ShortPixel wins 1 of the 1 points we can measure. Here's how they compare on price, features, ratings and deals.
| Feature | ShortPixel | WP Compress |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | 8/10 (better) | 7/10 |
| Starts at | $4.99/month | $9/month |
| Free version | Yes | – |
| Refund window | – | 60 days |
| Billing | Free + paid plans | Subscription |
| Active installs | 300K+ | – |
| Last Black Friday | 25% off | – |
| Category | Performance | Performance |
| Vendor | ShortPixel | WP Compress |
| Black Friday 2026 | Not announced | Not announced |
Plans not listed. See ShortPixel pricing
1 siteStarts here
$9/month
1 site sites
3 sites
$19/month
3 sites sites
Unlimited
$49/month
Unlimited sites
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.
Not enough Reddit discussion yet.
On our comparison ShortPixel comes out ahead on 1 of 1 measurable points. The right pick still depends on what you build.
ShortPixel starts at $4.99/month and WP Compress starts at $9/month.
Both are on our Black Friday tracker. ShortPixel was 25% off last year.
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.
WP Compress is a WordPress performance optimization product that improves website speed with smart optimization, caching, image optimization, and other performance tools. It also supports WordPress and non-WordPress websites from the same dashboard.
