Comparison: SaveTo Wishlist (Free) vs. YITH WooCommerce Wishlist (Free) Features
Are you paying €99.99/year for essential wishlist features? We tested the free versions of both plugins on a clean WooCommerce install to see which one actually gives your store the best performance and tools for zero cost.
As developers who build WooCommerce tools, we constantly hear the same two complaints about traditional wishlist plugins: they slow down product pages and reserve basic organizational tools for premium tiers.
To give you an objective look at the market, we tested SaveTo Wishlist and YITH WooCommerce Wishlist's free tiers on a clean WooCommerce staging site. Our goal? To help you choose the right tool to keep your site fast, save €99.99 a year, and give your customers a better shopping experience. Here is the raw data.
Wishlist plugins are notorious for slowing down WooCommerce. While many tests rely on "Fully Loaded Time"—which fluctuates wildly depending on server traffic—we looked at the hard, unchangeable facts: the exact payload each plugin forces your product page to load.
Here is how much weight each plugin added to our clean test site:
| FREE Plugin | Added JavaScript Payload | Added Server Requests |
|---|---|---|
| SaveTo Wishlist | +2.5 KB (Winner) | +1 Request (Winner) |
| YITH WooCommerce Wishlist | +311.8 KB | +22 Requests |
Data was gathered using GTmetrix Lighthouse Performance on a clean WooCommerce storefront.
The base site’s JavaScript was 82.2KB with 48 requests.
In our tests, YITH's code weight of 311.8KB pushed the total JavaScript page size to 394KB:
YITH Wishlist results in a total page size of 394KB.
In contrast, SaveTo Wishlist adds a tiny payload of 2.5KB, which is 124 times lighter than YITH's. As a result, our plugin keeps the total JavaScript page size at 84.7KB. This means your product pages can load instantly, helping shoppers stay engaged and protecting your conversion rate.
SaveTo Wishlist results in a total page size of 84.7KB.
Every time a page loads, it makes "requests" to your server for the files it needs. YITH requires the page to make 70 total requests, adding 22 extra calls just for the wishlist:
YITH Wishlist leads to 70 total page requests.
Meanwhile, SaveTo Wishlist keeps the total to just 49 requests, adding only 1 extra call to your baseline. This keeps your server from working overtime, ensuring your site stays blazing fast even during high-traffic sales.
SaveTo Wishlist leads to 49 total page requests.
We believe helping your customers stay organized should be a core function of your store, not a premium upcharge. Here is a side-by-side look at what each free plugin offers right out of the box.
| Feature Comparison | SaveTo Wishlist (Free) | YITH Wishlist (Free) |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple Wishlists | ✅ Unlimited lists included | ❌ One list only |
| Guest to Account Sync | ✅ Automatic merge on login | ⚙️ Basic cookie-based sync |
| Save Entire Cart | ✅ One-click cart snapshots | ❌ Individual products only |
| In-List Quantity Editing | ✅ Real-time list updates | ❌ Only at checkout |
| Modern WordPress Support | ✅ Full Native Block Support | ⚙️ Legacy shortcode system |
| Drag & Drop Sorting | ✅ Easy reordering handles | ❌ No reordering option |
| Move Items Between Lists | ✅ Seamless item transfer | ❌ No multi-list support |
| Privacy & Permissions | ✅ Per-list Public/Private toggle | ⚙️ Global settings only |
| Smart Conversion Tools | ✅ Smart login popups & nudges | ❌ Static text only |
| Design & Styling | ✅ Visual Block Editor (No CSS needed) | ⚙️ Limited global settings |
Comparison: SaveTo Wishlist (Free) vs. YITH WooCommerce Wishlist (Free) Features
You’ve seen how our free version outperforms the competition. But when you’re ready to scale, we still have your back. SaveTo Wishlist Pro unlocks advanced marketing tools starting at just $49.50 for your first year—less than half the €99.99 for YITH’s premium tier. Get a better tool and keep more profit in your pocket.
Keep your store performing at its best. With a payload that's 124x lighter than the leading competitor, SaveTo Wishlist ensures your site stays fast and responsive.
By allowing customers to create specific lists (e.g., "Birthday Wishlist"), you make it easier for them to organize their intent. This increases the likelihood of them returning to purchase.
Upgrade the experience from traditional shortcodes. SaveTo Wishlist integrates directly with the WordPress Block Editor, allowing you to visually place and style “Add to Wishlist” buttons anywhere on your site.
Standard plugins often lose guests' wishlists once they clear their cookies. SaveTo Wishlist automatically merges guest data when they log in, ensuring those "lost" items turn into sales.
Join thousands of smart store owners who have switched to a leaner, high-performance, and feature-rich experience—for free.
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