Query Monitor vs WP Crontrol
Side-by-side WordPress.org install buckets, ratings, and support signals. Neither side can pay for a win.
| Metric | Query Monitor | WP Crontrol |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 200K+ | 300K+ |
| Rating | 4.9 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Number of ratings | 469 | 165 |
| Support resolved | 14.3% | 66.7% |
| Rank by installs | #262 | #201 |
| Tested up to | 7.0.4 | 7.1 |
| Requires PHP | 7.4 | 7.4 |
Methodology and snapshot notes
Query Monitor vs WP Crontrol is a data-led WordPress plugin comparison on HostList. Both sides use the same WordPress.org signals: active-install buckets, ratings, rating volume, and support resolution where available. Neither plugin vendor can pay for a win on this page. Use the numbers to shortlist a tool, then follow the hosting links for WordPress, WooCommerce, caching, or security fit. Active installs are ranges, not exact counts. HostList rank is by active-install bucket only (alphabetical tiebreak within a bucket).
As of the latest HostList snapshot, Query Monitor sits at 200K+ active installs with a 4.9/5 rating from 469 reviews (rank #262 by installs). WP Crontrol is at 300K+, 4.5/5 from 165 reviews (rank #201). Support resolution is 14.3% for Query Monitor and 66.7% for WP Crontrol. Prefer the side whose install bucket, rating volume, and support load match your risk tolerance, then pick hosting that fits that stack.
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