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WP Server Health Stats

By iSaumya

Site Administration & Utilities / Site Health & Diagnostics

Reviewed by Omar Dabbas

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

WP Server Health Stats Review - In-Depth Analysis

Monitor your WordPress site with crucial stats like Database, PHP details, RAM usage, and more. Gain insights into server health directly from your dashboard.

Performance Overview

WPS Score

6.84/10

User Rating

4.8/5 (based on 110+ reviews)

Active Installations

9,000+

Update Frequency

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

Security Score

5.87 / 10 (Medium Risk) It is calculated using the weighted average of all versions.

What It Does

WP Server Health Stats plugin will give you the ability to monitor your WordPress site at its core level. With all-important server health stats like allocated PHP memory, memory usage, realtime RAM usage, CPU usage, etc., you can always identify if something wrong is going on with your site.

Now you don’t have to contact your host every single time for minor things. You can easily see the server health stats in your WP admin dashboard and make critical decisions based on that, like if enabling some plugin is consuming a lot of memory or CPU.

This plugin uses third-party systems to get the location details for the server IP. Please check their Privacy Policy and Terms. By default, the plugin uses the free version of the service but if you have purchased a premium version then you can enter your API key inside the plugin settings page.

This plugin has been developed and tested on Linux-based servers only, and it is highly recommended for those users who use a Linux-based server.

Comparing to Alternatives

WP Server Health Stats offers detailed server health information with several comparable plugins available for users seeking alternatives.

Top alternatives

Strengths

Provides comprehensive server health statistics in an easy-to-understand format
High user satisfaction with a 4.8 average rating
Simple and powerful interface praised by users
Regular updates addressing security vulnerabilities
Free to use with no paid version required

Weaknesses

Past security vulnerabilities including a critical backdoor and XSS issues
Recent update controversy involving a Monero miner iframe
Limited dashboard integration for multiple sites
No pro version with advanced features

User Sentiment Analysis

The plugin enjoys overwhelmingly positive reviews with 94.5% of ratings at 4 stars or higher, reflecting strong user satisfaction despite a few serious complaints.

Positive highlights

"Perfect – thanx. A great Tool for all the Infos." – Reinhard Jung
"Best Free WP Server Health Stats Plugin 10/5" – Emran Khan
"Good job! Working perfect" – black20091
"Very useful plugin. Simple and powerful" – Marcos Nakamine
"Funktioniert ausgezeichnet. TOP!" – PageSpeed100.expert

Common complaints

Plugin update included a Monero miner iframe causing high CPU usage

Weaknesses

Security vulnerabilities fixed only in recent updates
Concerns about malicious code in latest versions

Who Should Use This?

Best for

Users seeking a free, straightforward plugin to monitor server health with detailed statistics and who keep their plugins updated regularly.

Not ideal for

Users who require guaranteed security without past vulnerability concerns or those unwilling to update promptly due to the plugin's history of serious security issues.

Pricing & Value

Free version includes

The free version provides comprehensive server health statistics and monitoring features sufficient for most users.

Final Verdict

WP Server Health Stats is a highly rated plugin that delivers valuable server health information with a user-friendly interface and no cost. It stands out for its detailed metrics and positive user feedback, making it a strong choice for those needing server monitoring tools without additional expenses.

However, the plugin's history of critical security vulnerabilities and a recent incident involving a Monero miner iframe raise concerns. Users must ensure they keep the plugin updated and consider these risks before installation, especially in sensitive environments.

Other Notable Features

Here are a few other notable features of this free WP Server Health Stats plugin.

server health stats

monitoring plugin

WordPress server stats

Screenshots

FAQ

No. This plugin uses PHP shell_exec() function which is by default enabled by all good hosting companies. But a small percentage of hosting company disable shell_exec() by default. So, please contact your hosting company to make sure shell_exec() is enabled in your account before installing this plugin. Otherwise, you will get an ERROR Code EXEC096T for every feature that uses shell_exec().