SlimStat Analytics vs Better Google Analytics (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Better Google Analytics
2.0K+ active installs
Free
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, SlimStat Analytics has a higher user rating (4.8/5 from 817 reviews) and leads in active installations (80K+ vs 2.0K+). Both are free WordPress plugins. SlimStat Analytics has accumulated 7.1M+ total downloads while Better Google Analytics has 207K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | SlimStat Analytics | Better Google Analytics | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.8/5 | ◄ | 4.2/5 |
| Total Reviews | 817 | ◄ | 34 |
| Active Installs | 80K+ | ◄ | 2.0K+ |
| Total Downloads | 7.1M+ | ◄ | 207K+ |
| Support Resolution | 89% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | Yesterday | ◄ | 4 years ago |
| First Released | 2010 | 2015 | |
| Age | 16 years | 11 years | |
| WP Requires | 5.6+ | 3.8+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.4+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 5.4.9 | 1.2.7 |
Rating Breakdown
SlimStat Analytics
Better Google Analytics
Download Trends
Over the past 30 days, SlimStat Analytics averaged approximately 6,652 daily downloads while Better Google Analytics averaged 6.
Recent Reviews
SlimStat Analytics Reviews
These Folks are Fantastic!
A recent update didn’t go well for me, but Parham and the support team worked diligently (and seemingly tirelessly) to investigate and solve the problem. (If you’ve seen a few recent updates, I’ll tak
Great Support
I had trouble getting the browser cap to stay on. I contacted SlimStat support, and they were exceptionally helpful in solving the problem. They worked with me repeatedly until the browser cap problem
The worst update ever used
the lastest update Version 5.4.1 is the worst I have ever used. This topic was modified 3 weeks, 2 days ago by Ryan.
Better Google Analytics Reviews
Very Good Analytic Tool
thank you, it is a super tool
Still doing a nice job
The plugin is still doing a nice plain and simple job. The live view of visitors is the reason our customers like this plugin. Thanks.
Simple and nice working
thanks you, i recommend your plugin 🙂
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