Reaction Speed Test

How fast are your reflexes? Wait for green, then react. Use your mouse, finger or any key.

What this does

This reaction speed test measures how quickly you respond to something you see. The box turns red, then after a random wait it flashes green, and you react as fast as you can with a click, a tap or any key. After five rounds you get your average and best time in milliseconds, a rating, and a personal best saved on your device for each kind of input.

How to play

  1. Click the box or press any key to start.
  2. Wait while it's red. Reacting too soon doesn't count, so you'll repeat the round.
  3. When it turns green, click, tap or press a key as fast as you can. Press Esc to start over.

FAQ

What is a good reaction time?

Most people react to a visual signal in about 250 to 300 milliseconds. Under 200 ms is excellent, and trained gamers and athletes are often around 150 to 200 ms.

Is a keyboard faster than a mouse?

Often slightly, because a key press is a smaller movement than a click, but it depends on you and your hardware. The test keeps a separate best score for mouse, touch and keyboard so you can compare.

Does my screen affect the result?

Yes, a little. Your screen, mouse and keyboard add a few milliseconds each. A fast-refresh gaming monitor and a wired mouse or keyboard give the quickest results.