# NiroCache – Simple Page Cache, Preload and Speed Optimization

> NiroCache has <10 active installs and 197 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 64/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** NiroCache is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

**Choose a performance preset and NiroCache handles the rest: static HTML page cache, smart purging, preloading and safe optimization.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 190
- **Downloads (30 days):** 197 (+0% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 64/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.0.1
- **Last updated:** Sep 26, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 6.2+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** NiroSuite (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/nirosuite/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/nirocache/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/cache/) | >100 | 453 |
| [minify](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/minify/) | #58 | 64 |
| [page cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/page-cache/) | #21 | 38 |
| [performance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/performance/) | >100 | 1,026 |
| [speed](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/speed/) | >100 | 277 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| cache | >100 | 9,120 |
| minify | >100 | 574 |
| page cache | >100 | 8,327 |
| performance | >100 | 10,000 |
| speed | >100 | 5,846 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [WP Super Cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-super-cache/) | 1M+ | 4.3/5 (1,346) | Sep 30, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 2 | [WP Fastest Cache – WordPress Cache Plugin](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-fastest-cache/) | 1M+ | 4.9/5 (4,225) | Oct 10, 2026 | 86/100 |
| 3 | [WP-Optimize – Cache, Compress images, Minify & Clean database to boost page speed & performance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-optimize/) | 1M+ | 4.8/5 (2,616) | Sep 21, 2026 | 91/100 |
| 4 | [SpeedyCache – Cache, Optimization, Performance](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/speedycache/) | 500K+ | 4.4/5 (30) | Oct 8, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 5 | [Breeze Cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/breeze/) | 300K+ | 3.6/5 (126) | Oct 5, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 6 | [OMGF / GDPR/DSGVO Compliant, Faster Google Fonts. Easy.](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/host-webfonts-local/) | 300K+ | 4.7/5 (213) | Oct 12, 2026 | 81/100 |
| 7 | [Jetpack Boost – Website Speed, Performance and Critical CSS](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/jetpack-boost/) | 200K+ | 4.7/5 (609) | Oct 8, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 8 | [Aruba HiSpeed Cache](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/aruba-hispeed-cache/) | 100K+ | 3/5 (10) | Sep 22, 2026 | 83/100 |
| 9 | [Cache Enabler](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/cache-enabler/) | 100K+ | 4.3/5 (139) | Sep 27, 2026 | 78/100 |
| 10 | [NitroPack – Performance, Page Speed & Cache Plugin for Core Web Vitals, CDN & Image Optimization](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/nitropack/) | 90K+ | 4.3/5 (311) | Sep 25, 2026 | 78/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is NiroCache safe to use in 2026?
NiroCache is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. Was last updated 2 weeks ago, and scores 64/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use NiroCache?
NiroCache is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 190 times since it launched in September 2026. It was downloaded 197 times in the last 30 days.

### Does NiroCache work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested NiroCache up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 6.2 or newer.

### What PHP version does NiroCache need?
NiroCache requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was NiroCache last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on September 26, 2026 (2 weeks ago).

### Who makes NiroCache?
NiroCache is developed and maintained by NiroSuite.

### What are the best alternatives to NiroCache?
The most popular alternatives to NiroCache are WP Super Cache (1M+ installs), WP Fastest Cache (1M+ installs) and WP-Optimize (1M+ installs).


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