# Nginx Cache Controller vs SpeedyCache

> Nginx Cache Controller vs SpeedyCache compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. SpeedyCache comes out ahead, winning 7 of 8 head-to-head checks against Nginx Cache Controller.

**SpeedyCache comes out ahead, winning 7 of 8 head-to-head checks against Nginx Cache Controller.** Choose Nginx Cache Controller if you care most about rating. Choose SpeedyCache if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

| | Nginx Cache Controller | SpeedyCache – Cache, Optimization, Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 1K+ | 500K+ ✅ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 2.9K | 268.6K ✅ |
| Download trend | -15.7% | +93.7% ✅ |
| Rating | 4.7/5 ✅ | 4.4/5 |
| Reviews | 15 | 30 ✅ |
| Health score | 38/100 | 90/100 ✅ |
| Last updated | 4 years ago | 1 week ago ✅ |
| Tested up to | WP 6.1.15 | WP 7.1.3 ✅ |
| Support resolved | — | — |
| Requires PHP | Any | 7.0+ |
| First released | Oct 2011 | Feb 2023 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Which is better, Nginx Cache Controller or SpeedyCache?
SpeedyCache comes out ahead, winning 7 of 8 head-to-head checks against Nginx Cache Controller. Choose Nginx Cache Controller if you care most about rating. Choose SpeedyCache if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

### Is Nginx Cache Controller more popular than SpeedyCache?
SpeedyCache is the more popular of the two with 500K+ active installs, compared with 1K+ for Nginx Cache Controller.

### Can I use Nginx Cache Controller and SpeedyCache together?
Both plugins cover 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 Nginx Cache Controller and SpeedyCache 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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