WP Statistics – Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative vs Simple History – Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes: Which Is Faster for WordPress?
WP Statistics – Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative
A600K+ installs · 4.1/5 rating
VS
Simple History – Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes
A300K+ installs · 4.9/5 rating
Overall Winner
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | WP Statistics – Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative | Simple History – Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes |
|---|---|---|
| Active Installs | 600K+ | 300K+ |
| User Rating | 4.1/5 | 4.9/5 |
| Speed Score | C+ | B |
| Tested Up To | WP 6.9.1 | WP 6.9.1 |
| Requires PHP | 7.4 | 7.4 |
| Last Updated | 2026-02-09 | 2025-12-18 |
| Total Downloads | 34.5M+ | 10.9M+ |
Verdict
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is faster, WP Statistics u2013 Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative or Simple History u2013 Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes?
Based on our heuristic analysis, Simple History u2013 Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes scores better on speed metrics.
Which should I use, WP Statistics u2013 Simple, privacy-friendly Google Analytics alternative or Simple History u2013 Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes?
Simple History u2013 Track, Log, and Audit WordPress Changes is our overall recommendation based on speed, features, and user ratings.
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