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MiniTool ShadowMaker vs WP STAGING
Both stand on backup software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Choose MiniTool ShadowMaker for Windows backup and restore across files, systems, partitions, and disks, with ransomware protection and plans for computers or servers. The free plan covers core backup and restore needs; paid plans add different license terms and device coverage. Consider the listed Windows-only platform and the costs and renewal terms of the paid options when choosing a plan.
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WP STAGING covers core WordPress staging and backup tasks, with broader deployment and multisite features on higher plans. Check WordPress.com compatibility and Docker requirements before choosing it.
Visit WP STAGINGThe facts
| MiniTool ShadowMaker | WP STAGING | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Windows | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro Annual Subscription: $3 a year | Personal: €89 a year |
| Plans published | 6 | 7 |
| Maker | MiniTool ShadowMaker | WP STAGING |
| Website | minitool.com | wp-staging.com |
| On backup software | #37 of 151 | #33 of 151 |
MiniTool ShadowMaker: what it does well
- Free plan covers file, system, partition, and disk backup and restore.
- Includes computer and server backup.
- Provides ransomware protection.
- Business Deluxe covers 10 PCs or servers.
- Available plans include perpetual licenses.
What to know first
- The listed platform is Windows only.
- Pro Monthly Subscription renews automatically unless unsubscribed.
- Business Deluxe costs $399.00 per month.
WP STAGING: what it does well
- Free staging and backup plan
- Many remote storage integrations
- Selective staging-to-live deployment
- WooCommerce and multisite options
- Desktop app for macOS, Windows, and Linux
What to know first
- No free trial
- WordPress.com cannot use same-server staging
- Desktop app requires Docker
- Paid plans start at €7.41/mo (annual)
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