Introduction
Rapyd recently conducted a detailed performance analysis of various WordPress hosting providers using the WordPress Performance Tester plugin. This article explains the methodology and discusses the results, highlighting Rapyd's standout performance in the industry.
Methodology
The benchmarking was conducted using the WordPress Performance Tester plugin. We focused on two primary metrics:
Server Performance Benchmarks - Execution Time (Seconds): Lower times are preferable, signifying faster execution.
WordPress Performance Benchmark - Queries per Second: Higher values indicate better performance.
Test Results Summary
Hosting Provider | Server Performance Benchmarks - Execution Time (seconds) | WordPress Performance Benchmark - Queries per Second |
Rapyd | 5.366 | 3188.654 |
Cloudways Vultr High Freq. | 7.374 | 1602.564 |
1&1 IONOS | 7.472 | 1319.261 |
Kinsta | 7.584 | 1661.13 |
Siteground | 7.704 | 1043.841 |
Digital Ocean | 8.184 | 1412.429 |
Cloudways Vultr | 8.195 | 1351.351 |
FastComet | 8.661 | 938.967 |
Cloudways Digital Ocean | 9.471 | 977.517 |
OVHCloud | 9.789 | 283.527 |
HostPapa | 13.802 | 1150.748 |
Hostinger | 15.648 | 1200.48 |
Analysis
Rapyd showcases a clear performance advantage in both metrics. Our execution time is significantly lower than our competitors, and our queries per second far surpass other providers, affirming our capacity for high-efficiency and high-traffic handling.
Important Considerations
It's important to note that these results are based on raw server performance and do not include the additional performance enhancement tools provided by Rapyd. These tools further amplify performance, offering an even more optimized experience.
Upcoming In-Depth Report
We are preparing a comprehensive report to provide a deeper insight into these findings, which will be published in the coming weeks. This report will offer a detailed perspective on WordPress hosting performance.
Conclusion
The benchmark tests firmly establish Rapyd as a leader in WordPress hosting performance. With a focus on advanced server technology and a comprehensive suite of performance tools, Rapyd offers a superior hosting solution for WordPress websites. Stay tuned for our in-depth report for further insights.