MonsterInsights – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Made Easy) vs WP Statistics – Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative: Which Is Faster for WordPress?
MonsterInsights – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Made Easy)
A2M+ installs · 4.6/5 rating
Overall Winner
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WP Statistics – Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative
A600K+ installs · 4.1/5 rating
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | MonsterInsights – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Made Easy) | WP Statistics – Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Active Installs | 2.0M+ | 600K+ |
| User Rating | 4.6/5 | 4.1/5 |
| Speed Score | C+ | C+ |
| Tested Up To | WP 6.9.0 | WP 6.9.1 |
| Requires PHP | 7.2 | 7.4 |
| Last Updated | 2026-02-10 | 2026-02-09 |
| Total Downloads | 253.5M+ | 34.5M+ |
Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, MonsterInsights – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Made Easy) or WP Statistics u2013 Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative?
Both plugins score similarly on speed metrics.
Which should I use, MonsterInsights – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Made Easy) or WP Statistics u2013 Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative?
MonsterInsights – Google Analytics Dashboard for WordPress (Website Stats Made Easy) is our overall recommendation based on speed, features, and user ratings.
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