LiteSpeed Cache vs EWWW Image Optimizer: Which Is Faster for WordPress?

LiteSpeed Cache vs EWWW Image Optimizer - MakeWPFast
LiteSpeed Cache
A
7M+ installs · 4.8/5 rating
VS
EWWW Image Optimizer
A-
1M+ installs · 4.8/5 rating

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

FeatureLiteSpeed CacheEWWW Image Optimizer
Active Installs7.0M+1.0M+
User Rating4.8/54.8/5
Speed ScoreA-A-
Tested Up ToWP 6.9.1WP 6.9.1
Requires PHP7.27.4
Last Updated2025-12-162026-02-11
Total Downloads124.0M+44.6M+
Verdict
More FeaturesLitespeed-cache
Full Reviews
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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is faster, LiteSpeed Cache or EWWW Image Optimizer?
Both plugins score similarly on speed metrics.
Which should I use, LiteSpeed Cache or EWWW Image Optimizer?
Both are excellent choices. Pick based on your specific needs.
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