Autoptimize vs Disable Responsive Images (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Disable Responsive Images
700 active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Disable Responsive Images has a higher user rating (5/5 from 16 reviews) while Autoptimize leads in active installations (900K+ vs 700). Both are free WordPress plugins. Autoptimize has accumulated 43M+ total downloads while Disable Responsive Images has 19K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | Autoptimize | Disable Responsive Images | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.7/5 | ► | 5/5 |
| Total Reviews | 1,424 | ◄ | 16 |
| Active Installs | 900K+ | ◄ | 700 |
| Total Downloads | 43M+ | ◄ | 19K+ |
| Support Resolution | 40% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 3 weeks ago | ◄ | 6 years ago |
| First Released | 2009 | 2015 | |
| Age | 17 years | 11 years | |
| WP Requires | 5.3+ | 4.4+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.1+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 3.1.15 | 1.1 |
Rating Breakdown
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Recent Reviews
Autoptimize Reviews
avoid
causes critical error, also no way to deactivate or remove without it crippling my wp site. don’t use it.
Injects Malware.
Not one but this happened twice in about 6 months across 2 sites. This topic was modified 1 week, 6 days ago by kkrajk.
Mala idea adquirir la versión PRO
Pague la versión PRO, y realmente fue un desastre, mi web tuvo constantes caídas, excesiva cantidad de cache, problemas con el CSS, realmente fue una perdida de dinero en el Plugin
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