Disable XML-RPC vs Post Duplicator: Which Is Faster for WordPress?

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Head-to-Head Benchmark
| Metric | Disable XML-RPC | Post Duplicator |
|---|---|---|
| ⚡ Activation TTFB | +2 ms | +-2 ms |
| ⚡ Activation Memory | +0 MB | +0 MB |
| ⚡ Activation Queries | +0 | +1 |
| 🏠 Homepage TTFB | +0 ms | +-4 ms |
| 🏠 Homepage Memory | +0 MB | +0 MB |
| 🏠 Homepage Queries | +0 | +1 |
| ⚙️ WP Admin TTFB | +1 ms | +2 ms |
| ⚙️ WP Admin Memory | +0 MB | +0 MB |
| ⚙️ WP Admin Queries | +0 | +1 |
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | Disable XML-RPC | Post Duplicator |
|---|---|---|
| Active Installs | 200K+ | 200K+ |
| User Rating | 4.3/5 | 4.8/5 |
| Speed Score | C | B |
| Tested Up To | WP 6.9.1 | WP 6.9.1 |
| Requires PHP | N/A | 7.4 |
| Last Updated | 2025-12-03 | 2026-02-11 |
| Total Downloads | 590K+ | 4.2M+ |
Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, Disable XML-RPC or Post Duplicator?
Based on our heuristic analysis, Post Duplicator scores better on speed metrics.
Which should I use, Disable XML-RPC or Post Duplicator?
Post Duplicator is our overall recommendation based on speed, features, and user ratings.
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