Readability Checker
Check your text's reading level instantly. Flesch Reading Ease + Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level. Free, no signup.
Frequently asked
What is Flesch Reading Ease?
A 0-100 score: higher = easier. Most web content targets 60-70 (8th-9th grade level).
What is Flesch-Kincaid Grade?
The U.S. school grade level needed to understand the text. Grade 8 = roughly 13-14 years old.
Why aim for lower grade levels?
Lower grade = wider audience. Most professional copy aims for grade 7-9 unless writing for specialists.