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Surbma | Smooth Scroll

By Surbma

Performance & Optimization / Caching Solutions

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

Surbma | Smooth Scroll Review - In-Depth Analysis

A simple and lightweight smooth scroll plugin for anchor links.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.88/10

User Rating

4.7/5 (based on 14+ reviews)

Active Installations

2,000+

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

This plugin adds a smooth scroll effect to every anchor link on your site. Even in the menu or in any navigation section, if a link is an anchor, the smooth scroll effect will be active on it.

There is no option for this plugin, it just works. However, if you want to add custom options, you can do that. I do not provide any description to customize, because it needs JavaScript and WordPress programming knowledge. So if you have the knowledge and experience, you can do it on your own. If you do not have it, then it is not recommended to touch anything, because the plugin is working great with all the default settings.

The Surbma | Smooth Scroll plugin is using Ariel Flesler's fantastic jQuery.scrollTo and jQuery.localScroll scripts without any customization and with default settings. The plugin is only integrating the scripts, so you can use it on every WordPress website and the effect will still be active, even if you switch your theme.

You can find and learn more about Ariel Flesler's scroll scripts on their GitHub pages.

Do you want to contribute or help improve this plugin? You can find it on GitHub.

Please feel free to contribute, help, or recommend any new features for my plugins, themes, and other projects.

Do you want to know more about me? Visit my webpage.

Comparing to Alternatives

Surbma | Smooth Scroll is a straightforward smooth scrolling plugin with a focus on simplicity and ease of use. It competes with other smooth scroll plugins that offer similar functionality but may include more customization options.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Extremely easy to use with no configuration needed
Lightweight and minimal impact on site performance
Works seamlessly with existing anchor links
High user satisfaction with 92.9% five-star ratings
Compatible with recent WordPress versions and themes

Weaknesses

Lacks customization options for scroll behavior
No settings or controls for advanced users
May not work for all users or themes as reported in rare cases

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin enjoys overwhelmingly positive feedback with 92.9% of users giving it five stars, praising its simplicity and effectiveness. However, a small minority reported it did not work for them.

Positive highlights

"Works well, excellent support." — sankari
"Just plug & play! No settings or customization." — ldwd
"Super simple. Just what I needed." — David Robinson
"I love this plugin — just install it and use it." — jerryrcole
"Good plugin, works well." — debowale01

Common complaints

Plugin did not work for some users

Weaknesses

No customization or settings available
Limited functionality beyond basic smooth scrolling

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a simple, no-fuss smooth scrolling effect that works out of the box without any configuration.

Not ideal for

Users who want advanced customization options or need guaranteed compatibility with all themes and setups, as it may not work in every environment.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides a fully functional smooth scrolling effect with no settings or limitations, suitable for most users.

Final Verdict

Surbma | Smooth Scroll is an excellent choice for users who want a lightweight, easy-to-use smooth scrolling plugin that works immediately after installation. Its high user ratings reflect its reliability and simplicity.

While it lacks customization and may not work for every user, it poses no security risks and offers great value as a free plugin. Those needing more control might consider alternatives, but for straightforward smooth scrolling, it is highly recommended.