Estimate how long a passage will take to read
This free reading time estimator calculates how long it will take to read a block of text, based on average adult reading speed. Paste in a paragraph, blog post, or email draft to get a quick estimate — useful for writers, editors, students, and speakers. All processing happens instantly in your browser, with no uploads or tracking. This tool helps you better manage time, prepare for presentations, or make your content more accessible. It’s part of the SeaBeasties Tools collection, designed to solve small problems quickly. The tool is ad-supported with a single non-intrusive banner to help keep it free for everyone.