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Reading Speed Test Online
Use the sample passage or paste your own text. Start the timer, read at your usual pace, then finish to see an estimated words-per-minute result.
Reading text stays in this browser. Nothing is uploaded.
Words per minute—
A rough estimate based on the number of words and elapsed time. It does not objectively measure comprehension.
About this tool
Reading Speed Test Online made simple.
Words per minute is a rough pace estimate based on the text length and elapsed time. The optional comprehension rating is your own assessment, not an objective test. Different languages segment words differently, so results are not directly comparable across languages. Your text is not saved or uploaded.
Common questions
About Reading Speed Test Online.
How do I use Reading speed test?
Use the sample passage or paste your own text. Start the timer, read at your usual pace, then finish to see an estimated words-per-minute result.
Is my data uploaded to a server?
No. This tool runs locally in your browser. Your input is not uploaded.