Jetpack is a free WordPress plugin with paid plans for security, backups and performance tools.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $9.95/month
- Category
- Other tools
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Jetpack
Jetpack vs Polylang Pro
Polylang Pro wins 2 of the 3 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
At a glance
| Feature | Jetpack | Polylang Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 6.2/10 | 8.3/10 (better) |
| Starts at | $9.95/month | €99/year |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Refund window | 14 days | 30 days (better) |
| Billing | Free + paid plans | Free + paid plans |
| Active installs | 3M+ (better) | 900K+ |
| Last Black Friday | 50% off | – |
| Category | Other tools | Other tools |
| Vendor | Automattic | – |
| Black Friday 2026 | Not announced | Not announced |
Which should you choose?
Choose Jetpack if…
- Site owners who want security and backups from one vendor
- Sites that need stats and performance tools in one plugin
Choose Polylang Pro if…
- Site owners running multilingual sites
- Agencies translating WooCommerce stores for clients
Features
Jetpack
- Real-time backups
- Malware scanning and removal
- Performance tools
- Brute force protection
- Downtime monitoring
- Site stats
Polylang Pro
- Translate content types
- Translate menus and widgets
- Custom post types
- WooCommerce translation
- Synchronized content
- XLIFF import and export
Pros and cons
Jetpack
- Free plan has no time limit
- Paid plans bundle several tools
- 14-day money-back guarantee on plans
- Renewal price is about double the first-year price
- Plans are priced per month, billed yearly, after the promotional first year
Polylang Pro
- Free version available on WordPress.org
- Premium support and updates included in Pro
- Supports custom post types and taxonomies
- Pro and add-ons are priced in euros
- Updates and premium support need annual renewal
Pricing plans
Jetpack
SecurityStarts here
$9.95/month
- First year, billed yearly
- Regular price $19.95/month
- Save vs buying modules individually
GrowthStarts here
$9.95/month
- First year, billed yearly
- Regular price $19.95/month
- Save vs buying modules individually
Complete
$24.95/month
- Marked as the popular plan
- First year, billed yearly
- Regular price $49.95/month
Polylang Pro
Polylang ProStarts here
€99/year
several sites sites
- One year of updates and premium support
- License options for several sites
- 50% renewal discount
Polylang for WooCommerceStarts here
€99/year
several sites sites
- One year of updates and premium support
- License options for several sites
- 50% renewal discount
Polylang Business Pack
€139/year
several sites sites
- One year of updates and premium support
- License options for several sites
- 50% renewal discount
What Reddit says
Jetpack
Reddit users are mostly negative about Jetpack, citing weak customer support, Jetpack Search charges that did not match their plan, and a view that it is one of the most disliked WordPress plugins. Several posts simply look for alternatives to its VideoPress, Carousel, or Search features.
Polylang Pro
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Jetpack vs Polylang Pro questions
Is Jetpack better than Polylang Pro?
On our comparison Polylang Pro comes out ahead on 2 of 3 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
Which is cheaper, Jetpack or Polylang Pro?
Jetpack starts at $9.95/month and Polylang Pro starts at €99/year.
Can I get Jetpack or Polylang Pro cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Jetpack was 50% off last year.
Both products
Polylang Pro adds premium support, updates and extra features to the free Polylang plugin for multilingual WordPress sites.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From €99/year
- Category
- Other tools
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Polylang Pro