Paste any text and get the estimated reading time at adjustable reading speeds (slow/average/fast).
This tool estimates how long it takes to read a piece of text based on average reading speeds. Enter or paste your text, and the tool calculates reading time in minutes and seconds. Adjust the reading speed (slow, average, or fast) to match your audience or preferences — a slow reader might take 200 words per minute, while a fast reader covers 300 wpm.
Paste or type your text into the input field. The tool automatically calculates the reading time based on an average reading speed of 200 words per minute. Use the speed selector to adjust for slow (150 wpm), average (200 wpm), or fast (300 wpm) readers. The reading time updates instantly as you type or paste more text.
The tool counts the number of words in your text and divides by the selected reading speed (150, 200, or 300 words per minute) to estimate reading time.
Average adult reading speed is around 200 wpm. Use 150 wpm for slower readers or complex content, and 300 wpm for fast readers or skimming.
The tool counts all words regardless of language. However, reading speeds vary by language, so adjust the speed selector if needed.
The tool counts all non-whitespace as words. If your text contains code blocks or lists, you may want to estimate separately or adjust the reading speed downward.
This tool runs entirely in your browser. Nothing you type or paste is sent to any server — all processing happens locally on your device.