How Debug Bar Affects Your WordPress Speed

Estimated Speed Score

+0 ms

TTFB Impact

+0 MB

Memory Impact

DB Queries

Low impact

Plugin Overview

Active Installs20K+

Rating4.1/5 (68)

Tested Up ToWP 6.9.1

Last UpdatedJul 11, 2025

Downloads2M+

AuthorWordPress.org

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Performance Analysis

Performance Impact

Debug Bar receives an estimated speed score of C. Our real benchmark tests measured the following impact when activating this plugin:

TTFB impact: +0 ms
Memory impact: +0.0 MB
Additional DB queries: +0

Overall activation impact: low. This plugin adds minimal overhead to your WordPress site.

Maintenance Status

Last updated: 2025-07-11. Trusted by 20K+ active installations.

Benchmark data measured in an isolated Docker environment (WordPress 6.8, PHP 8.3, GeneratePress). See our full methodology.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Debug Bar slow down WordPress?

Debug Bar has an estimated speed score of C. It may noticeably affect your site speed. Consider alternatives if performance is critical.

Is Debug Bar still maintained?

Debug Bar was last updated on 2025-07-11. It has 20K+ active installations, indicating it is actively maintained and widely trusted.

What are the best alternatives to Debug Bar?

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