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Redis Object Cache vs Cache Enabler (2026)

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

Redis Object Cache

Redis Object Cache

4.5(173)

300K+ active installs

Free + Premium

Updated 2 months ago
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Cache Enabler

Cache Enabler

4.3(138)

100K+ active installs

Free

Updated 1 month ago
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Quick Verdict

As of April 2026, Redis Object Cache has a higher user rating (4.5/5 from 173 reviews) and leads in active installations (300K+ vs 100K+). Both are free + premium WordPress plugins. Redis Object Cache has accumulated 16M+ total downloads while Cache Enabler has 2.6M+. Redis Object Cache has a higher support resolution rate (77% vs 0%).

Detailed Comparison

Rating
4.5/5Redis Object Cache
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Cache Enabler4.3/5
Total Reviews
173Redis Object Cache
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Cache Enabler138
Active Installs
300K+Redis Object Cache
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Cache Enabler100K+
Total Downloads
16M+Redis Object Cache
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Cache Enabler2.6M+
Support Resolution
77%Redis Object Cache
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Cache Enabler0%
Last Updated
2 months agoRedis Object Cache
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Cache Enabler1 month ago
First Released
2014Redis Object Cache
Cache Enabler2015
Age
12 yearsRedis Object Cache
Cache Enabler11 years
WP Requires
4.6+Redis Object Cache
Cache Enabler5.1+
PHP Requires
7.2+Redis Object Cache
Cache Enabler5.6+
Business Model
Free + PremiumRedis Object Cache
Cache EnablerFree
Latest Version
2.7.0Redis Object Cache
Cache Enabler1.8.16

Rating Breakdown

Redis Object Cache

4.5/5(173 reviews)
5
84%
4
2%
3
2%
2
1%
1
12%

Cache Enabler

4.3/5(138 reviews)
5
78%
4
3%
3
5%
2
4%
1
11%

Recent Reviews

Redis Object Cache Reviews

by Marisa

can recommend this plug-in

I installed Redis Object Cache a couple of days ago and the diagnostics shows me it is saving on a good proportion of MySQL database hits. The author responded quickly to my questions on the suppor

by obbatron

Lack of options and forced adverts

It would be wildy easier to use if it was possible to change the IP. Sometimes you have multiple containers working alongside each other in a complex network. This plugin just defaults to presuming

by alexandershu

10/10

Amazing plugin. But if you are using it on some serious projects don’t forget to disable Redis Cache for your ERP imports/wp cli etc in wp_config.

Cache Enabler Reviews

by sisalik

Cache

Saves html files to /cache/cache-enabler and disabling Cache Enabler doesn’t remove the files!

by wickydesign

Best Caching Plugin!

I’ve been using this plugin for years, and it works really well! I’ve tried many caching plugins, and this one is by far the easiest to use. It’s lightweight, straightforward, and less likely to cause

by verkerk

works perfectly with ELEX get a quote

The only cache that’s working perfect together with ELEX // get a quote ! Take;s us many testing with a lot of caching programs to find this out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Redis Object Cache or Cache Enabler more popular?
Redis Object Cache has 300K+ active installations while Cache Enabler has 100K+. Redis Object Cache is the more widely-used plugin as of April 2026.
Which has better ratings — Redis Object Cache or Cache Enabler?
Redis Object Cache has a 4.5/5 rating from 173 reviews, while Cache Enabler has a 4.3/5 rating from 138 reviews.
Are Redis Object Cache and Cache Enabler free?
Redis Object Cache is free + premium and Cache Enabler is free. Both can be downloaded from the WordPress.org plugin directory.
Which plugin has better support — Redis Object Cache or Cache Enabler?
As of April 2026, Redis Object Cache has a 77% support resolution rate while Cache Enabler has a 0% rate.
Which plugin is updated more frequently?
Redis Object Cache was last updated 2 months ago and Cache Enabler was last updated 1 month ago.

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