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Code Snippets vs WP OPcache (2026)

Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.

Code Snippets

Code Snippets

4.7(497)

1.0M+ active installs

Free + Premium

Updated 1 month ago
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WP OPcache

WP OPcache

4.8(20)

10K+ active installs

Free

Updated 1 year ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, WP OPcache has a higher user rating (4.8/5 from 20 reviews) while Code Snippets leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 10K+). Both are free + premium WordPress plugins. Code Snippets has accumulated 19M+ total downloads while WP OPcache has 222K+. Code Snippets has a higher support resolution rate (91% vs 0%).

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.7/5Code Snippets
►
WP OPcache4.8/5
Total Reviews
497Code Snippets
◄
WP OPcache20
Active Installs
1.0M+Code Snippets
◄
WP OPcache10K+
Total Downloads
19M+Code Snippets
◄
WP OPcache222K+
Support Resolution
91%Code Snippets
◄
WP OPcache0%
Last Updated
1 month agoCode Snippets
◄
WP OPcache1 year ago
First Released
2012Code Snippets
WP OPcache2017
Age
14 yearsCode Snippets
WP OPcache9 years
WP Requires
5.0+Code Snippets
WP OPcache6.0+
PHP Requires
7.4+Code Snippets
WP OPcache8.1+
Business Model
Free + PremiumCode Snippets
WP OPcacheFree
Latest Version
3.9.5Code Snippets
WP OPcache4.2.3

Rating Breakdown

Code Snippets

4.7/5(497 reviews)
5
89%
4
2%
3
1%
2
1%
1
6%

WP OPcache

4.8/5(20 reviews)
5
95%
4
0%
3
0%
2
0%
1
5%

Recent Reviews

Code Snippets Reviews

by tibornebel

Very usefull

I dont need to add a child theme to edit functions.php

by mawuart

Essential tool for safe and flexible WordPress development

I’ve been using Code Snippets extensively while building custom functionality for my WooCommerce setup, and it has become an essential tool in my workflow. It provides a clean, safe, and structured

by Sharonq

Better than editing functions php

If you use php by copy pasting and don’t have the skills for creating your own functions php this plugin is essential – its on every one of my site.

WP OPcache Reviews

by frayer69

WORKS 100% BUT NEED UPDATE

First, thank you! Second, please update it!!!

by onico0

Bast OPCache Manager for WordPress

Thanks and keep going please! 🙂

by nmxde

Provides useful insights

Good way to find out how well your opcache setup works

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Code Snippets or WP OPcache more popular?
Code Snippets has 1.0M+ active installations while WP OPcache has 10K+. Code Snippets is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Code Snippets or WP OPcache?
Code Snippets has a 4.7/5 rating from 497 reviews, while WP OPcache has a 4.8/5 rating from 20 reviews.
Are Code Snippets and WP OPcache free?
Code Snippets is free + premium and WP OPcache is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Code Snippets or WP OPcache?
As of April 2026, Code Snippets has a 91% support resolution rate while WP OPcache has a 0% rate.
Which plugin is updated more frequently?
Code Snippets was last updated 1 month ago and WP OPcache was last updated 1 year ago.

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