# Reading Speed Test — ReadingHabit

> Measure how fast you read — words per minute (WPM) and pages per minute (PPM) — from a short timed passage, with an optional comprehension check.

URL: https://readinghabit.site/tools/readingspeedtest
Free to use, no account needed.

## What it does
Times you reading a passage, then reports your reading speed and how you compare to other readers. You choose a genre (fiction or non-fiction) and a length (quick, standard, or extended).

## How to use
Pick a passage genre and length, start reading when the timer begins, and stop when you finish. Optionally answer a few comprehension questions to check retention. No account needed.

## Output
Words per minute (WPM), pages per minute (PPM), a comparison band (average is ~200–250 WPM / ~1–1.5 pages per minute; 350+ WPM is fast), and an optional comprehension percentage.

## Related tools
Send your measured speed to the Reading Time Calculator, Reading Goal Planner, or TBR Stack Planner via the `?speed=<PPM>` link so their estimates are personalized to you.

## FAQ

### How does this reading speed test work?
Choose a passage genre (fiction or non-fiction) and a length (quick, standard, or extended). A timer starts when you begin reading. When you finish, you can optionally answer comprehension questions to check your retention. You'll get your words per minute (WPM), pages per minute (PPM), and see how you compare to other readers.

### What is a good reading speed?
The average adult reads 200-250 words per minute (about 1-1.5 pages per minute). Above 350 WPM is considered fast, and 500+ WPM puts you in speed-reader territory. Reading speed varies by content type and most people read fiction faster than academic texts. What matters most is comprehension, not raw speed.

### How can I improve my reading speed?
The best way to read faster is to read consistently. Other techniques include: minimising subvocalization (the voice in your head), using a finger or pointer to guide your eyes, expanding your peripheral vision to take in more words per fixation, and reading widely to build vocabulary. ReadingHabit tracks your reading speed automatically over time so you can measure your improvement.

### Can I use my speed test result with your other tools?
Yes! After completing the test, you can send your result directly to the Reading Time Calculator, Reading Goal Planner, or TBR Stack Planner. Your pages-per-minute score pre-fills automatically so you get personalized estimates.

### Does comprehension affect my score?
Comprehension questions are optional! Your WPM and PPM score is based purely on how quickly you read the passage. However, if you answer the questions, your comprehension percentage appears alongside your speed. A high speed with low comprehension may mean you're scanning rather than truly reading.

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Part of ReadingHabit — the reading tracker that helps you build a reading habit and finish more books. All free tools: https://readinghabit.site/tools · Full app: https://readinghabit.site