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 Sugar Calendar
Evenly matched on the points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
At a glance
| Feature | Jetpack | Sugar Calendar |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 6.2/10 | 8.1/10 (better) |
| Starts at | $9.95/month | $49.50/year |
| Free version | Yes | Yes |
| Refund window | 14 days | 14 days |
| Billing | Free + paid plans | Subscription |
| Active installs | 3M+ (better) | 10K+ |
| Last Black Friday | 50% off | – |
| Category | Other tools | Other tools |
| Vendor | Automattic | Sugar Calendar |
| 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 Sugar Calendar if…
- Sites that sell event tickets
- Clubs and small organizations running events
Features
Jetpack
- Real-time backups
- Malware scanning and removal
- Performance tools
- Brute force protection
- Downtime monitoring
- Site stats
Sugar Calendar
- Recurring events
- Ticket sales
- Registration forms
- Calendar blocks and widgets
- Migration from The Events Calendar
- Calendar feeds and sync
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
Sugar Calendar
- Free version on WordPress.org
- Sells tickets with Stripe or WooCommerce
- One-click migration from The Events Calendar
- 14-day money-back guarantee on all plans
- Integration credits are capped at 1,000 to 5,000, depending on the plan
- The Basic plan includes basic support only
- Only annual subscriptions are offered
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
Sugar Calendar
BasicStarts here
$49.50/year
1 site
- 1,000 integration credits
- Unlimited events, calendars and attendees
- Basic support
Plus
$99.50/year
1 site
- 2,000 integration credits
- Premium addons
- Premium support
Pro
$199.50/year
3 sites
- 3,000 integration credits
- Premium addons
- Premium support
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.
Sugar Calendar
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
Jetpack vs Sugar Calendar questions
Is Jetpack better than Sugar Calendar?
They're evenly matched on the points we can measure. Pick by features and budget.
Which is cheaper, Jetpack or Sugar Calendar?
Jetpack starts at $9.95/month and Sugar Calendar starts at $49.50/year.
Can I get Jetpack or Sugar Calendar cheaper on Black Friday?
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Jetpack was 50% off last year.
Both products
Sugar Calendar: WordPress Events Calendar & Bookings Plugin
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $49.50/year
- Category
- Other tools
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Sugar Calendar