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Scroll To Top

By Ga Satrya

Site Administration & Utilities / URL Redirects & 301 Management

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Scroll To Top Review - In-Depth Analysis

Adds a flexible Back to Top button to your WordPress site for easy navigation.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.77/10

User Rating

4.5/5 (based on 13+ reviews)

Active Installations

20,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

3 / 10 (Low Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

This plugin will automatically enable a custom and flexible Back to Top button to your WordPress website that allows your visitor to scroll back to the top of your page with one click!

Features include no setup needed, unlimited colors, async JavaScript, SVG icon, custom target, and the ability to disable on mobile. You can choose between text or icon, customize the text, switch the position to left or right, and change the animation as you like.

Important links include terms of service, support and donation options, translation opportunities, and a GitHub repository for contributions or issue submissions.

Comparing to Alternatives

Scroll To Top is a straightforward plugin with a focus on simplicity and performance, standing out among several alternatives that offer similar back-to-top functionality.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Lightweight and minimal script size (only 172kb)
Simple and effective functionality without unnecessary features
Quick and helpful support
Works well on heavily speed-optimized websites without additional tuning
No irritating blur effect on scroll, even on smartphones

Weaknesses

Lacks option to add SVG icons, limiting customization
Had a known low-risk security vulnerability fixed in version 1.4.1
Limited advanced customization options compared to some alternatives
No pro version with extended features available

User Sentiment Analysis

With a strong majority of 5-star and 4-star ratings, users appreciate the plugin's simplicity and effectiveness, though a small minority express dissatisfaction mainly due to missing features.

Positive highlights

"Simple option that does the job" — darrencss
"Awesome!!! Simple, yet effective!" — moodyblue
"Simple and effective plugin" — dead0user
"The plugin does a good job... support is quick and helpful!" — tobiasber
"Simple, lightweight, just works!" — Mark

Common complaints

No option to add SVG icon, leading to misleading expectations

Weaknesses

Limited icon customization options
Previously had a low-risk stored cross-site scripting vulnerability

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a lightweight, no-frills back-to-top button plugin that works reliably and quickly without complex customization.

Not ideal for

Users who want advanced customization options such as SVG icon support or those requiring a plugin with a paid version offering additional features.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers a simple, effective back-to-top button with basic customization and minimal impact on site performance.

Final Verdict

Scroll To Top excels as a lightweight and straightforward solution for adding a back-to-top button, praised for its simplicity, speed, and effective performance on optimized sites. It lacks advanced customization and a pro version, which may limit appeal for users seeking more features.

While it had a minor security issue that has been addressed, potential users should note the absence of SVG icon support and consider alternatives if that feature is critical. Overall, it remains a solid choice for those prioritizing simplicity and reliability.