EWWW Image Optimizer vs Image Optimizer – Optimize Images and Convert to WebP or AVIF: Which Is Faster for WordPress?

EWWW Image Optimizer
A-
1M+ installs · 4.8/5 rating
Overall Winner
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Image Optimizer – Optimize Images and Convert to WebP or AVIF
C+
1M+ installs · 1.5/5 rating

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

FeatureEWWW Image OptimizerImage Optimizer – Optimize Images and Convert to WebP or AVIF
Active Installs1.0M+1.0M+
User Rating4.8/51.5/5
Speed ScoreA-C+
Tested Up ToWP 6.9.1WP 6.9.1
Requires PHP7.47.4
Last Updated2026-02-112026-02-01
Total Downloads44.6M+12.3M+
Verdict
FasterEwww-image-optimizer
More FeaturesEwww-image-optimizer
Overall WinnerEwww-image-optimizer
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, EWWW Image Optimizer or Image Optimizer – Optimize Images and Convert to WebP or AVIF?
Based on our heuristic analysis, EWWW Image Optimizer scores better on speed metrics.
Which should I use, EWWW Image Optimizer or Image Optimizer – Optimize Images and Convert to WebP or AVIF?
EWWW Image Optimizer is our overall recommendation based on speed, features, and user ratings.
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