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Apache HTTP Server vs OpenSSL

Based on 22 and 2 real audits

MetricApache HTTP ServerOpenSSLWinner
Performance5032Apache HTTP Server
Accessibility8284OpenSSL
Best Practices8875Apache HTTP Server
SEO8891OpenSSL
Security6466OpenSSL
TTFB462ms147msOpenSSL
Composite7372Apache HTTP Server
Performance
Apache HTTP Server
50
OpenSSL
32
Accessibility
Apache HTTP Server
82
OpenSSL
84
Security
Apache HTTP Server
64
OpenSSL
66
SEO
Apache HTTP Server
88
OpenSSL
91
Composite
Apache HTTP Server
73
OpenSSL
72

OpenSSL outperforms Apache HTTP Server in 4 of 7 categories, with a stronger composite score (72 vs 73). Apache HTTP Server leads in performance, best practices, composite score.

FAQ

Which is faster, Apache HTTP Server or OpenSSL?
Based on real BeaverCheck audits, Apache HTTP Server sites score higher on Lighthouse performance (50 vs 32 on average).
Which has better security, Apache HTTP Server or OpenSSL?
OpenSSL sites score higher on security analysis (66 vs 64 on average).
Should I choose Apache HTTP Server or OpenSSL for my website?
Both platforms have trade-offs. Apache HTTP Server 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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