Typing vs Dictation Speed Challenge
How much faster can you dictate than type? Take the challenge: type a passage, then dictate it, and see the difference in real time.
Round 1 — Typing
Type the text below as fast and accurately as you can. The timer starts when you type.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the Typing vs Dictation test work?
You complete two rounds: first you type a passage for 60 seconds, then you dictate the same passage using your microphone. The tool compares your typing speed (WPM) with your dictation speed and shows you the difference.
Is this tool really free?
Yes, 100% free with no registration required. The speech recognition runs in your browser using the Web Speech API — no data is sent to our servers.
Which browsers are supported?
Chrome, Edge, and Safari support the Web Speech API for voice recognition. Firefox has limited support. For the best experience, we recommend Google Chrome.
How is accuracy measured?
We compare each word you typed or dictated against the original passage using a word-level diff algorithm. Accuracy is the percentage of correct words over the total expected words.
What is the average typing speed vs dictation speed?
The average person types 38–40 words per minute (WPM). Most people speak at 120–150 WPM. That means dictation is typically 3x faster than typing — a finding confirmed by Stanford research.
How can I improve my dictation speed?
Practice speaking clearly and at a natural pace. Use a good quality microphone and minimize background noise. Professional dictation software like Weesper Neon Flow can deliver 99%+ accuracy with offline processing.