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Readability Score Checker

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Calculate readability scores including Flesch-Kincaid, Gunning Fog, SMOG, Coleman-Liau, and ARI.

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Paste your text and click "Analyze Readability" to get 7 readability scores instantly.

Flesch Reading Ease Flesch-Kincaid Gunning Fog SMOG Coleman-Liau ARI Dale-Chall
Features

Everything You Need

Powerful features designed to make your text work easier and faster.

Flesch Reading Ease

Classic 0–100 readability score with interpretation labels from "Very Confusing" to "Very Easy".

Flesch-Kincaid Grade

Grade level needed to understand the text, widely used in education and publishing.

Gunning Fog Index

Estimates years of formal education needed based on sentence length and complex words.

SMOG Index

Simple Measure of Gobbledygook — predicts grade level using polysyllabic word count.

Coleman-Liau Index

Character-based readability formula that doesn't rely on syllable counting.

Automated Readability Index

ARI grade level estimate using characters per word and words per sentence.

Dale-Chall Score

Vocabulary-based readability using a list of 3,000 familiar words and grade level mapping.

Text Statistics

Complete breakdown: sentences, words, syllables, complex words, characters, and paragraphs.

Reading Time Estimate

Estimated reading time at slow (100 wpm), average (200 wpm), and fast (300 wpm) speeds.

Grade Level Visualizer

Color-coded gauge showing the target audience grade level across all formulas.

Sentence Complexity Analysis

Average words per sentence, longest sentence, and complex word percentage with visual indicators.

Improvement Suggestions

Actionable tips to make your text more readable based on the analysis results.

How It Works

Simple as 1-2-3

No learning curve. Get results in seconds with our intuitive workflow.

1

Paste Your Text

Enter or paste the text you want to analyze — articles, essays, documentation, or any content.

2

Click Analyze

Press "Analyze Readability" or use Ctrl+Enter to run all 7 readability formulas instantly.

3

Review Scores

See all readability scores, grade levels, text statistics, and the complexity analysis.

4

Apply Suggestions

Use the improvement tips to simplify your text and reach your target reading level.

Use Cases

Who Is It For?

Designed for professionals, students, and creators across industries.

Writers & Authors

Ensure your writing matches your target audience's reading level for maximum engagement.

Educators

Check that educational materials are appropriate for your students' grade level.

Content Marketers

Optimize blog posts and landing pages for readability to improve engagement and SEO.

UX Writers

Verify that interface text, instructions, and help docs are easy to understand.

Benefits

Why Choose This Tool?

Real advantages that save you time and protect your privacy.

7 Formulas at Once

No need for separate tools — get Flesch, Fog, SMOG, Coleman-Liau, ARI, and Dale-Chall in one scan.

Grade Level Mapping

Every score is translated to a US grade level so you can compare across formulas easily.

Improvement Tips

Not just scores — get specific, actionable suggestions to make your text more readable.

Instant & Private

All calculations run in your browser. No uploads, no waiting, no data collection.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this tool.

Which readability formula should I use?
It depends on your context. Flesch Reading Ease is the most widely recognized. Flesch-Kincaid and ARI are good for general content. SMOG is preferred for healthcare materials. Use the grade level average across formulas for a balanced view.
How are syllables counted?
The tool uses a heuristic syllable counting algorithm that counts vowel groups, adjusts for silent e's, and handles common exceptions. It is approximately 95% accurate for English text.
What is a good readability score?
For Flesch Reading Ease, 60–70 is standard for adult content (8th–9th grade). For most web content, aim for a grade level of 7–8. Technical documentation may be higher.
Does it work with non-English text?
The formulas are designed for English. Results for other languages will be less accurate, particularly for syllable-based formulas like Flesch and SMOG.

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