What Is Reading Time Calculator?

A free online reading time calculator. Paste any article, blog post, essay, or video script to estimate reading time at multiple speeds, speaking time, and approximate page count.

Why Use Reading Time Calculator?

  • Average, slow, and fast reading time estimates
  • Speaking time for scripts and presentations
  • Word count and page count at a glance
  • No uploads or account required

How to Use Reading Time Calculator — Step by Step

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Paste your content into the text box.

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See instant word count and average reading time.

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Compare slow, average, and fast reading speeds.

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Use the speaking time estimate for video scripts, talks, and presentations.

Who Is Reading Time Calculator Best For?

  • blog posts
  • newsletters
  • video scripts
  • presentations

Reading Time Calculator — Frequently Asked Questions

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is based on words per minute. This tool shows estimates for slow, average, and fast readers so you can choose the pace that best matches your audience.

What speaking speed does the tool use?

Speaking time uses an average pace of about 130 words per minute, which is useful for presentations, podcasts, and narration scripts.

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