Free Developer Tool
Readability Checker
Check text readability using common readability metrics.
Text
26 words · 168 charactersEstimated reading time: 8 sec
Overall Readability
53.7
Fairly difficult
Some readers may need more concentration.
Text Statistics
Words26
Sentences2
Paragraphs1
Characters168
Characters without spaces143
Letters139
Estimated syllables43
Reading time8 sec
Text Structure
Words per sentence13.0
Characters per word5.5
Syllables per word1.7
Readability Formulas
Flesch Reading Ease53.7
Flesch-Kincaid Grade9.0 · High school
Automated Readability Index11.0
Coleman-Liau Index13.4
Quick Recommendations
• Average sentence length is reasonable.
• Average word length is relatively compact.
• Consider shortening sentences and simplifying complex wording.
What is Readability Checker?
Analyze written content with common readability metrics to understand how easy the text is to read and follow.
How to use
- Paste or type your text.
- Analyze the text.
- Review the readability metrics.
- Improve difficult sections when necessary.
Features
- Readability score calculation
- Word and sentence analysis
- Text statistics
- Instant browser processing
Common Use Cases
- Blog writing
- Documentation
- Technical writing
- Content editing
Example
Input
Clear and simple sentences are easier for readers to understand.
Output
Words: 10 Sentences: 1 Paragraphs: 1 Characters: 65 Characters without spaces: 55 Letters: 54 Estimated syllables: 16 Average words per sentence: 10.0 Average characters per word: 5.5 Average syllables per word: 1.6 Flesch Reading Ease: 61.3 Flesch-Kincaid Grade: 7.2 Automated Readability Index: 9.5 Coleman-Liau Index: 13.0 Estimated reading time: 3 sec
FAQ
What does the tool measure?
It analyzes characteristics such as words, sentences and syllables to calculate supported readability metrics.
Can it analyze long articles?
Yes. Longer texts can provide more representative readability results.
Does it rewrite difficult text?
No. It analyzes the text and reports readability metrics.
Missing a feature?
If this tool doesn't cover your use case or is missing functionality, please let me know through the Contact page.
New improvements and features are added based on user feedback.