ExactMetrics – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Plugin) vs Head, Footer and Post Injections: Which Is Faster for WordPress?
ExactMetrics – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Plugin)
D+300K+ installs · 2.5/5 rating
VS
Head, Footer and Post Injections
B-300K+ installs · 4.9/5 rating
Overall Winner
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | ExactMetrics – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Plugin) | Head, Footer and Post Injections |
|---|---|---|
| Active Installs | 300K+ | 300K+ |
| User Rating | 2.5/5 | 4.9/5 |
| Speed Score | D+ | B- |
| Tested Up To | WP 6.9.0 | WP 6.9.1 |
| Requires PHP | 7.2 | 7.0 |
| Last Updated | 2026-02-10 | 2026-02-03 |
| Total Downloads | 50.4M+ | 5.5M+ |
Verdict
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, ExactMetrics – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Plugin) or Head, Footer and Post Injections?
Based on our heuristic analysis, Head, Footer and Post Injections scores better on speed metrics.
Which should I use, ExactMetrics – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Plugin) or Head, Footer and Post Injections?
Head, Footer and Post Injections is our overall recommendation based on speed, features, and user ratings.
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