What reading speed should I use?

The average adult reads at about 200 WPM. Use 150 for casual reading and 300 for speed reading or skimming.

How is speaking time calculated?

Speaking time uses an average speaking rate of 130 words per minute, which is typical for presentations and speeches.

Does it count words accurately?

Yes, it counts words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs using standard text analysis methods.

Reading Time Calculator

Estimate reading & speaking time for any text

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Reading Speed

200 WPM

◈ How to Use

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Adjust the reading speed using presets (Slow, Average, Fast) or the slider

View reading time, speaking time, and detailed text statistics

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✓Bloggers and content creators estimating article read times
✓Speakers preparing presentations and timing their talks
✓Students gauging how long study materials will take to read

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Reading Time Calculator: How Long to Read That Article

Reading time estimates help readers decide whether to start an article and help writers plan content length. The calculation is straightforward — total words divided by reading speed — but the right speed depends on what kind of text it is.

Average adult reading speed is about 200–250 words per minute (WPM) for general content. Technical or dense material runs slower (150 WPM); easy-reading fiction faster (300 WPM); audiobook narration is paced around 150 WPM. The calculator uses 200 WPM by default — a middle ground that approximates online article reading.

Reading speed benchmarks

Content type	WPM
Technical / academic	100–150
News / online article	200–250
Easy fiction	300+
Audiobook narration	~150
Speed reading (proficient)	400–700

Extended FAQ

Why do blogs add reading time estimates?

Reader expectation management. People are more likely to start an article if they know the time commitment, and bounce-rates drop when expectations match reality.

Is my pasted text stored?

No — runs entirely in your browser.