Readability Scorer
Analyze your text with industry-standard readability metrics. Get Flesch Reading Ease scores, grade level estimates, and complexity analysis to ensure your content reaches your target audience. Perfect for writers, marketers, and content creators optimizing for clarity and engagement.
⚠️ Complex Sentences (>30 words):
💡 Interpretation Guide:
How to Use
- Paste or type your text into the text area above
- Readability scores update automatically as you type
- Review the Flesch Reading Ease score (higher = easier to read)
- Check the grade level to ensure it matches your target audience
- Look for highlighted complex sentences (over 30 words) and consider breaking them up
- Use the interpretation guide to understand your scores and make improvements
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Flesch Reading Ease score?
The Flesch Reading Ease score rates text on a 0-100 scale based on sentence length and syllables per word. Higher scores (90-100) indicate very easy text, while lower scores (0-30) indicate very difficult text. Most commercial content aims for 60-70.
What's the difference between Flesch-Kincaid and Gunning Fog?
Both estimate reading difficulty, but use different formulas. Flesch-Kincaid outputs a U.S. grade level based on sentence and word length. Gunning Fog also considers "complex words" (3+ syllables) and tends to give slightly higher estimates.
What's a good readability score?
It depends on your audience. General web content should target 8th-10th grade (Flesch 60-70). Technical documentation may be higher (12th grade+). Marketing copy often aims for 6th-8th grade for maximum accessibility.
How can I improve my readability score?
Use shorter sentences (aim for 15-20 words), choose simpler words when possible, break up complex sentences, use active voice, and avoid jargon. Our tool highlights sentences over 30 words to help you identify areas for improvement.