Code Manager vs OttoKit

Evenly matched on the points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.

At a glance

FeatureCode ManagerOttoKit
Our scoreNot rated8.5/10
Starts at$29.99 lifetime$9/month
Free versionYesYes
Refund window–14 days
BillingLifetime dealOne-time payment
Active installs–90K+
Last Black Friday–57% off
CategoryAdmin & dev toolsAdmin & dev tools
VendorCode ManagerBrainstorm Force
Black Friday 2026Not announcedNot announced

Which should you choose?

Choose Code Manager if…

  • Developers who manage custom code snippets on WordPress sites
  • Agencies deploying the same code across several sites

Choose OttoKit if…

  • WordPress sites that need automation across other apps
  • Agencies managing several client sites

Features

Code Manager

  • Code editing for PHP, JavaScript, CSS and HTML
  • Preview mode
  • Export and import
  • Shortcodes
  • Resource files
  • Server code

OttoKit

  • No-code workflow builder
  • WordPress connections
  • AI agents and human-in-the-loop steps
  • Branches, loops and delays
  • App integrations
  • Unlimited workflows on paid plans

Pros and cons

Code Manager

  • Free license available at no cost
  • Premium licenses are one-time payments, not subscriptions
  • Unlimited-site license for 99.99 one-time
  • 14-day free trial listed
  • Pricing page does not list features for each premium tier
  • Money-back guarantee length is not stated
  • Few reviews found for the plugin on Trustpilot or G2

OttoKit

  • Free plan with 250 tasks per month and 20 workflows
  • Lifetime deals are offered alongside the monthly and annual plans
  • Business and Business Plus include unlimited WordPress connections
  • Paid plans include unlimited global variables and workflows
  • Free plan is limited to one site and 250 tasks per month
  • Pro plan is capped at 5 WordPress connections and 5,000 tasks per month
  • Trustpilot sample is small, at 14 reviews

Pricing plans

Code Manager

  • Free License

    Free

    Unlimited sites

    • Free to use
    • No recurring fee
  • Premium Single SiteStarts here

    $29.99 lifetime

    1 site

    • One-time payment
    • Single site license
  • Premium Three Sites

    $59.99 lifetime

    3 sites

    • One-time payment
    • Three site license

OttoKit

  • Free

    Free

    1 site

    • 250 tasks per month
    • 20 workflows
    • All integrations
  • ProStarts here

    $9/month

    5 sites

    • 5,000 tasks per month
    • 5,000 table rows
    • 5 WordPress connections
  • Business

    $19/month

    Unlimited sites

    • 10,000 tasks per month
    • 5 workspaces
    • Unlimited WordPress connections

Code Manager vs OttoKit questions

Is Code Manager better than OttoKit?

They're evenly matched on the points we can measure. Pick by features and budget.

Which is cheaper, Code Manager or OttoKit?

Code Manager starts at $29.99 lifetime and OttoKit starts at $9/month.

Can I get Code Manager or OttoKit cheaper on Black Friday?

Both are on our Black Friday tracker. OttoKit was 57% off last year.

Both products

OttoKit

8.5/10

OttoKit helps automate workflows across various applications including WordPress, allowing users to easily manage and streamline their tasks.

Free version
Yes
Price
From $9/month
Category
Admin & dev tools

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