# CLP Varnish Cache vs Smart Varnish

> CLP Varnish Cache vs Smart Varnish compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. CLP Varnish Cache comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Smart Varnish.

**CLP Varnish Cache comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Smart Varnish.** Choose CLP Varnish Cache if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

| | CLP Varnish Cache | Smart Varnish |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 10K+ ✅ | 10+ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 2.1K ✅ | 30 |
| Download trend | +25.4% ✅ | -11.8% |
| Rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Reviews | 7 ✅ | 2 |
| Health score | 57/100 ✅ | 30/100 |
| Last updated | 7 months ago ✅ | 10 years ago |
| Tested up to | WP 6.9.10 ✅ | WP 4.6.0 |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | 7.1+ | Any |
| First released | Nov 2022 | Oct 2014 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, CLP Varnish Cache or Smart Varnish?
CLP Varnish Cache comes out ahead, winning 7 of 7 head-to-head checks against Smart Varnish. Choose CLP Varnish Cache if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

### Is CLP Varnish Cache more popular than Smart Varnish?
CLP Varnish Cache is the more popular of the two with 10K+ active installs, compared with 10+ for Smart Varnish.

### Can I use CLP Varnish Cache and Smart Varnish together?
Both plugins cover varnish and varnish cache, so most sites only need one. Running two plugins that do the same job can cause conflicts and slow your site down — pick the one that fits best and remove the other.

### Are CLP Varnish Cache and Smart Varnish free?
Yes. Both are free to download from the official WordPress.org plugin directory. Either may also offer paid upgrades from its developer.


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