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Delete Pending Comments

By Sudar Muthu

Site Administration & Utilities / Bulk Operations & Batch Editing

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Delete Pending Comments Review - In-Depth Analysis

Quickly delete all pending and spam comments. Ideal for those affected by spam attacks.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.95/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 94+ reviews)

Active Installations

10,000+

Update Frequency

Below Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin is a quick way to delete all pending and spam comments. It is useful for victims of spammer attacks.

After installing the plugin, go to Comments -> Delete Pending Comments and follow the instructions to delete all the pending comments.

This plugin was originally developed by Nicolas Kuttler and he maintained it till June 24, 2020. From June 24, 2020, Sudar Muthu took over the development and maintenance of the plugin.

Comparing to Alternatives

Delete Pending Comments is a specialized plugin focused on removing pending comments efficiently. While there are other plugins that handle comment deletion, this one stands out for its simplicity and targeted functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Very easy and quick to use with minimal setup.
Effectively removes large volumes of spam comments.
No complex settings, making it straightforward for users.
High user satisfaction with a 4.7 rating from 94 reviews.

Weaknesses

Recent update reportedly deletes all comments, not just pending ones.
Lacks granular control or advanced filtering options.
No pro version or additional premium features available.

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star ratings (91.5%) and very few low ratings, users generally appreciate the plugin's efficiency and simplicity. However, a small minority have experienced critical issues after updates.

Positive highlights

'Solved a problem I've been having for a LONG time… Easy and quick' - Nick van de Veerdonk
'2000 spam comments gone in a moment on latest WP version 6.1' - KeithRowley
'Best plugin to delete comments so far, please keep it updated.' - pipi842
'Mit einem Klick Spam entfernt… Perfektes Plugin' - rol69

Common complaints

Deletes all comments, not just pending ones, after the latest update.

Weaknesses

Risk of deleting approved or important comments unintentionally.
No options to customize which comments to delete.
Limited functionality beyond deleting pending comments.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users who want a simple, no-fuss plugin to quickly delete pending or spam comments without needing advanced features.

Not ideal for

Users who require precise control over comment deletion or who have many approved comments they want to preserve, due to risk of accidental deletion.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers straightforward deletion of pending comments with no additional features or settings.

Final Verdict

Delete Pending Comments is a highly rated plugin praised for its simplicity and effectiveness in removing unwanted comments quickly. It suits users looking for a lightweight solution without complex options.

However, recent reports of it deleting all comments, not just pending ones, raise concerns about reliability and caution is advised. Users needing more control or safety features might consider alternatives.