WP Super Cache vs Batcache (2026)
Detailed side-by-side comparison of two WordPress plugins, based on real-time data from WordPress.org.
Quick Verdict
As of April 2026, Batcache has a higher user rating (4.5/5 from 2 reviews) while WP Super Cache leads in active installations (1.0M+ vs 800). Both are free WordPress plugins. WP Super Cache has accumulated 62M+ total downloads while Batcache has 112K+.
Detailed Comparison
| Metric | WP Super Cache | Batcache | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3/5 | ► | 4.5/5 |
| Total Reviews | 1,341 | ◄ | 2 |
| Active Installs | 1.0M+ | ◄ | 800 |
| Total Downloads | 62M+ | ◄ | 112K+ |
| Support Resolution | 71% | N/A | |
| Last Updated | 4 months ago | ◄ | 6 years ago |
| First Released | 2007 | 2008 | |
| Age | 19 years | 18 years | |
| WP Requires | 6.7+ | 3.2+ | |
| PHP Requires | 7.2+ | false+ | |
| Business Model | Free | Free | |
| Latest Version | 3.0.3 | 1.5 |
Rating Breakdown
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WP Super Cache Reviews
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Nice Speed Boost
Tried this to improve my site speed and it actually helped. Pages load faster now and setup wasn’t too hard. Settings need a bit understanding at first, but once done it works nicely. pretty useful pl
Does not work with Astra Pro’s Color Switcher
Everything seems to work well until I started using Astra Pro’s “Color Switcher” to implement “dark mode.” With “WP Super Cache” activated, my Color Switcher site appears unable to correctly “remember
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