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Free Reading Time Calculator
Calculate how long to read any text instantly. Get accurate reading time estimates for slow, average, and fast readers—perfect for blog posts, articles, and content marketing.
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Reading Time
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0 min
Average Reader (225 wpm)
Slow Reader0 min
150 wpm (careful reading)
Fast Reader0 min
350 wpm (skimming)
Speaking Time0 min
130 wpm (presentation pace)
Reading Speed Reference
Average Speeds
- Children (7-8): ~100 wpm
- Average adult: 200-250 wpm
- College students: 300 wpm
- Speed readers: 400-700 wpm
Content Guidelines
- Blog post: 5-7 min read
- In-depth article: 10-15 min
- Long-form guide: 20+ min
- Quick update: 1-2 min
Why It Matters
- Sets reader expectations
- Improves engagement
- Helps content planning
- Medium uses 265 wpm