The free version of Hide Admin Bar is perfect for most basic use cases — like hiding the admin toolbar for guest users or specific roles.
But if you’re managing a large site, working with clients, or need fine-grained control, Hide Admin Bar Pro gives you powerful new options like per-user visibility, page targeting, and device-based rules.
Here’s a detailed comparison so you can decide what’s best for your site or workflow.
Feature Comparison Table #
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Hide admin bar by user role | ✅ | ✅ |
| Hide for guest (non-logged-in) users | ✅ | ✅ |
| Capability blacklist | ✅ | ✅ |
| Per-user override | ❌ | ✅ |
| Frontend vs backend toggle | ❌ | ✅ |
| Hide on specific pages / URLs | ❌ | ✅ |
| Device-based visibility (mobile/tablet/desktop) | ❌ | ✅ |
| Time-based admin bar control | ❌ | ✅ |
| Remove specific toolbar items (WP logo, profile, etc.) | ❌ | ✅ |
| Redirect users when admin bar is hidden | ❌ | ✅ |
| Import/export settings | ❌ | ✅ |
| Developer hooks & filters | Limited | 🛠 Coming Soon |
| Multisite support (per site) | ✅ | 🛠 Coming Soon |
| Network-wide settings (coming soon) | ❌ | 🛠 Coming Soon |
Why Choose Pro? #
Here’s what sets the Pro version apart:
- 🧠 Smart logic for devices, time, and page rules
- 👤 Per-user overrides to handle exceptions without touching code
- 🔁 Import/export settings across sites — perfect for freelancers & agencies
- 🛑 Admin redirect for users who shouldn’t be accessing
/wp-admin - 🧩 Toolbar item control to remove clutter like comments or WP logo
Is Pro a One-Time or Subscription? #
You can choose either:
- ✅ Yearly plans (with updates and support)
- ✅ Lifetime plans (pay once, use forever)
Still Not Sure? #
Start with the Free version. You can upgrade at any time — your settings will remain intact, and Pro features will unlock instantly.
