Free Developer Tool
Reading Time Calculator
Calculate the estimated reading time of any text.
Text
Reading Speed
WPM
WPM means words per minute. The default speed is 225 WPM.
Estimated Reading Time
21 sec
At 225 words per minute
Approximately 0:21 of reading time
Words
78
Sentences
5
Paragraphs
3
Characters
483
Reading Speed Comparison
Slow · 150 WPM32 sec
Your speed · 225 WPM21 sec
Fast · 300 WPM16 sec
Very fast · 400 WPM12 sec
Text Statistics
Average words per sentence15.6
Average words per paragraph26
Characters without spaces404
Lines5
About Reading Time
• Reading time is estimated from the number of words divided by the selected words-per-minute speed.
• The default speed of 225 WPM is a general estimate and is not a measurement of the reader's actual speed.
• Complex technical content may take longer to read than ordinary prose.
• The calculation is performed entirely in the browser. Your text is not uploaded anywhere.
What is Reading Time Calculator?
Calculate the estimated reading time of an article, document or other text based on its word count and reading speed.
How to use
- Paste or enter your text.
- Count the words.
- Choose or use the default reading speed.
- Review the estimated reading time.
Features
- Automatic word counting
- Reading time estimation
- Adjustable reading speed
- Instant calculation
Common Use Cases
- Blog articles
- Content planning
- Editorial analysis
- Website content
Example
Input
A short article containing approximately 300 words of readable text.
Output
Estimated reading time: 2 minutes
FAQ
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated by dividing the word count by the selected reading speed.
Can I change the reading speed?
Yes. If the tool provides a reading speed setting, you can adjust it to match the intended audience.
Is the result exact?
No. Reading time is an estimate because actual reading speed varies between people and depends on the complexity of the text.
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.