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Aruba HiSpeed Cache

By Aruba.it Dev

Performance & Optimization / Caching Solutions

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

Trusted WordPress expert with 20+ years of experience evaluating plugins for the WP ecosystem.

Aruba HiSpeed Cache Review - In-Depth Analysis

Aruba HiSpeed Cache automates management of the HiSpeed Cache service for Aruba hosting platforms. It optimizes webpage loading times and reduces TTFB.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.82/10

User Rating

3/5 (based on 10+ reviews)

Active Installations

100,000+

Update Frequency

Average It is calculated using the weighted average of same category plugins.

Security Score

5 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Aruba HiSpeed Cache is a plugin that interfaces directly with the HiSpeed Cache service for an Aruba hosting platform and automates its management in the WordPress dashboard, without having to access the website's control panel.

The plugin can only be used if your WordPress website is hosted on an Aruba hosting platform.

The HiSpeed Cache service significantly reduces the TTFB (first Byte transfer time) and webpage loading times.

When the service is active, the plugin lets you clear the cache automatically (and/or manually) every time a page or post is edited, without having to access the control panel for the website by clicking on the link provided.

HiSpeed Cache keeps dynamic content in the servers' memory after the first time it loads, making it available for subsequent requests much faster, significantly speeding up website browsing. The plugin simply clears the cache every time a custom page, article or content item is edited.

For more details and to find out whether the HiSpeed Cache service is active on your website please refer to our guide.

Comparing to Alternatives

Aruba HiSpeed Cache has several direct competitors in the WordPress caching plugin space, offering various features and performance optimizations.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Good integration with Aruba hosting caching system
Automatically invalidates cache when pages or posts are updated
Simple and straightforward configuration
Free to use with no paid version
Positive feedback on technical competence of support from some users

Weaknesses

Reported instability and site crashes on some setups
Object cache feature can severely slow or break sites
Plugin sometimes reactivates itself after deactivation
Recent updates have caused compatibility issues with WordPress functions

User Sentiment Analysis

User reviews are polarized with half giving 5 stars praising its effectiveness and integration, while the other half give 1 star citing serious issues and instability.

Positive highlights

"Utilissimo - cache invalidates automatically" (ste18k)
"Ottima integrazione con il sistema di caching Aruba" (anto75)
"Tecnici molto Competenti" (paolabor)
"Ottimo plugin, funziona molto bene" (snowday)
"Se sei su un hosting Aruba, non puoi farne a meno" (dolceremy)

Common complaints

Plugin causes severe site slowdowns and blocks control panel
Plugin breaks WordPress functionality after updates
Object cache feature crashes sites with certain themes
Plugin is unstable and inconsistent across different sites
Plugin reactivates itself after being deactivated

Weaknesses

Medium security risk with multiple vulnerabilities fixed only in recent versions
Support is unresponsive on WordPress forums, directing users elsewhere
Plugin updates have introduced regressions and compatibility problems

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users hosting their WordPress sites on Aruba servers who want a caching plugin tightly integrated with Aruba's infrastructure and are comfortable troubleshooting potential issues.

Not ideal for

Users with complex or customized WordPress setups, those using themes like Elementor or Greenshift, or anyone requiring stable, widely supported caching solutions should avoid this plugin due to reported instability and compatibility problems.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The plugin is completely free and includes basic caching features with automatic cache invalidation and integration with Aruba hosting.

Final Verdict

Aruba HiSpeed Cache offers good integration for users on Aruba hosting and has some positive user feedback regarding its caching capabilities and support. However, it suffers from significant stability and compatibility issues, especially after recent updates, and has a history of medium-level security vulnerabilities that have only recently been addressed.

Given the mixed user experiences and the availability of many alternative caching plugins with broader compatibility and better support, users should carefully consider their hosting environment and technical needs before choosing Aruba HiSpeed Cache. It is best suited for those committed to Aruba hosting who can manage potential issues, while others may find more reliable options elsewhere.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Aruba HiSpeed Cache plugin.

Aruba

Cache

Optimize

Pagespeed

Performance

Screenshots

FAQ

HiSpeed Cache is a dynamic caching system that significantly improves webpage loading speeds. The active cache reduces the time to first byte (TTFB). The service also lets you clear the cache automatically or manually, whenever a page or any content is edited.