# Anek Image Optimizer

> Anek Image Optimizer has 20+ active installs and 62 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 46/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** Anek Image Optimizer works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 7 months ago, and scores 46/100 on our health check.

**Advanced image optimization for WordPress. Supports Libvips, Spatie, and Intervention. Generates WebP/AVIF and compresses images locally.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 462
- **Downloads (30 days):** 62 (+26.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 46/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Mar 27, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.7
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.8+, PHP 8.3+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** surviving404 (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/surviving404/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/anek-image-optimizer/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/avif/) | #31 | 124 |
| [compression](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/compression/) | #24 | 55 |
| [image optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/image-optimization/) | #64 | 229 |
| [libvips](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/libvips/) | #1 | 2 |
| [webp](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/webp/) | #81 | 312 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| AVIF | >100 | 504 |
| compression | >100 | 761 |
| image optimization | >100 | 3,013 |
| libvips | #2 | 5 |
| webp | >100 | 1,362 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Optimole – Optimize Images / Convert WebP & AVIF / CDN & Lazy Load / Image Optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/optimole-wp/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (640) | Oct 1, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 2 | [Modern Image Formats](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/webp-uploads/) | 100K+ | 3.5/5 (25) | Aug 26, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 3 | [Robin Image Optimizer – Unlimited Image Optimization, WebP & AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/robin-image-optimizer/) | 100K+ | 4.4/5 (131) | Sep 29, 2026 | 93/100 |
| 4 | [Perfect Images: Regenerate Thumbnails, Image Sizes, WebP & AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-retina-2x/) | 60K+ | 4.8/5 (279) | Oct 10, 2026 | 89/100 |
| 5 | [CompressX — AVIF & WebP Converter, Media Replacement](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/compressx/) | 40K+ | 5/5 (195) | Oct 7, 2026 | 95/100 |
| 6 | [LWS Optimize – All-in-One Speed Booster & Cache Tools](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lws-optimize/) | 20K+ | 4.6/5 (9) | Oct 7, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 7 | [Kraken.io Image Optimizer – Compress, Convert to WebP & AVIF, Resize & Bulk Optimize](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/kraken-image-optimizer/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (119) | Jun 22, 2026 | 73/100 |
| 8 | [ShortPixel Adaptive Images – WebP, AVIF, CDN, Image Optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/shortpixel-adaptive-images/) | 10K+ | 4.8/5 (145) | Aug 20, 2026 | 85/100 |
| 9 | [QuickWebP – WebP & AVIF Image Optimizer, Compression & SEO for WordPress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/quickwebp/) | 8K+ | 4.8/5 (20) | Sep 16, 2026 | 92/100 |
| 10 | [Plus WebP or AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/plus-webp/) | 5K+ | 4.6/5 (26) | Aug 25, 2026 | 72/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Anek Image Optimizer free?
Yes. Anek Image Optimizer is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Anek Image Optimizer safe to use in 2026?
Anek Image Optimizer works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 20+ sites and was last updated 7 months ago, and scores 46/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Anek Image Optimizer?
Anek Image Optimizer is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 462 times since it launched in March 2026. It was downloaded 62 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Anek Image Optimizer work with WordPress 7.1?
Anek Image Optimizer is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.7, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Anek Image Optimizer need?
Anek Image Optimizer requires PHP 8.3 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Anek Image Optimizer last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on March 27, 2026 (7 months ago).

### Who makes Anek Image Optimizer?
Anek Image Optimizer is developed and maintained by surviving404.

### What are the best alternatives to Anek Image Optimizer?
The most popular alternatives to Anek Image Optimizer are Optimole (200K+ installs), Modern Image Formats (100K+ installs) and Robin Image Optimizer (100K+ installs).


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