# Estimated Reading Time Content

> Estimated Reading Time Content has <10 active installs and 45 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 24/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Estimated Reading Time Content shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

**The Estimated Reading Time Content plugin automatically calculates and displays the estimated time required to read your posts and pages. It enhances user experience by informing readers about the content length…**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** <10
- **Total downloads:** 674
- **Downloads (30 days):** 45 (+104.5% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 24/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0
- **Last updated:** Jan 14, 2025
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 6.7.10
- **Requires:** 
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Anton (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/antonphp/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/estimated-reading-time-content/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [estimated reading time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/estimated-reading-time/) | #10 | 15 |
| [read time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/read-time/) | #15 | 18 |
| [reading time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reading-time/) | #42 | 62 |
| [reading time content](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reading-time-content/) | #1 | 1 |
| [readtime](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/readtime/) | #2 | 3 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| estimated reading time | #56 | 170 |
| read time | >100 | 7,998 |
| reading time | >100 | 2,088 |
| reading time content | >100 | 1,892 |
| readtime | #4 | 5 |

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Worth The Read](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/worth-the-read/) | 3K+ | 4.3/5 (27) | Aug 26, 2026 | 70/100 |
| 2 | [WP Reading Progress](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-reading-progress/) | 3K+ | 5/5 (19) | Aug 15, 2026 | 79/100 |
| 3 | [Sam Reading Time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/sam-reading-time/) | 70+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 12, 2026 | 66/100 |
| 4 | [LP Estimated Reading Time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/lp-estimated-reading-time/) | 50+ | 5/5 (2) | Feb 11, 2016 | 32/100 |
| 5 | [MinuteRead – Reading Time for Posts](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/minuteread/) | 20+ | 5/5 (1) | Aug 22, 2026 | 74/100 |
| 6 | [Reading Time by ReadyGo – Read Time, Progress Bar & Archive Support](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/readygo-reading-time/) | 10+ | — | Aug 25, 2026 | 57/100 |
| 7 | [Simple Time to Read LSC](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-time-to-read-lsc/) | <10 | — | Aug 18, 2025 | 30/100 |
| 8 | [Easy Reading Progress Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-easy-reading-progress-bar/) | <10 | — | Aug 25, 2025 | 30/100 |
| 9 | [ReadJutsu – Reading Time & Scroll Progress Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/readjutsu/) | <10 | — | Jul 1, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 10 | [ReadMetric](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/readmetric/) | <10 | — | Sep 7, 2026 | 60/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Estimated Reading Time Content free?
Yes. Estimated Reading Time Content is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Estimated Reading Time Content safe to use in 2026?
Estimated Reading Time Content shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 24/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Estimated Reading Time Content?
Estimated Reading Time Content is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 674 times since it launched in January 2025. It was downloaded 45 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Estimated Reading Time Content work with WordPress 7.1?
Estimated Reading Time Content is officially tested up to WordPress 6.7.10, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Estimated Reading Time Content last updated?
The latest version, 1.0, was released on January 14, 2025 (2 years ago).

### Who makes Estimated Reading Time Content?
Estimated Reading Time Content is developed and maintained by Anton.

### What are the best alternatives to Estimated Reading Time Content?
The most popular alternatives to Estimated Reading Time Content are Worth The Read (3K+ installs), WP Reading Progress (3K+ installs) and Sam Reading Time (70+ installs).


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