Blogger vs WordPress (Detailed Comparison)
| Section | Blogger | WordPress (WordPress.com & WordPress.org) |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership | Owned by Google. Google may disable your account at any time. | WordPress.com is owned by Automattic. WordPress.org is all about security. |
| Cost | Completely free. You only have to pay if you purchase a custom domain. | You can get started for free with WordPress.com, but you have to pay for additional features. Purchasing hosting and a domain with WordPress.org will increase the cost. |
| Customization | Fewer customization options. Only a few predefined themes are available. | WordPress.org offers complete customization with a large number of Themes & Plugins. |
| SEO (Search Engine Optimization) | Good SEO support because of direct connection to Google. But no complete control. | You can make advanced SEO changes (plugins like Yoast SEO) with WordPress.org. WordPress.com has restrictions. |
| Plugins & Features | Blogger does not support plugins or third-party applications. | WordPress.org allows you to add new features through thousands of plugins. WordPress.com has restrictions. |
| Source Code Access | Not available. Blogger cannot be modified. | WordPress.org has full source code access. You can make any necessary changes. |
| Hosting | Free hosting is provided through Google's servers. No separate hosting is required. | If you use WordPress.org, you will need separate hosting (Bluehost, SiteGround, etc.). WordPress.com has its own hosting. |
| Control & Ownership | Google can delete your blog at any time. Google has full visibility. | With WordPress.org, you have full control. There are no restrictions. |
| Security | Google's security is top-notch. You don't have to worry about any kind of security. | Security needs to be taken care of separately on WordPress.org (requires SSL, Firewall, Backup, etc.). Security is provided on WordPress.com. |
| Monetization | Only Google AdSense is supported. Other ads cannot be run. | WordPress.org supports all revenue streams, including AdSense, Affiliate Marketing, Sponsored Posts, and Memberships. WordPress.com has restrictions. |
| Default URL | example.blogspot.com | example.wordpress.com (on WordPress.com). You can use a separate domain on WordPress.org. |
| Mobile Usability | Optimized for mobile use. Blogger App available. | It can be best used with WordPress's Responsive Themes & Mobile Apps. |
| Speed & Performance | Blogger's servers are very fast, so you get excellent speed. | Speed varies depending on hosting on WordPress.org. Choosing a good hosting will result in faster speeds. |
| Backup & Restore | Google's Backup & Restore feature is there, but it doesn't have complete control. | WordPress.org has a full backup feature. WordPress.com has restrictions. |
| Ease of Use | Very simple UI. Even those with basic knowledge can use it easily. | WordPress.org requires some technical knowledge. WordPress.com is as simple as Blogger. |
Which is better?
Who is Blogger best for?
✅ Those who want to write a blog for free and easily.
✅ Those who do not have technical knowledge.
✅ Those who do not want to take care of hosting and security separately.
✅ Those who want to earn a small amount of income through Google AdSense.
Who is WordPress best for?
✅ Those who need complete control and customization.
✅ Those who need the highest income opportunities (Affiliate Marketing, Memberships, E-commerce, etc.).
✅ Those who want to create professional and personal websites.
✅ Those who want to manage SEO, Design, Plugins.
How to choose?
- Want simple posts, free and easy to use? → Blogger
- Want advanced features, complete control, and income potential? → WordPress.org