# Varnish/Nginx Proxy Cachi… vs WP-Optimize

> Varnish/Nginx Proxy Cachi… vs WP-Optimize compared on installs, downloads, ratings, updates, compatibility and support. WP-Optimize comes out ahead, winning 7 of 8 head-to-head checks against Varnish/Nginx Proxy Caching.

**WP-Optimize comes out ahead, winning 7 of 8 head-to-head checks against Varnish/Nginx Proxy Caching.** Choose Varnish/Nginx Proxy Caching if you care most about rating. Choose WP-Optimize if you care most about active installs, downloads (30 days) and download trend.

| | Varnish/Nginx Proxy Caching | WP-Optimize – Cache, Compress images, Minify & Clean database to boost page speed & performance |
|---|---|---|
| Active installs | 600+ | 1M+ ✅ |
| Downloads (30 days) | 797 | 767.3K ✅ |
| Download trend | +107.6% | +250.5% ✅ |
| Rating | 5/5 ✅ | 4.8/5 |
| Reviews | 10 | 2,616 ✅ |
| Health score | 39/100 | 90/100 ✅ |
| Last updated | 7 years ago | 4 weeks ago ✅ |
| Tested up to | WP 5.2.29 | WP 7.1.3 ✅ |
| Support resolved | — | 50% |
| Requires PHP | 5.2.4+ | 7.2+ |
| First released | Nov 2015 | Jan 2009 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is Varnish/Nginx Proxy Caching more popular than WP-Optimize?
WP-Optimize is the more popular of the two with 1M+ active installs, compared with 600+ for Varnish/Nginx Proxy Caching.

### Can I use Varnish/Nginx Proxy Caching and WP-Optimize together?
Both plugins cover cache and caching, 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 Varnish/Nginx Proxy Caching and WP-Optimize 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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