes System Requirements Check?
System Requirements Check is developed and maintained by Ethan Lin.

### What are the best alternatives to System Requirements Check?
The most popular alternatives to System Requirements Check are WP-Cron Status Checker (5K+ installs), Cron Setup and Monitor (1K+ installs) and Email Test (1K+ installs).


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