# Best Estimated Reading Time Plugins for WordPress

> Compare 15 estimated reading time plugins for WordPress ranked by active installs, rating and update health. Top picks: Worth The Read, WP Reading Progress, Sam Reading Time.

| # | 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 | [ReadBar – Smart Reading Time & Dynamic Progress Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/read-bar/) | <10 | 5/5 (1) | Sep 10, 2026 | 67/100 |
| 8 | [Simple Time to Read LSC](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-time-to-read-lsc/) | <10 | — | Aug 18, 2025 | 30/100 |
| 9 | [Easy Reading Progress Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-easy-reading-progress-bar/) | <10 | — | Aug 25, 2025 | 30/100 |
| 10 | [ReadJutsu – Reading Time & Scroll Progress Bar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/readjutsu/) | <10 | — | Jul 1, 2026 | 49/100 |
| 11 | [ReadMetric](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/readmetric/) | <10 | — | Sep 7, 2026 | 60/100 |
| 12 | [Fattami Reading Time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/fattami-reading-time/) | <10 | — | Sep 12, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 13 | [Estimated Reading Time Content](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/estimated-reading-time-content/) | <10 | — | Jan 14, 2025 | 24/100 |
| 14 | [RakeshNagar Reading Time](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/rakeshnagar-reading-time/) | <10 | — | Oct 5, 2026 | 64/100 |
| 15 | [ReadTrack](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/readtrack/) | <10 | — | Dec 13, 2025 | 36/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### What is the most popular estimated reading time plugin for WordPress?
Worth The Read is the most popular estimated reading time plugin with 3K+ active installs and a 4.3/5 rating on WordPress.org.

### How many estimated reading time plugins are on WordPress.org?
There are currently 15 plugins tagged “estimated reading time” in the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Which estimated reading time plugin has the best rating?
Among the most-installed options, Worth The Read has the highest rating at 4.3/5 from 27 reviews.

### Are these estimated reading time plugins actively maintained?
2 of the top 15 estimated reading time plugins were updated in the last 30 days. Check each plugin’s health score for update freshness, WordPress compatibility and support responsiveness.


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