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easy AMP

By amp-cloud.de

Performance & Optimization / Caching Solutions

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

easy AMP Review - In-Depth Analysis

Enable AMP on your WordPress site easily. This plugin creates Google-compliant AMP versions of your pages for better mobile optimization.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.62/10

User Rating

3.6/5 (based on 9+ reviews)

Active Installations

600+

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

The easy AMP plugin allows you to enable AMP (Accelerated Mobile Pages) on your WordPress site effortlessly. Simply install and activate the plugin, and it will create a Google-compliant AMP version of your webpages.

This plugin ensures that your AMP pages are served from your own domain, complying with Google's recommendations. It also includes cookie consent features for users in Europe, ensuring legal compliance.

With support for HTTPS encryption, Google Analytics integration, and automatic social share buttons, the easy AMP plugin enhances your site's mobile experience. It even supports YouTube and Brightcove video embedding, custom JavaScripts, and iframes under HTTPS.

Comparing to Alternatives

easy AMP is one of several plugins designed to implement AMP on WordPress sites, with some notable alternatives offering broader support and features.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Supports DSGVO compliance for EU users
Includes social share bar functionality
Easy to use interface
Improves site speed significantly

Weaknesses

Does not automatically insert AMP parameter on mobile devices
Limited support mainly for newspapers and blogs
Some users report it does not work at all
Lacks advanced customization options

User Sentiment Analysis

With a mixed rating of 3.6 out of 5 and a third of ratings at 1 star, user feedback is polarized between satisfaction and frustration.

Positive highlights

'Nutze es für einige Blog-Projekte und bin bisher sehr zufrieden.' — hash-generator.io
'Drastically speed improved' — pratikpise92
'Easy and nice' with DSGVO support and social share bar — regexescapecom
'Nice plugin' but manual AMP parameter insertion noted — AlexKar

Common complaints

Plugin does not work at all according to some users
Error messages are ineffective or non-functional

Weaknesses

Functionality issues reported by multiple users
Lack of automatic AMP parameter insertion
Limited compatibility beyond newspapers and blogs

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users running newspaper or blog websites who want a simple AMP solution with GDPR compliance and social sharing features.

Not ideal for

Those seeking a fully automated AMP implementation or broader compatibility beyond specific site types, or users needing reliable error handling.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version offers basic AMP support with GDPR compliance and social sharing features, suitable for simple blog or newspaper sites.

Final Verdict

easy AMP provides a straightforward AMP implementation with useful features like GDPR compliance and social sharing, making it a good choice for certain blog and newspaper sites. However, its limited automation and reported functionality issues may hinder user experience for some.

Given the availability of more robust alternatives and the absence of a pro version, users should weigh their specific needs carefully. The plugin's low security risk is a positive, but potential users should consider the mixed reviews before committing.