Speed Read Challenge

Test your reading speed with 4 preset levels — from casual 250 WPM to extreme 1000 WPM. Progressive acceleration starts at 60% and ramps up to your target.

2026-02

A speed reading challenge with progressive speed training and keyboard controls.

Features

  • 4 speed presets — Casual (250), Normal (400), Fast (600), Extreme (1000) WPM
  • Progressive acceleration — Starts at 60% of target, gradually ramps to full speed
  • Keyboard shortcuts — Space to pause/resume, Escape to reset
  • Immersive reading — Full-viewport word display with minimal progress bar
  • Results — Calculates your actual WPM based on elapsed time

How it works

Pick a speed preset and start reading. The app displays one word at a time, starting slower and accelerating to your target pace. Press space to pause anytime. When you finish, see your actual reading speed.

Try it

Speed Read Challenge

Stack

Next.js · React · TypeScript · Tailwind CSS