Add reading position indicator on page top.
Alternatives to ReadBar – Smart Reading Time & Dynamic Progress Bar
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Relevant replacements
WordPress plugins with similar use cases
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Estimated reading time with a progress bar and live countdown. Fast, lightweight and accurate — works with page builders and caching.
Modern role editor, multiple roles, content control and smart role rules for WordPress.
Reliable WordPress email delivery with multiple providers, two connections, Return Path, Reply-To and visual AND/OR routing.
Idara Reading Timev1.0.1
Show estimated reading time with an optional scroll progress bar. A lightweight, FSE-ready Gutenberg block that loads only where used.
Elysian Readerv1.0.0
Display a customizable reading progress bar and reading time with an optional floating widget. Lightweight, responsive, and built without jQuery.
Show a reading time badge and a scroll progress bar on your posts and pages — fully customizable from the admin panel.
ReadMetricv1.0.0
Automatically calculates and displays estimated reading time for posts, pages, and custom post types.
Sam Reading Timev2.5
Display estimated reading time for your posts using a clean shortcode. Includes a lightweight settings panel under the "Posts" menu.
WP Reading Progressv1.7.0
Light weight fully customizable reading progress bar. Sticks to top, bottom or sticky menu, with fallback for small screens. Includes ert (beta).