Magento 2.4.8 After 30 Days | Real Results from a Live Store Upgrade

Posted by Danny David
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Web Marketing & E-commerce
Jul 14, 2025
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If you’re still on Magento 2.4.7 or an earlier version, you’re probably wondering: Is it worth upgrading to Magento 2.4.8 right now? I had the same question.

A month ago, I took the plunge and upgraded my store to 2.4.8, and after 30+ days in production, I’m ready to share what worked, what broke, and why I still believe this upgrade is worth it (if done right).

✅ What Improved After Upgrading to Magento 2.4.8

1. Faster Admin Panel & Frontend
Backend load time dropped by over 30%. Product grids, category edits, and media uploads became noticeably smoother.

2. PHP 8.3 Compatibility
Magento 2.4.8 officially supports PHP 8.3, allowing me to upgrade my server environment without compatibility risks.

3. Improved Checkout Stability
My store’s error rate during checkout fell from 1.3% to 0.4%, especially with mobile payment methods like Apple Pay.

4. Cleaner GraphQL Performance
GraphQL response times improved, especially with layered navigation and product filters in my headless setup.

5. Security & Patch Coverage
Over 150+ security enhancements were part of this release. I’ve had zero new warnings in my logs since the upgrade.

⚠️ A Few Challenges Along the Way

  • Custom JavaScript Conflicts: My theme had minor issues with Magento replacing jQuery’s file uploader with Uppy.

  • One Outdated Extension: I missed a compatibility update on a cart related extension, which caused a redirect loop.

  • GraphQL Cache Clears: Needed some manual cache work in PWA Studio after the upgrade.

? Extensions That Worked Flawlessly

I used several extensions from FMEextensions.com during and after the upgrade, all of them were labeled Magento 2.4.8 compatible, and none required fixes:

  • Shipping Method Restrictions

  • Partial Payment for Magento 2

  • Refund Request Extension

  • Ajax Layered Navigation

Their clear upgrade support made my job much easier.

Key Results from My Store

MetricMagento 2.4.7Magento 2.4.8
Admin Load Time~2.1s~1.4s
Checkout Error Rate1.3%0.4%
Avg. GraphQL Response (PWA)800ms520ms
PHP Support8.18.3 ✅

? Final Verdict

Magento 2.4.8 isn’t just a minor update, it’s a critical upgrade if you:

  • Want to support PHP 8.3

  • Rely on GraphQL / headless storefronts

  • Use modern payment methods

  • Need stronger admin performance

But don’t upgrade blindly. Always:
✔️ Test on staging
✔️ Verify all extensions
✔️ Backup fully
✔️ Prepare a rollback plan

With the right approach, the upgrade pays off — and sets your store up for 2025 and beyond.

? Want to upgrade smoothly?
Explore Magento 2.4.8-ready tools at FMEextensions.com — they saved me time, reduced conflicts, and made testing easier.

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