Ever hit record and realized your video was way too long—or worse, way too short? 😬 A well-planned script can save you time editing and keep your audience engaged from start to finish.
That’s where our YouTube Script Length Calculator comes in! Just paste your script, and we’ll estimate your video length based on how fast you speak.
Think of it like a GPS for your video script—it helps you plan the perfect route so you don’t go too fast or too slow.
Script Analysis Tool
Estimated Video Length
How to Use the YouTube Script Length Calculator
Using this tool is super easy:
1️⃣ Paste or type your script into the text box.
2️⃣ Instantly see your word count and character count.
3️⃣ Get a video duration estimate based on your speaking speed:
- 🐢 Slow (120 words per minute) – Great for deep dives, storytelling, or educational content.
- 🚶 Normal (150 words per minute) – The average pace for most YouTubers.
- ⚡ Fast (180 words per minute) – Ideal for high-energy content, news-style videos, or fast-talking creators.
🔹 Example: A 900-word script would be:
- 7 min 30 sec if spoken slowly
- 6 min at a normal pace
- 5 min if spoken quickly
This way, you know exactly how long your video will be before you even hit record! 🎥
How Long Should a YouTube Video Be?
The ideal length depends on your content type and audience. Here’s a quick guide:
- 🎵 YouTube Shorts – 15-60 seconds (quick, punchy content)
- 📚 Explainers & How-To Videos – 3-5 minutes (get to the point fast!)
- 🛠 Tutorials & Product Reviews – 7-15 minutes (enough time to show details)
- 🎤 Vlogs & Podcasts – 15-30+ minutes (for deep conversations)
- 🎬 Educational & Documentary Videos – 10-45 minutes (long-form storytelling)
Pro Tip: YouTube values watch time, so focus on engagement over length. A short, high-retention video can outperform a long one that people abandon halfway through.
FAQs (You Might Be Wondering…)
❓ How does the tool calculate video length?
It uses common speaking speeds (120, 150, and 180 words per minute) to estimate the duration of your video.
❓ What if I speak slower or faster?
Everyone’s speaking style is different! Try reading a passage of your script out loud and timing yourself to find your personal WPM.
❓ Do longer videos perform better?
Not always! A well-scripted, engaging 6-minute video can outperform a 20-minute one if viewers stay engaged. Quality over length!