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Imsanity

By Shane Bishop

Performance & Optimization / Image Optimization & Compression

Imsanity Review - In-Depth Analysis

Imsanity automatically resizes large image uploads to save space. It scales down images to a configured size and can bulk resize existing images.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.98/10

User Rating

4.9/5 (based on 291+ reviews)

Active Installations

200,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

1 / 10 (Very Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

Imsanity automatically resizes huge image uploads. Choose whatever size and quality you like, and let Imsanity do the rest. When a contributor uploads an image that is larger than the configured size, Imsanity will automatically scale it down to the configured size and replace the original image.

Imsanity also provides a bulk-resize feature to resize previously uploaded images and free up disk space. You may resize individual images from the Media Library's List View.

This plugin is ideal for blogs that do not require hi-resolution original images to be stored and/or the contributors don't want (or understand how) to scale images before uploading.

Once enabled, Imsanity requires no actions on the part of the user. It uses WordPress built-in image scaling functions to ensure seamless integration.

Comparing to Alternatives

Imsanity is a straightforward image resizing plugin that focuses on automatic resizing and compression to save server space. Compared to other image optimization plugins, it offers a simple, no-frills approach without advanced features like CDN integration or WebP conversion.

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Strengths

Automatically resizes large images to predefined dimensions.
Deletes original large images to save server space.
Simple and efficient bulk resizing from the media library.
No ads or unnecessary pop-ups, providing a clean user experience.
Works well with WebP images when combined with other plugins.

Weaknesses

Lacks advanced optimization features like CDN or lazy loading.
No built-in support for converting images to WebP or AVIF formats.
Does not offer image compression beyond resizing.
No premium version with enhanced features.

User Sentiment Analysis

Users appreciate Imsanity for its simplicity and effectiveness in resizing images automatically, which helps improve website performance without hassle.

Positive highlights

"Very, very useful." - edgarro
"It just works 🙂" - robertgray
"Great, fast, efficient, no ads, no unnecessary pop-ups…" - 456he4v5454bg5g4
"Perfect for resizing large images and saving server space." - Anthony Hortin
"Helps a lot with clients uploading large images from mobile phones." - Amr – The Internet Guy

Common complaints

Lacks a percentage-based resizing option for more flexible control.
No advanced image optimization features like compression beyond resizing.
Does not provide options for image format conversion.
Limited to resizing and deleting original images only.

Weaknesses

No support for WebP or AVIF conversion natively.
No premium or pro version to unlock additional features.

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Imsanity is ideal for users who want a simple, no-nonsense plugin to automatically resize large images upon upload, especially useful for sites where users upload unoptimized images frequently.

Not ideal for

It is not suitable for users seeking comprehensive image optimization solutions with features like CDN integration, advanced compression, lazy loading, or image format conversion.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides automatic resizing of large images to user-defined dimensions, bulk resizing capabilities, and deletion of original oversized images to save server space.

Final Verdict

Imsanity excels as a lightweight and straightforward plugin for automatically resizing large images, helping to reduce server storage and improve website load times without complexity.

However, it lacks advanced image optimization features found in other plugins, making it best suited for users who need simple resizing rather than a full-featured image optimization solution.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free Imsanity plugin.

Image resizing

Image quality

Space saver

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FAQ

Activating Imsanity will not alter any existing images. Imsanity resizes images as they are uploaded so it does not affect existing images unless you specifically use the “Bulk Image Resize” feature on the Imsanity settings page. The Bulk Resize feature allows you to quickly resize existing images.