Reading Time Estimator — Words to Minutes at Any WPM

Free reading-time calculator. Paste an article — get minutes at 180/220/280 wpm (slow / average / fast). Add a reading-time chip to your blog post in seconds.

Reading Time Estimator

Words per minute (avg adult reads 200-250)

Article content

Word count

Reading time

2 sec

At 250 wpm

1 sec

Add a reading-time chip on every article page — readers convert better when they know the cost up-front, and Google has cited "time on page" as a quality signal for years.

About this tool

Why reading-time chips work

Adding a "5 min read" chip to your article header tells readers the cost up-front. They commit before clicking through, bounce less, and Google has cited dwell-time signals for years. Cheapest UX trick on the books.

How to use the Reading Time Estimator

Takes about a minute. No signup, no download, your data stays in your browser.

1
Open the tool. Scroll up to the Reading Time Estimator above — it loads instantly in your browser, no install needed.
2
Enter your values. The fields come pre-filled with realistic defaults so you can see how it works — replace them with your own numbers.
3
Read the result. The output updates instantly. Copy or share it — nothing is uploaded to a server, everything stays on your device.

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about the Reading Time Estimator.

Is the Reading Time Estimator free to use?

Yes. The Reading Time Estimatoron 7BusyBoss is completely free — no signup, no paywall, no usage cap.

Do I need to sign up to use the Reading Time Estimator?

No. The Reading Time Estimatorworks instantly in your browser — no account needed. Signing in with Google is optional and only unlocks features like saving favorites and higher AI build limits.

Does the Reading Time Estimator work on mobile?

Yes. Every tool on 7BusyBoss is mobile-responsive and works in any modern browser — Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge — on phones, tablets and desktops.

Is my data safe when I use the Reading Time Estimator?

Yes. The Reading Time Estimatorruns entirely in your browser — your inputs never leave your device unless the tool explicitly fetches public data (e.g. currency rates). We don't store the values you type.

Reading Time Estimator — Words to Minutes at Any WPM