How Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider – Image Slider, Video Slider Affects Your WordPress Speed

C+

Estimated Speed Score

+2 ms

TTFB Impact

+0 MB

Memory Impact

DB Queries

Low impact

Plugin Overview

Active Installs500K+

Rating4.6/5 (729)

Tested Up ToWP 6.9.1

Requires PHP7.0+

Last UpdatedJan 27, 2026

Downloads32.9M+

AuthorMetaSlider

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Performance Analysis

Performance Impact

Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider – Image Slider, Video Slider receives an estimated speed score of C+. Our real benchmark tests measured the following impact when activating this plugin:

TTFB impact: +2 ms
Memory impact: +0.0 MB
Additional DB queries: +2

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

Maintenance Status

Last updated: 2026-01-27. Requires PHP 7.0+. Trusted by 500K+ 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 Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider – Image Slider, Video Slider slow down WordPress?

Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider – Image Slider, Video Slider has an estimated speed score of C+. It has a moderate impact. Monitor your site speed after installation.

Is Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider – Image Slider, Video Slider still maintained?

Slider, Gallery, and Carousel by MetaSlider – Image Slider, Video Slider was last updated on 2026-01-27. It has 500K+ active installations, indicating it is actively maintained and widely trusted.

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