How fast do you read?
Measure your reading speed and find out how much you actually remember. It takes about two minutes.
- 1. Read a short passage at your natural pace
- 2. Answer a few questions about it
- 3. Get your words-per-minute score and comprehension level
How the reading speed test works
The test measures how many words per minute you read at a natural pace, then checks how much of the passage you actually remembered. Speed alone means little without comprehension — that is why the final score is your effective speed, your pace multiplied by your comprehension level.
The average adult reads silently at around 238 words per minute with full comprehension. A single measurement can vary, so it is worth taking the test a few times on different passages and watching your average and your trend over time. You can find the full research data in our article on average reading speed.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average reading speed?
Meta-analyses of research put the average silent reading speed for adults at around 238 words per minute. Above 300 with good comprehension is already a strong pace.
What is effective speed?
It is your reading speed multiplied by your comprehension level. Reading 600 words per minute with 50% comprehension gives the same effect as 300 words per minute with full comprehension.
How can I read faster?
The most effective approach is regular training that guides your eyes and raises the pace step by step. Reducing backward glances and word-by-word inner speech also helps.
Is my result saved?
Results are stored locally in your browser, so you can see your progress across tests. Once you create an account, your history syncs across devices.