# MinuteRead – Reading Time for Posts

> MinuteRead has 20+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 82 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 74/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** MinuteRead is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 74/100 on our health check.

**Show estimated reading time on posts, pages, and custom post types. Customize label, format, position, and reading speed.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 20+
- **Total downloads:** 450
- **Downloads (30 days):** 82 (-38.3% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 74/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.1.0
- **Last updated:** Aug 22, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.3
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 2 of 2 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Md Asadujjaman Sabuj (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/asad5516/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/minuteread/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [estimated reading time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/estimated-reading-time/) | #5 | 15 |
| [minute read](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/minute-read/) | #1 | 1 |
| [read time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/read-time/) | #3 | 17 |
| [reading duration](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reading-duration/) | #1 | 1 |
| [reading time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/reading-time/) | #18 | 62 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| estimated reading time | #8 | 167 |
| minute read | #11 | 3,006 |
| read time | #15 | 7,980 |
| reading duration | #2 | 209 |
| reading time | #8 | 2,076 |

## Version adoption

- 1.1: 100%

## 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 |
| 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 |
| 11 | [Fattami Reading Time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fattami-reading-time/) | <10 | — | Sep 12, 2026 | 64/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is MinuteRead free?
Yes. MinuteRead is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is MinuteRead safe to use in 2026?
MinuteRead is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 20+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 2 months ago, and scores 74/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use MinuteRead?
MinuteRead is active on 20+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 450 times since it launched in May 2026. It was downloaded 82 times in the last 30 days.

### Does MinuteRead work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested MinuteRead up to WordPress 7.1.3, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.0 or newer.

### What PHP version does MinuteRead need?
MinuteRead requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was MinuteRead last updated?
The latest version, 1.1.0, was released on August 22, 2026 (2 months ago).

### Who makes MinuteRead?
MinuteRead is developed and maintained by Md Asadujjaman Sabuj.

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


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