WP Guard vs MainWP
MainWP is a self-hosted, open-source dashboard for unlimited sites. WP Guard is done-for-you protection with a written guarantee. Here is the honest comparison.
The difference in one table
| MainWP | WP Guard | |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | A self-hosted dashboard you run and maintain | A service that operates for you |
| Who does the work | You, including maintaining the dashboard | WP Guard experts, helped by AI |
| Outcome guarantee | 30-day money-back on the purchase | Written guarantee on the outcome, on covered sites |
| If a site is hacked | Your problem to fix | We guarantee to fix it within 12 hours |
| Pricing model | Freemium, flat Pro price | Free scanner, Pro plugin $49/mo, Guaranteed $1,999/yr (founding $1,400/yr) |
| Response | Community and vendor support | 2-hour response, around the clock, on covered sites |
Competitor details are from public information and may change; check their site for current pricing.
Which is right for you?
Choose MainWP if
MainWP fits when...
You are technical, want full self-hosted control, and are happy to maintain one more WordPress install (the dashboard) plus do all the work it surfaces.
Choose WP Guard if
WP Guard fits when...
You want less infrastructure to look after, not more. WP Guard monitors, experts act, and the result is guaranteed in writing.
See plansMainWP is genuinely good value: self-hosted and extendable, with unlimited sites at a flat price. If you want full control and do not mind hosting and maintaining the dashboard itself, it is a strong choice.
A written outcome guarantee
Tools and care plans promise effort. WP Guard guarantees the outcome: once your site passes our malware and hack clearance scan, if a covered site is hacked, we guarantee to fix it within 12 hours. In writing, with a 2-hour response, around the clock, and active guarding that checks your site every minute.
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