Free Online Typing Speed Test
TypeWerdly is a free typing test that measures your words per minute (WPM) and accuracy in real time. No sign-ups, no paywalls — just pick a duration and start typing. Your results appear instantly when time runs out, and you can submit your score to the public leaderboard to see how you compare.
How the Test Works
Choose from four timed modes — 15, 30, 60, or 120 seconds. The test begins when you type your first character. Random English words appear on screen, and you type each one followed by a space. Characters light up green or red as you go so you can see mistakes immediately. When the timer hits zero, you get your WPM, raw WPM, accuracy percentage, and a breakdown of correct, incorrect, and missed characters. Learn more on our how it works page.
What Is a Good Typing Speed?
The average typing speed is around 40 WPM. Above 60 WPM is faster than most people. Professional typists typically reach 80–100 WPM, and competitive typists exceed 150 WPM. Here are the common benchmarks:
| Speed | Level |
|---|---|
| Below 30 WPM | Beginner |
| 30–40 WPM | Below average |
| 40–55 WPM | Average |
| 55–70 WPM | Above average |
| 70–90 WPM | Fast |
| 90–120 WPM | Very fast |
| 120+ WPM | Elite |
Read our full breakdown in What Is a Good Typing Speed? WPM Benchmarks Explained.
Tips to Type Faster
- Learn touch typing — keeping your eyes on the screen eliminates the visual search that caps hunt-and-peck speed
- Focus on accuracy before speed — errors cost double (the wrong key plus the backspace)
- Practice 15 minutes daily — consistency builds muscle memory faster than long sessions
- Use the 60-second test for the most reliable speed measurement
- Set up your keyboard ergonomics properly to avoid fatigue and maintain speed
For a detailed practice plan, see our guide on how to improve your typing speed.
Why TypeWerdly?
Most typing tests are cluttered with distractions or lock features behind accounts and paywalls. TypeWerdly is different:
- Completely free — no premium tiers or hidden features
- No account required — test and submit scores instantly
- Ads disappear while you type so nothing interrupts your flow
- Clean, minimal interface designed for focus
- Public leaderboard ranked by WPM across all test durations
- Standard WPM calculation (5 characters per word) for comparable scores
Frequently Asked Questions
How is WPM calculated?
WPM stands for words per minute. One “word” equals five characters. Your WPM is the correctly typed characters divided by five, divided by the elapsed time in minutes.
Do I need to create an account?
No. You can take unlimited tests and submit scores with just a display name. No email or registration needed.
What words are used?
The test uses a curated list of common English words, randomly shuffled for each test so no two are the same.
More questions? Visit our full FAQ page.
From the Blog
- How to Improve Your Typing Speed: A Practical Guide
- What Is a Good Typing Speed? WPM Benchmarks Explained
- Touch Typing vs. Hunt and Peck: Why the Switch Is Worth It
- Average Typing Speed by Age: What the Data Shows
- Does Typing Speed Matter for Programming?
Read all articles on our blog.