TetraKitsReading Time Calculator
Paste any article, blog post, or document to see word count and estimated reading time — calculated at average adult reading speed with live updates as you type.
Read: Reading Time Calculator Guide: Estimate Article Length →
- Free to Use
- No Signup
- Privacy Friendly
How to calculate reading time
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Paste your text
Drop in a blog draft, article, newsletter, or any written content.
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See word count
The tool counts words automatically as you paste or type.
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Read the estimate
Estimated reading time appears in minutes based on ~238 words per minute average speed.
Reading time formula
238 words per minute is the average silent reading speed for adults on non-technical prose. Technical content may read slower; adjust mentally for dense material.
Example: 1,190 words ÷ 238 = 5 minutes reading time.
Why Use This Tool?
Live Count
Word count and reading time update as you type.
Blog Ready
Add "5 min read" labels to posts before publishing.
Editor Friendly
Check length while drafting on any device.
Private
Your draft never uploads to a server.
Frequently Asked Questions
What reading speed is used?
The default is 238 words per minute — the average for adult silent reading of general prose.
Does it count characters or words?
Word count splits on whitespace. Reading time derives from the word count.
Can I use this for speaking time?
Speaking is slower (~130 wpm). Halve the reading estimate for a rough speech duration.
Does formatting affect the count?
Only plain text is counted. HTML tags pasted as text may inflate counts slightly.
Is this reading time calculator free?
Yes. Unlimited calculations with no signup.
"X Min Read" Without Spreadsheets
Blog platforms show reading time to set reader expectations — but calculating it manually for every draft is tedious. Paste your article, get word count and minutes instantly, and add the label before you hit publish.
