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Reading Time Calculator

Estimate how long it will take to read a piece of text.

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About This Tool

Free reading time calculator — paste any text or enter a word count along with a reading speed (words per minute), and instantly see how long it will take to read. No sign-up, no upload, entirely browser-based. Students use this to plan study time for assigned readings and textbook chapters, while writers and bloggers use it to estimate the "X min read" label shown on articles. The default speed is set to the average adult reading pace (around 200–250 words per minute), and can be adjusted for slower or faster readers.

How to Use

  1. 1

    Paste your text or enter a word count

    Paste the text you want to read, or type the total word count directly.

  2. 2

    Set your reading speed

    Adjust the words-per-minute value to match your own reading pace (default: 225 WPM).

  3. 3

    See the estimated time

    Instantly view how many minutes it will take to read the full text.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average reading speed?+
The average adult reads prose at roughly 200–250 words per minute. Technical or dense material is typically read more slowly, around 100–150 WPM.
How accurate is this estimate?+
It's a straightforward estimate based on word count divided by reading speed. Actual time varies based on text difficulty, your familiarity with the topic, and whether you re-read sections.
Can I use this for an entire book?+
Yes — enter the book's total word count (often listed online, or estimate as pages × ~300 words per page) to get a rough total reading time.

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