Sleek Compare
A lightweight before and after image comparison slider for WordPress. No dependencies, under 10KB total.
Use with caution
Sleek Compare works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 58/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (10+ active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
How does it stack up?
Side-by-side on installs, updates, ratings & support
Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Sleek Compare stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| before after | >100 |
| compare images | #26 |
| gutenberg | >100 |
| image comparison | >100 |
| slider | >100 |
Version adoption
Share of active sites per release.
Rating breakdown
★★★★★★★★★★ 5 from 2 reviews
About Sleek Compare
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
Sleek Compare is a lightweight before/after image comparison slider for WordPress. Built with performance in mind — no jQuery, no FontAwesome, no bloat.
Key Features
- Ultra-lightweight: Under 10KB total (JS + CSS combined)
- Zero external dependencies: No jQuery or icon libraries required
- Touch-friendly: Full swipe support for mobile devices
- Keyboard accessible: Arrow keys, Shift+Arrow for 10% jumps, Home/End
- Simple shortcode: Works in classic editor, widgets, and page builders
- Lazy loading: Images and slider initialization deferred until visible
- CSS variables: Easy theming without touching code
- No render-blocking resources: Scripts and styles load conditionally
Pro Version
Want Gutenberg block and Elementor widget support? Check out Sleek Compare Pro for:
- Native Gutenberg block with live preview
- Full Elementor widget with style controls
- Custom handle colors
- Priority email support
- Lifetime updates
Usage
Shortcode
Basic usage:
[sleek_compare before=”https://example.com/before.jpg” after=”https://example.com/after.jpg”]
With all options:
[sleek_compare
before=”https://example.com/before.jpg”
after=”https://example.com/after.jpg”
start=”30″
label_before=”Original”
label_after=”Enhanced”
show_labels=”true”
]
Shortcode Attributes
before– URL of the before image (required)after– URL of the after image (required)start– Starting position 0-100 (default: 50)label_before– Before label text (default: “Before”)label_after– After label text (default: “After”)show_labels– Show labels true/false (default: true)
Installation
- Upload the
sleek-comparefolder to/wp-content/plugins/ - Activate the plugin through the ‘Plugins’ menu in WordPress
- Use the shortcode to add sliders to your pages
- Visit Settings > Sleek Compare for usage instructions
Frequently asked questions
Does this work with page builders?
Yes, use the shortcode in any page builder that supports shortcodes.
Is it mobile friendly?
Absolutely. Full touch/swipe support with optimized touch targets.
Is it accessible?
Yes. Full keyboard navigation and screen reader support.
How do I get Gutenberg block or Elementor widget support?
The Pro version includes these features. Visit products.tnormington.com/sleek-compare to upgrade.
Changelog
Added in-admin upgrade instructions for Pro users.
1.0.1
- Added upgrade banner with Pro feature highlights and step-by-step upgrade instructions
- Added FAQ entry for upgrading from Lite to Pro
1.0.0
- Initial release
Screenshots
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FAQ
Sleek Compare: quick answers
Straight answers, pulled from live WordPress.org data.
Live data from WordPress.org · checked Oct 2, 2026
Is Sleek Compare free?
Yes. Sleek Compare is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Sleek Compare safe to use in 2026?
Sleek Compare works, but test it on a staging site before relying on it in 2026. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 4 months ago, and scores 58/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Sleek Compare?
Sleek Compare is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 518 times since it launched in March 2026. It was downloaded 69 times in the last 30 days.
Does Sleek Compare work with WordPress 7.1?
Sleek Compare is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Sleek Compare need?
Sleek Compare requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Sleek Compare last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on June 7, 2026 (4 months ago).
Who makes Sleek Compare?
Sleek Compare is developed and maintained by Tim Normington.
What are the best alternatives to Sleek Compare?
The most popular alternatives to Sleek Compare are Ultimate Before After Image… (30K+ installs), WP Before After Image Slider (1K+ installs) and Before After Image Compare (200+ installs).
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