Smush Pro compresses images, converts them to next-gen formats and serves them through a CDN.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- From $50/year
- Category
- Performance
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for Smush Pro
ShortPixelReview and ratings
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.
8.0/10
Very good: ShortPixel scores 8 out of 10
Based on 3 sources, weighted by how many reviews each has. How we score
- WordPress.org (opens in a new tab)4.5829 reviews
- G2 (opens in a new tab)4.569 reviews
- RedditMixed2 threads
300K+ active installs on WordPress.org
ShortPixel pros and cons
What's good
- 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
What to watch
- 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
What Reddit says about 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.
Praised for
- Bulk compression of existing images
- One-time credit pack option
Complaints
- Unclear whether there are catches after credits run out
- Unclear setup alongside WP Rocket and FastPixel
Who should buy ShortPixel
- WordPress sites with large image libraries
- Agencies managing several client sites
Reader reviews
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More performance tools
See allFastPixel is a website optimization service that boosts your site's speed through various caching and image optimization techniques.
- Free version
- Yes
- Price
- $100.00 / Year
- Category
- Performance
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for FastPixel
WP Rocket is a powerful speed optimization plugin that helps improve your website's loading time and performance significantly with minimal effort.
- Free version
- No
- Price
- From $4/month
- Category
- Performance
Not announcedBlack Friday deal for WP Rocket