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Apache HTTP Server vs LiteSpeed

Based on 4 and 1 real audits

MetricApache HTTP ServerLiteSpeedWinner
Performance4272LiteSpeed
Accessibility8882Apache HTTP Server
Best Practices8481Apache HTTP Server
SEO8892LiteSpeed
Security6959Apache HTTP Server
TTFB418ms121msLiteSpeed
Composite7470Apache HTTP Server
Performance
Apache HTTP Server
42
LiteSpeed
72
Accessibility
Apache HTTP Server
88
LiteSpeed
82
Security
Apache HTTP Server
69
LiteSpeed
59
SEO
Apache HTTP Server
88
LiteSpeed
92
Composite
Apache HTTP Server
74
LiteSpeed
70

Apache HTTP Server outperforms LiteSpeed in 4 of 7 categories, with a stronger composite score (74 vs 70). LiteSpeed leads in performance, SEO, TTFB.

FAQ

Which is faster, Apache HTTP Server or LiteSpeed?
Based on real BeaverCheck audits, LiteSpeed sites score higher on Lighthouse performance (72 vs 42 on average).
Which has better security, Apache HTTP Server or LiteSpeed?
Apache HTTP Server sites score higher on security analysis (69 vs 59 on average).
Should I choose Apache HTTP Server or LiteSpeed for my website?
Both platforms have trade-offs. LiteSpeed scores higher on performance while Apache HTTP Server may excel in other areas. Run a free BeaverCheck audit to compare specific metrics relevant to your use case.

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