# AVAR Media Optimizer

> AVAR Media Optimizer has <10 active installs and 101 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 49/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Use with caution.** AVAR Media Optimizer works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

**Clean up your Media Library, find unused files, optimize images, generate WebP/AVIF and recover mistakes with a restorable media trash.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 163
- **Downloads (30 days):** 101 (-22.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 49/100 (Fair)
- **Version:** 1.22.4
- **Last updated:** Aug 30, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.4+, PHP 8.1+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 1 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** AVAR Solutions (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/pluptak/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/avar-media-optimizer/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [AVIF](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/avif/) | #74 | 122 |
| [image optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/image-optimization/) | >100 | 226 |
| [media cleanup](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/media-cleanup/) | #9 | 13 |
| [unused media](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/unused-media/) | #18 | 23 |
| [webp](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/webp/) | >100 | 307 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| AVIF | >100 | 486 |
| image optimization | >100 | 2,977 |
| media cleanup | >100 | 1,790 |
| unused media | >100 | 1,039 |
| webp | >100 | 1,320 |

## 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) | Sep 14, 2026 | 94/100 |
| 5 | [CompressX — AVIF & WebP Converter, Media Replacement](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/compressx/) | 40K+ | 5/5 (194) | Jul 29, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 6 | [LWS Optimize – All-in-One Speed Booster & Cache Tools](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lws-optimize/) | 20K+ | 4.6/5 (9) | Sep 29, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 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 | 77/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is AVAR Media Optimizer safe to use in 2026?
AVAR Media Optimizer works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. Was last updated 1 month ago, and scores 49/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use AVAR Media Optimizer?
AVAR Media Optimizer is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 163 times since it launched in August 2026. It was downloaded 101 times in the last 30 days.

### Does AVAR Media Optimizer work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested AVAR Media Optimizer up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.4 or newer.

### What PHP version does AVAR Media Optimizer need?
AVAR Media Optimizer requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was AVAR Media Optimizer last updated?
The latest version, 1.22.4, was released on August 30, 2026 (1 month ago).

### Who makes AVAR Media Optimizer?
AVAR Media Optimizer is developed and maintained by AVAR Solutions.

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


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/avar-media-optimizer/ · Generated 2026-10-06 02:59 UTC by PageForge