FlyingPress vs WP Rocket: Which Is Better in 2026?

When doing speed optimization projects, I often hear clients ask which plugin is better — FlyingPress vs WP Rocket? That shouldn’t come as a surprise, as when it comes to premium solutions for optimizing WordPress websites, the debate typically boils down to FlyingPress vs WP Rocket. Both plugins aim to speed up sites, enhance user experience, and improve Core Web Vitals.

TLDR:
FlyingPress is my preferred option for agencies and users who want more control, while WP Rocket is easier for less technical website owners and offers more established support. Neither is automatically faster on every website. The result depends on hosting, theme, plugins, and configuration, which is why I tested both under the same conditions.

*Updated in July 2026 to keep the current sales, new functionality, and information relevant.

But which one delivers better results? FlyingPress vs WP Rocket?
In this detailed comparison, I’ll go over the features, performance, real-world tests, and pricing of the latest versions of FlyingPress and WP Rocket to help you make an informed choice.

Overview of FlyingPress and WP Rocket

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FlyingPress and WP Rocket are two top-tier caching plugins designed to supercharge WordPress performance. While they share a similar goal—making your website faster—each plugin has its strengths, and choosing the right one depends on your website’s specific needs and the amount of grease elbow you are willing to invest.

• FlyingPress is known for its lightweight design, advanced image optimization, and seamless integration with FlyingCDN (Cloudflare Enterprise). This combination can result in significant speed improvements, especially for sites with a global audience.
• WP Rocket, on the other hand, is the veteran in the caching space, offering a user-friendly interface with a robust set of features that work out of the box. Its widespread adoption is a testament to its reliability and performance. I dare you to find a web host with which WP Rocket is incompatible.

It’s worth mentioning that if you are not a technical person who doesn’t understand WordPress CMS, and you’d like to get the most out of these plugins, you’ll need to consult or hire someone who does (for a speed optimization project).

FlyingPress vs WP Rocket: my PageSpeed test results

Does swapping your caching plugin settle the FlyingPress vs WP Rocket debate? On my homepage, it mostly produced a close finish. Both delivered strong PageSpeed scores, with small differences that changed between runs.

Test setup

I tested the WPservice.pro homepage on September 7, 2026, using WP Rocket 3.23.3.3 and FlyingPress’s latest release at the time, identified as 5.6.5. EWWW Image Optimizer handled images in both setups.

There were three PageSpeed Insights reports per plugin, but two different Cloudflare conditions:

• Run 1: Cloudflare paused.
• Runs 2 and 3: Cloudflare active.

The results are shown separately. Combining them into one three-run median would mix different delivery conditions.

The mobile reports used Lighthouse 13.4.1, an emulated Moto G Power, and simulated Slow 4G throttling. Desktop results came from the desktop tests included in the same reports. These are lab measurements of the homepage, not real-user Core Web Vitals.

This records the configurations used during testing. It is not a separate default-settings versus expert-tuned comparison, and a complete settings export was not recorded.

Mobile: Cloudflare paused

Run 1 for both plugins.

One run per plugin, without Cloudflare in the delivery path.

Metric	WP Rocket	FlyingPress
Score /100	90	90
Server response*	28 ms	33 ms
LCP	3.152 s	3.077 s
TBT	0 ms	65 ms
Transferred	429.2 KiB	431.3 KiB
Requests	38	38

Both scored 90 and made 38 requests. FlyingPress reached LCP 75 ms sooner; WP Rocket recorded less blocking time and transferred slightly less data. With one run each, that is an observation, not a dependable ranking.

Mobile: Cloudflare active

Run 2

Two runs per plugin. Each result is shown individually so the variation stays visible.

Metric	WP Rocket	FlyingPress
Score /100	92	94
Server response*	22 ms	46 ms
LCP	3.077 s	2.927 s
TBT	67 ms	49 ms
Transferred	435.6 KiB	399.9 KiB
Requests	38	38

Run 3

Metric	WP Rocket	FlyingPress
Score /100	92	91
Server response*	269 ms	103 ms
LCP	2.852 s	2.928 s
TBT	0 ms	6 ms
Transferred	411.1 KiB	400.0 KiB
Requests	40	38

FlyingPress produced the highest individual mobile score, 94, and transferred less data in both active-Cloudflare runs. WP Rocket scored 92 twice and recorded the fastest individual LCP, 2.852 seconds.

FlyingPress’s LCP stayed almost unchanged between its two runs, while its overall score moved from 94 to 91. That is a useful reminder: the score combines several measurements. It is not a stopwatch with a nicer font.

Cloudflare being active does not establish whether the HTML or individual assets were cache hits. Cache-hit status was not recorded, so these results cannot isolate how much of a difference Cloudflare itself made.

Desktop — Cloudflare paused

Run 1 for both plugins.

Metric	WP Rocket	FlyingPress
Score /100	100	96
Server response*	32 ms	33 ms
LCP	0.603 s	0.716 s
TBT	11 ms	134 ms
Transferred	588.2 KiB	589.6 KiB
Requests	40	40

Desktop — Cloudflare active

Run 2

Metric	WP Rocket	FlyingPress
Score /100	100	100
Server response*	13 ms	11 ms
LCP	0.482 s	0.582 s
TBT	0 ms	0 ms
Transferred	553.3 KiB	559.5 KiB
Requests	40	40

Run 3

Metric	WP Rocket	FlyingPress
Score /100	100	100
Server response*	30 ms	44 ms
LCP	0.522 s	0.582 s
TBT	0 ms	0 ms
Transferred	559.6 KiB	559.6 KiB
Requests	40	40

WP Rocket had the stronger paused-Cloudflare desktop result. With Cloudflare active, both plugins scored 100 in both runs, with zero TBT and 40 requests. WP Rocket recorded the shorter desktop LCP in those runs.

Server response is the value from Lighthouse’s initial server-response-time audit. It is not full navigation TTFB and excludes connection setup. LCP measures when the largest visible content element appears; TBT measures main-thread blocking during loading. Transferred data is expressed in KiB: 1 KiB equals 1,024 bytes. Values are rounded for display.

My verdict

These tests give me no convincing reason to declare an overall speed winner. FlyingPress transferred less data in the active-Cloudflare mobile runs. WP Rocket recorded the fastest individual mobile LCP and the shorter desktop LCP values. Both were close enough that I would choose based on compatibility, settings, and day-to-day use before chasing a few PageSpeed points.

The limits matter: one homepage, one paused run, and two active runs per plugin, no recorded cache-hit status, and no complete settings snapshot. This does not establish a repeatable advantage across websites, measure logged-in or checkout performance, or prove a real-user Core Web Vitals improvement.

EWWW IO was used in both setups, so the payload differences also do not demonstrate that FlyingPress’s built-in image compression is better.

Would changing plugins make your site faster? Perhaps. These results suggest testing your own pages first—and keeping all the runs, including the ones that spoil a tidy conclusion.

And here you can find out why WordPress can remain slow after installing WP Rocket or FlyingPress.

Detailed Feature Comparison — FlyingPress vs WP Rocket

This table should give you a clear and up-to-date comparison of both (FlyingPress vs WP Rocket) plugins, making it easier to see which aligns best with your needs.

Caching and Preloading in FlyingPress vs WP Rocket

• WP Rocket: Offers comprehensive page caching and preloading capabilities. It can delay JavaScript execution and remove unused CSS to optimize page speed effortlessly. Its database optimization tools help keep things tidy and efficient.
  Often, it’s easier to use, and it works out of the box, and its community/support will help if you get stuck.
• FlyingPress: Focuses on lightweight and efficient caching. It allows for advanced control over JS delays and lazy loading settings, providing fine-tuned optimizations.
  When paired with FlyingCDN, it preloads pages globally, resulting in better performance for international visitors.
  Since FlyingPress 5.6, Redis object caching is built into FP, and FP doesn’t charge extra for object caching. That’s a big bonus for FP.
  * Your hosting server must provide Redis and the phpredis PHP extension.

Image Optimization

Image optimization: FlyingPress closes another WP Rocket gap

FlyingPress added built-in image optimization in version 5.3, released on January 20, 2026. This is actual compression and format conversion—not merely lazy loading or adding image dimensions.
Furthermore, FlyingPress sends images to its cloud servers for processing, so optimization does not consume your server’s CPU. It can compress images using lossy or lossless settings and convert them to WebP or AVIF. You can also retain the original JPG or PNG format. Both the original upload and WordPress-generated thumbnail sizes are processed, while new uploads can be optimized automatically.

The optimized files are saved locally in the WordPress uploads directory. Originals can be restored until you choose to delete them permanently. This is preferable to an image CDN-only implementation because your optimized files do not disappear if you stop using the delivery service.

The feature is simple and covers what most WordPress websites need. Lossy WebP is the safer default, while AVIF can produce smaller files if you test image quality and browser delivery carefully.

It is not as flexible as a mature, dedicated image optimizer, however. FlyingPress currently documents support for Media Library JPG, JPEG, and PNG files only. There is no documented optimization of GIFs, PDFs, externally hosted images, or images stored in custom folders. Compression control is also limited to lossy or lossless, without a documented quality-level adjustment or an intermediate “glossy” option.

The feature is still relatively new. Several image-related improvements and fixes followed its release, including better fallback rules and a recent fix for WebP and AVIF delivery when Separate Mobile Cache was toggled. I would therefore test bulk optimization on staging, retain the originals, and visually inspect important photographs, logos, gradients, and transparent PNGs before deleting anything.

My verdict: FlyingPress image optimization is a very useful inclusion and should be sufficient for a typical WordPress website. More complex websites, photographers, and stores with large or unusual media libraries may still benefit from ShortPixel, EWWW Image Optimizer, or another dedicated solution. WP Rocket does not provide equivalent image compression or WebP/AVIF generation itself, so it still needs a separate image optimizer for the same job.

Ease of Use in FlyingPress vs WP Rocket

• WP Rocket: Known for its user-friendly interface and automatic optimizations, making it ideal for those who want quick results without deep technical knowledge. At least until you get stuck — then you’ll have to learn a bit more or ask the community/support to help you. Which they gladly will.
• FlyingPress: Offers more customization options for those who want granular control over performance settings. It’s straightforward for a technical person, but it may require more setup time for optimal results.

Pricing

• WP Rocket is a premium plugin with different pricing tiers depending on the number of sites you want to use it on. The starting point is $59.95/year for a single license, $119.95 for three, and $299.95 for 50. It also includes Rocket Insights and limited free RocketCDN usage. WP Rocket pricing (An additional price tag for their RocketCDN of $8.99/site/month).
• FlyingPress offers a 14-day free trial and also comes with a premium price tag of $59/year for a single website, but it is competitively priced against WP Rocket. Its license includes access to all features (Redis object caching included), and it integrates seamlessly with FlyingCDN (Cloudflare Enterprise), though using FlyingCDN incurs a $10/month fee (100 GB + $5/100 GB extra).
  
  They are both priced the same (up to the unlimited licenses plan), and that is no coincidence — as they are the biggest competitors. There should be occasional Black Friday offers, in an effort to grab a bigger market share, something we as end users can only salute. So, when it comes to WP Rocket vs. FlyingPress regarding the price tag, I declare a draw. At least on single-license plans. On unlimited licenses (or 50+) in FlyingPress vs WP Rocket, FlyingPress is a winner.

If you’d like to save a few bucks, WP Rocket has historically offered Black Friday discounts. FlyingPress responded last year with its own BF sale. What about 2026? We’ll find out soon enough.

Latest Features of FlyingPress vs WP Rocket

Their list of features continuously evolves, and as FlyingPress was historically faster to issue new functionality, WP Rocket, with its last major versions (3.18 -> 3.22, nearing 3.23), added some new improvements.

WP Rocket 3.18.x -> 3.22.x Highlights

• Version 3.18 (released Jan 2025) adds a Self-host Google Fonts feature (so you can host Google Fonts locally with one click).
• Version 3.18 also improved the Delay JavaScript Execution UI, making the exclusions simpler and more intuitive.
• Automatic CSS & JS minification is now enabled by default for new installs​.
• Version 3.18.3 (March 2025) adds enhancements like allowing users to downgrade the Delay JS feature’s script version and brings back the “Clear Used CSS” quick-action button.
• Version 3.22: RocketCDN Free Tier for WP Rocket users
• Announced in v.3.23: MCP connections for WP Rocket with AI
  

FlyingPress 5.x Highlights

• FlyingPress released version 5.x (v5.0 + in mid-2025) with a major rewrite of documentation and under-the-hood improvements
• Improvements recorded in the v5.x changelog: e.g., “delay selected scripts until user interaction”, “defer loading option to Delay all JavaScript”, and reduction in CPU usage during cache preload.
• One review (2025) emphasises FlyingPress’s strong performance for real-user Core Web Vitals, “hosts third-party code locally”, and when paired with its own CDN (FlyingCDN) + edge caching works very well.
• Another review mentions that with FlyingPress + FlyingCDN (which uses a Cloudflare Enterprise backbone), you get excellent TTFB and global performance gains.
• v. 5.6.0 Object Caching with Redis for persistent object caching on 24 June, 2026

Key Updates in FlyingPress vs WP Rocket:

• WP Rocket — Great for a straightforward optimization workflow; now includes many of the “automated” or “set-and-forget” features (fonts locally, delay JS, minify by default).
  Covers major Core Web Vitals improvements (LCP, INP, etc) via built-in tooling and background processes.
  Still has broad compatibility and many integrations (CDNs, caching, etc).
  
• FlyingPress — Very strong at “hands-on” optimization, especially where you want fine control and edge-caching (via FlyingCDN) for distributed audiences.
  Good for agency workflows where you might pair caching + CDN + image optimization + advanced script-delay control.
  Because it has fewer legacy settings and a more performance-specialised stance, it might require slightly more technical setup compared to “just install and go”.

So, as you can observe, both are quite busy issuing new features and capabilities.

Conclusion: FlyingPress vs WP Rocket

When comparing FlyingPress and WP Rocket, both plugins deliver significant performance improvements for WordPress sites, but each caters to different needs.
To say which one is clearly better is an impossible task, as both (FlyingPress vs WP Rocket) keep evolving. And they are close enough to make this one a close call.

• FlyingPress is ideal for users seeking a lightweight solution with detailed performance control. Its integration with FlyingCDN (powered by Cloudflare Enterprise) allows for optimized global content delivery, making it particularly effective for sites with international audiences.
  Furthermore, it excels in flexibility and advanced optimizations, making it a solid choice for those who prioritize maximum control over speed improvements.

• WP Rocket stands out for its ease of use and comprehensive feature set. It offers seamless configuration and immediate performance boosts, making it a go-to choice for beginners and those who prefer a “set it and forget it” solution.
  With RocketCDN (leveraging BunnyCDN) as an option, it provides a robust combination of speed and simplicity, suitable for sites that want a straightforward setup without diving into too many details.

Ultimately, I feel that your decision between FlyingPress and WP Rocket should depend on your website’s specific needs, technical comfort level, and budget (if there is more than one license involved). At current prices, FlyingPress is preferable to agencies, as its lower price for unlimited licences is something WP Rocket can’t match any longer.
Both plugins offer excellent support, regular updates, and the ability to improve page load times, ensuring a better user experience and higher search engine rankings.

For users focused on maximum control and global performance, FlyingPress may be the better choice due to its better CDN, while WP Rocket shines as a versatile, user-friendly option for those seeking a hassle-free setup with great results.
They truly are an excellent choice for speeding up your website.

WP Rocket offers a 14-day money-back guarantee; FlyingPress offers a 14-day free trial, so if you are on the fence, nothing stops you from trying them both. And they are the current pinnacle of speed optimization premium plugins.

And if you are on the LiteSpeed server, I’d recommend LiteSpeed Cache as another worthy opponent to these two. You can read more about it and a little more on WP Rocket and FlyingPress in our 3-best-caching-plugins-for-wordpress article.

TLDR: Key Takeaway in FlyingPress vs WP Rocket

• FlyingPress is a great choice for users looking for maximum speed and control, especially when paired with FlyingCDN. It excels in scenarios where image optimization and edge caching are vital.
• WP Rocket provides a smoother setup experience with exceptional out-of-the-box optimizations. It’s a solid option for those who want reliable performance improvements without the need for detailed configuration.

Which one will work better on your website? Why don’t you try them both (test them with our free Speed Analyzer plugin — its compare tests functionality works perfectly), and keep the one that works best for you.
Given all the above into consideration, IMO WP Rocket is more suitable for a regular Joe (only by a few %, due to its better support), and FlyingPress for agencies that require unlimited licences. That being said, both are excellent choices, and you can’t go wrong with either FlyingPress or WP Rocket.

For maximum speed gains, regardless of which of those plugins you choose, I’d always pair them up with Perfmatters. Perfmatters offers something those two don’t have — easy code unloading and some other functions you can read about in my ultimate guide for Perfmatters.

One point where all of them are falling behind? Automatic advanced debloating of WordPress websites. Something boring, but required work by a speed optimization expert if you were after top performance and bandwidth savings.
Here’s where our AI Assets Scanner comes in.

Now available — AI Assets Scanner for fully automatic asset unloading.

It will not replace the WP Rocket or FlyingPress functionality, but it will complement them perfectly.

If you got all the way down here, you probably know that having an ultimate cache plugin doesn’t mean much if your web host is inadequate, and you might appreciate our WordPress Hosting Services Compared article.

And if you’d like someone reliable to take care of your website — a complete service that ranges from speed optimization, SEO, maintenance, and troubleshooting to hosting solutions — feel free to contact us.

FAQ

Which plugin is better for eCommerce websites?

Both plugins are suitable, but FlyingPress has an edge with faster logged-in user caching, which can be beneficial for eCommerce stores with many returning customers. WP Rocket also offers great support for WooCommerce, making it a reliable choice.

Do these plugins work without a CDN?

Yes, both can be used independently. However, CDN enhances its performance by reducing latency and improving image delivery, and I’d recommend it if you have a broader audience.

Which plugin offers better support?

WP Rocket has a larger user base and more established support channels. Their Facebook channel can be very helpful. In my experience so far WP Rocket offers better support than the FlyingPress.
FlyingPress support is ok, but WP Rocket wins when it comes to support.
FlyingPress, while smaller, provides responsive support and frequent updates, especially for users who need tailored optimizations.

Which one should you choose?

Use the one that suits your needs better. If one don’t work well with your website, and you haven’t been able to set it up properly despite supports help — try another.
They both have 14-days money guarantee. Besides that — use the cheaper one.

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