Reading Speed Calculator
Calculate how many books you can read based on your reading speed and available time
Calculate Your Reading Speed
Typical ranges: Fiction (200-300), Non-fiction (250-350), Academic (300-400)
Average: 2 minutes per page. Varies by book complexity and reading style.
📊 Your Reading Capacity
Your Reading Speed
Reading speed: 0.5 pages/minute(approximately 138 words/minute)
Understanding Reading Speed
What is Reading Speed?
Reading speed measures how quickly you can read and comprehend text. It's typically measured in words per minute (WPM) or pages per minute, and varies significantly based on the content difficulty, your familiarity with the subject, and reading purpose.
Why Calculate Reading Speed?
- •Plan your reading goals and book lists
- •Estimate time needed for academic reading
- •Track improvement in reading efficiency
- •Allocate proper time for reading tasks
Calculation Methods
📖 Page Reading Time Method
Based on the time it takes to read one page. More intuitive for casual readers who can easily time themselves reading a page.
Formula: Pages per day = Daily minutes ÷ Minutes per page
âš¡ Words Per Minute Method
Based on reading speed in words per minute. More precise and commonly used in educational and professional settings.
Formula: Words per day = Daily minutes × WPM
Reading Speed Benchmarks
Slow Readers
150-200 WPM
3-4 minutes/page
10-15 books/year
Average Readers
250-300 WPM
2-2.5 minutes/page
20-30 books/year
Fast Readers
400+ WPM
1-1.5 minutes/page
50+ books/year
Note: Reading speed varies greatly depending on content complexity, comprehension goals, and reading purpose. These calculations provide estimates for planning purposes.
Example Calculation
Average Reader
Daily reading: 1 hour
Reading speed: 250 WPM
Words per page: 275
Book length: 250 pages
Result: ~22 books/year
Fast Reader
Daily reading: 1 hour
Reading speed: 400 WPM
Result: ~35 books/year
Improve Your Reading Speed
Minimize Subvocalization
Reduce "inner voice" reading to increase speed.
Use Peripheral Vision
Read groups of words instead of individual words.
Practice Regularly
Consistent practice improves both speed and comprehension.
Eliminate Distractions
Find a quiet environment for focused reading.
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