Autoptimize vs LiteSpeed Cache: Which Is Faster for WordPress?

Autoptimize vs LiteSpeed Cache - MakeWPFast
Autoptimize
B
900K+ installs · 4.7/5 rating
VS
LiteSpeed Cache
A
7M+ installs · 4.8/5 rating
Overall Winner

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

FeatureAutoptimizeLiteSpeed Cache
Active Installs900K+7.0M+
User Rating4.7/54.8/5
TTFB Impact+6ms+0ms
Memory Impact+0KB+2048KB
Extra DB Queries+48+4
Speed ScoreBA
Tested Up ToWP 6.9.1WP 6.9.1
Requires PHP7.17.2
Last Updated2025-11-232025-12-16
Total Downloads42.6M+124.0M+
Verdict
FasterLitespeed-cache
More FeaturesLitespeed-cache
Overall WinnerLitespeed-cache
Full Reviews
Autoptimize Performance ReviewLiteSpeed Cache Performance Review
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, Autoptimize or LiteSpeed Cache?
In our benchmark tests, LiteSpeed Cache adds only +0ms to TTFB, while Autoptimize adds +6ms. LiteSpeed Cache is the faster choice.
Which uses less memory, Autoptimize or LiteSpeed Cache?
Autoptimize adds +0KB to peak memory usage, while LiteSpeed Cache adds +2048KB.
How many extra database queries does each plugin add?
Autoptimize adds +48 queries per page load, while LiteSpeed Cache adds +4 queries.
Which should I use, Autoptimize or LiteSpeed Cache?
Based on our performance benchmarks and user ratings, LiteSpeed Cache is our overall recommendation. However, both are solid choices u2014 pick based on your specific needs.
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