jQuery Smooth Scroll Review - In-Depth Analysis
This plugin enables smooth scrolling for anchor links and adds a back to top button. It enhances user experience on long pages.
Performance Overview
User Rating
4.5/5 (based on 47+
reviews)
Active Installations
10,000+
Update Frequency
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
This plugin makes your anchor links to scroll smooth and adds a scroll to top button in the lower-right corner of long pages. The scroll to top button appears after some scrolling and hides automatically when reaching the top. This plugin is based on cudazi's plugin 'Scroll to Top', and you may use this plugin if you need 'Scroll to top' feature.
Features include smooth scroll for all anchor links, a back to top button on the right-hand side, support for RTL, no unnecessary menu item in the WordPress Dashboard, and easy customization with some CSS/JS code edits. All CSS and JS files are compressed to score high in Google Page Speed score. You can now change the easing effect with the help of jQueryUI.
Note: The plugin might not be compatible with some other plugins. If there are a limited number of tabs or anchor links, we may exclude them manually. Please report compatibility issues on the GitHub repository. You are welcomed to contribute towards the development of the plugin.
Comparing to Alternatives
jQuery Smooth Scroll stands alone in its category with no close direct alternatives available, making it a unique choice for users seeking smooth scrolling functionality.
Strengths
- Lightweight and efficient code base
- Works immediately after installation without complex setup
- Excellent developer support and responsiveness
- Simple and functional design
- No known security vulnerabilities
Weaknesses
- Lacks a dashboard or settings panel for customization
- Default back to top button is not aesthetically pleasing
- No option to disable the default back to top button
- Requires some JavaScript knowledge for fine tuning
User Sentiment Analysis
With a strong majority of 80.9% five-star ratings and an overall rating of 4.5, users generally appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness. However, a small portion of users express dissatisfaction mainly related to customization limitations.
Positive highlights
- "Super!! Worked as expected" — tinyCoder
- "Lightweight and works well" — rfortin
- "A really great and functional plugin with excellent support" — drockdesign
- "The Plugin just needs to be installed and works directly" — sergantrocks
- "Perfect" — odairpianta
Common complaints
- Default back to top button is unattractive and cannot be disabled
Weaknesses
- No dashboard or interface to adjust settings
- Limited customization options without coding knowledge
- Default UI elements are not visually appealing
Who Should Use This?
Best for
Users who want a lightweight, straightforward smooth scrolling plugin that works out of the box and appreciate responsive developer support.
Not ideal for
Users seeking extensive customization options or an easy way to disable default UI elements without coding, as the plugin lacks a settings dashboard.
Pricing & Value
Free version includes
The free version offers full smooth scrolling functionality with no apparent restrictions or ads.
Final Verdict
jQuery Smooth Scroll is a solid, lightweight plugin that delivers smooth scrolling functionality effectively with excellent developer support and no security concerns. Its simplicity and immediate usability make it a great choice for users comfortable with minimal configuration.
However, the lack of a settings dashboard and inability to disable the default back to top button may deter users who want more control over appearance and features. Despite this, it remains a valuable tool for those prioritizing ease of use and performance.
Other Notable Features
Here are a few other notable features of this free
jQuery Smooth Scroll plugin.
FAQ
Because there is none. All you have to install and activate the plugin. However, There might be some compatibility issues especially with a slider or tab. Please consult us for help.
This plugin might not be compatible with your theme or some other plugin. They are mostly tabs, sliders. Shoot a support request so I could help further.
The PSD file could be found in the plugin directory.
Yes, just overwrite the arrow.png image or use the included PSD to tweak.
Yes, just edit the upperLimit value in js/jss-script.min.js.
Because these files are compressed. I have included reader friendly files i.e. js/jss-script.min.js and css/jss-style.js
Note: This plugin is based on “Cudazi scroll to top”.
Contributors and developers
“jQuery Smooth Scroll”
is open source software. The following people have
contributed to this plugin.
