Readability Checker
Paste your text to get Flesch Reading Ease, Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level, and detailed stats.
How to Use Readability Checker
Step 1
Paste or type your text into the editor above.
Step 2
View readability scores calculated in real time.
Step 3
Check the Flesch Reading Ease and Grade Level scores.
Step 4
Use the stats to improve your writing's clarity.
Features
Flesch Reading Ease score with color-coded rating.
Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level calculation.
Word, sentence, and syllable counting.
Average words per sentence and syllables per word.
Completely free with no sign-up required.
FAQ
The Flesch Reading Ease score rates text on a 0-100 scale. Higher scores mean easier text. A score of 60-70 is considered standard for most adults.
The Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level translates readability into a U.S. school grade level. A score of 8.0 means the text is understandable by an average 8th grader.
Syllables are estimated using a vowel-group heuristic. While not perfectly accurate for every word, it provides a reliable approximation for readability scoring.
No. All analysis happens locally in your browser. Your text never leaves your device.