Free Writing Tool
IELTS Writing Timer
& Word Counter
Practice under real exam conditions. Live word count, paced countdown timer, and words-per-minute tracking — for both Task 1 (20 min / 150 words) and Task 2 (40 min / 250 words).
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Target: ≥7 wpm
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Tip: Paste a previous essay to count words, or type live under timed conditions for realistic exam practice.
Exam Time Targets
- 2 minTask 1 planning— Identify trends / key data
- 15 minTask 1 writing— 150–180 words
- 3 minTask 1 review— Check grammar & facts
- 5 minTask 2 planning— Outline 4 paragraphs
- 32 minTask 2 writing— 270–320 words
- 3 minTask 2 review— Fix errors, check conclusion
Word Count by Band
- Band 9T1: 175–220T2: 280–320
- Band 7–8T1: 160–180T2: 265–300
- Band 6T1: 155–170T2: 255–280
- Band 5T1: 150–160T2: 250–260
- Under minT1: <150T2: <250
Word counts alone don't determine band — but they're a strong indicator of idea development.
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