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Uncanny Automator8.7/10WP Dark Mode8.3/10

Uncanny Automator vs WP Dark Mode

Uncanny Automator wins 2 of the 3 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.

At a glance

FeatureUncanny AutomatorWP Dark Mode
Our score8.7/10 (better)8.3/10
Starts at$20/month$49/year
Free versionYesYes
Refund window14 days30 days (better)
BillingSubscriptionOne-time payment
Active installs40K+ (better)20K+
Last Black Friday50% off–
CategoryAdmin & dev toolsAdmin & dev tools
VendorUncanny OwlWPPOOL
Black Friday 2026Not announcedNot announced

Which should you choose?

Choose Uncanny Automator if…

  • Site owners who want to automate WordPress tasks without code
  • Multisite networks needing one automation tool across many sites
Uncanny Automator reviewVisit Uncanny Automator (opens in a new tab)

Choose WP Dark Mode if…

  • Sites that want a visitor-controlled dark mode
  • Sites with WooCommerce product pages to exclude
WP Dark Mode reviewVisit WP Dark Mode (opens in a new tab)

Features

Uncanny Automator

  • No-code automation
  • Uncanny Agent AI assistant
  • Multisite support
  • Custom User Fields addon
  • Restrict Content addon
  • User Lists addon
  • Dynamic Content addon

WP Dark Mode

  • Time, OS and sunset based switching
  • 16 ready-made color schemes
  • Exclude pages and products
  • Dark mode for admin and login
  • Dark mode usage analytics
  • Elementor and Gutenberg widgets

Pros and cons

Uncanny Automator

  • Free version available on WordPress.org
  • 14-day money-back guarantee
  • Rated 4.9/5 on WordPress.org by 40,000+ active sites
  • Multisite support on the Plus and Elite plans
  • Uncanny Agent usage is limited by plan and extra usage packs cost extra
  • Several addons are only included on the Plus and Elite plans
  • A WordPress.org support thread says the plugin listing does not make clear which features need a paid plan

WP Dark Mode

  • Free version on WordPress.org
  • Time-based, OS-based and sunset-based switching
  • Lets you exclude specific pages, posts or WooCommerce products
  • 30-day money-back guarantee on all plans
  • Premium features need a paid plan
  • The Personal plan covers one site only

Pricing plans

Uncanny Automator

  • BasicStarts here

    $20/month

    1 site

    • Uncanny Agent with standard monthly and anytime usage
    • 1 year of premium support and updates

  • Plus

    $30/month

    10 sites

    • Multisite support
    • Uncanny Agent with 2x usage
    • Custom User Fields, Restrict Content and User Lists addons

  • Elite

    $40/month

    50 sites

    • Multisite support
    • Uncanny Agent with 4x usage
    • Elite Integrations and Dynamic Content addons

WP Dark Mode

  • PersonalStarts here

    $49/year

    1 site sites

    • Lifetime plugin updates
    • Lifetime priority support
    • All features included

  • Business

    $89/year

    5 sites sites

    • Lifetime plugin updates
    • Lifetime priority support
    • All features included

  • Agency

    $179/year

    500 sites sites

    • Lifetime plugin updates
    • Lifetime priority support
    • All features included

Uncanny Automator vs WP Dark Mode questions

Is Uncanny Automator better than WP Dark Mode?

On our comparison Uncanny Automator comes out ahead on 2 of 3 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.

Which is cheaper, Uncanny Automator or WP Dark Mode?

Uncanny Automator starts at $20/month and WP Dark Mode starts at $49/year.

Can I get Uncanny Automator or WP Dark Mode cheaper on Black Friday?

Both are on our Black Friday tracker. Uncanny Automator was 50% off last year.

Both products

Uncanny Automator

8.7/10

Uncanny Automator allows you to connect your WordPress site and automate tasks between various plugins and apps, enhancing productivity without any coding.

Free version
Yes
Price
From $20/month
Category
Admin & dev tools
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Uncanny Automator

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