AB Split Test vs ShortPixel

Evenly matched on the points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.

At a glance

FeatureAB Split TestShortPixel
Our scoreNot rated8/10
Starts at$49/month$4.99/month
Free versionYesYes
Refund window14 days–
BillingSubscriptionFree + paid plans
Active installs–300K+
Last Black Friday–25% off
CategoryPerformancePerformance
VendorAB Split TestShortPixel
Black Friday 2026Not announcedNot announced

Which should you choose?

Choose AB Split Test if…

  • Marketers testing WordPress pages and landing pages
  • WooCommerce stores that track revenue per visitor

Choose ShortPixel if…

  • WordPress sites with large image libraries
  • Agencies managing several client sites

Features

AB Split Test

  • Multiple test modes
  • Revenue optimization
  • Advanced goals
  • Heatmaps and session replays
  • AI test analysis
  • Free Lite version

ShortPixel

  • SmartCompress image optimization
  • Bulk optimization
  • Automatic WebP and AVIF conversion
  • Per-thumbnail control
  • WP-CLI and multisite support
  • API key aliases for agencies
  • Direct Cloudflare integration

Pros and cons

AB Split Test

  • Free Lite version for WordPress
  • Unlimited sites on every paid plan
  • One-time price option at $999
  • 14-day money-back guarantee
  • Monthly billing costs $588 a year, more than the $399 yearly plan
  • Heatmaps, session replays and revenue optimization need the paid Teams plan
  • Only one paid tier, so small sites pay the full Teams price

ShortPixel

  • Free version is available on WordPress.org
  • Automatic WebP and AVIF conversion is included on all plans
  • WP-CLI, multisite and WPML support are listed
  • 24/7 support is listed for every plan
  • Free plan limits are not stated on the pricing page
  • AI credits differ by plan, with a fixed monthly allowance on the unlimited yearly plan

Pricing plans

AB Split Test

  • Free Lite

    Free

    Unlimited sites

    • Free WordPress version
  • Teams (monthly)Starts here

    $49/month

    Unlimited sites

    • All test modes and revenue optimization
    • Heatmaps and session replays
    • Full API, MCP and CLI
  • Teams (yearly)

    $399/year

    Unlimited sites

    • All test modes and revenue optimization
    • Heatmaps and session replays
    • Full API, MCP and CLI

ShortPixel

Plans not listed. See ShortPixel pricing

What Reddit says

AB Split Test

Not enough Reddit discussion yet.

ShortPixel

Reddit users mostly ask for help with ShortPixel, either pairing it with FastPixel and WP Rocket for site speed or deciding whether its one-time credit pack suits bulk image compression. The threads show interest in the tool, but also doubt about hidden costs and unclear setup.

AB Split Test vs ShortPixel questions

Is AB Split Test better than ShortPixel?

They're evenly matched on the points we can measure. Pick by features and budget.

Which is cheaper, AB Split Test or ShortPixel?

AB Split Test starts at $49/month and ShortPixel starts at $4.99/month.

Can I get AB Split Test or ShortPixel cheaper on Black Friday?

Both are on our Black Friday tracker. ShortPixel was 25% off last year.

Both products

ShortPixel is an image optimization service that uses advanced compression technology to reduce image size without affecting quality, enhancing page load times and SEO performance.

Free version
Yes
Price
$4.99/month
Category
Performance

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