Reading Time Calculator

Paste any text to instantly see how long it takes to read — slow, average, and fast — plus word count, character count, paragraphs, and sentences.

— Avg read (238 WPM)
— Slow read (150 WPM)
— Fast read (350 WPM)
0 Words
0 Characters
0 Paragraphs
0 Sentences

How to use

  1. Paste or type your text into the input box.
  2. Reading time and text statistics update instantly as you type.
  3. Use the slow / average / fast values to plan your content length.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average reading speed?

The average adult reads about 238 words per minute. Slow readers average 150 WPM, while fast readers can exceed 350 WPM.

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is calculated by dividing the total word count by the reading speed in words per minute (WPM). This tool uses 150 WPM (slow), 238 WPM (average), and 350 WPM (fast).

Does the reading time calculator work offline?

Yes. All calculations happen in your browser. No data is sent to a server.

How is word count calculated?

Words are counted by splitting on whitespace. Hyphenated words like "well-known" count as one word. Numbers and punctuation attached to words count as part of that word.