Reading Time Calculator
Estimate how long it will take to read or speak any piece of text. Adjust the words-per-minute reading speed to match slow, average, or fast readers. Also shows estimated speaking time — perfect for preparing speeches, presentations, podcast scripts, and YouTube videos. Supports custom WPM from 100 to 500.
250 WPM
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250 wpm
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How to Use Reading Time Calculator
- 1Set your reading speed in WPM
- 2Paste your content
- 3View estimated reading and speaking time
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Reading Time Calculator runs entirely in your browser. Your files and data are never uploaded to any server, never stored, and never shared. Everything happens locally on your device using secure browser APIs.
No server uploadNo account required100% freeWorks on all devices
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average reading speed?
Average adult reading speed is 200–250 WPM. Slow readers are around 150 WPM; fast readers can reach 400 WPM.
How is speaking time different?
Speaking time uses ~130 WPM which is the average conversational speech rate.
Why Use This Tool?
Files never leave your device
No upload to any server
Instant processing in browser
100% free, no account needed
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reading time calculatorreading speedwords per minutespeech timepresentation timer