Really Simple Security vs Wordfence Security
Side-by-side WordPress.org install buckets, ratings, and support signals. Neither side can pay for a win.
| Metric | Really Simple Security | Wordfence Security |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 3M+ | 5M+ |
| Rating | 4.9 / 5 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Number of ratings | 8,863 | 4,998 |
| Support resolved | 91.7% | 71.1% |
| Rank by installs | #17 | #10 |
| Tested up to | 7.1 | 7.1 |
| Requires PHP | 7.4 | 7.0 |
Methodology and snapshot notes
Really Simple Security vs Wordfence Security 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, Really Simple Security sits at 3M+ active installs with a 4.9/5 rating from 8,863 reviews (rank #17 by installs). Wordfence Security is at 5M+, 4.7/5 from 4,998 reviews (rank #10). Support resolution is 91.7% for Really Simple Security and 71.1% for Wordfence Security. 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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Data aggregated from WordPress.org. Active installs are published buckets, not exact counts. Category: security.