Auditory Reaction Time Test
Tap the instant you hear the beep. Your score is the average of 5 tries.
Tap to start
| Rating | 5-try average | |
|---|---|---|
| S | < 180ms | Lightning reflexes |
| A | 180–210ms | Fast — top tier |
| B | 210–240ms | Around average |
| C | 240–270ms | Below average |
| D | ≥ 270ms | Focus up first |
How this test works
After you tap to start, a beep plays after a random delay (1.5-4 seconds). Tap the instant you hear it — we measure the milliseconds from the beep to your tap, and rate the average of 5 tries. Tapping before the beep is a false start and repeats the try.
Simple auditory reactions are usually a touch faster than visual ones. Try our visual reaction time test too and see which is faster for you.
How to get faster
- Don't watch the screen — focus purely on listening (closing your eyes is fine)
- Set your speaker or headphone volume to a comfortable, clear level
- Bluetooth headphones can add audio latency — wired headphones or your device's built-in speaker measure more accurately
Want to measure visual reaction too?
Try our reaction time test (visual) or Stroop test. MIKIRI has seven free games — read-ahead reaction (NEXT), eye tracking (FOLLOW) — each with a global top-100 leaderboard.
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FAQ
- What's the average auditory reaction time?
- Online tests (device latency included) typically run around 150-200ms, and auditory reactions tend to be a touch faster than visual ones on average.
- Is auditory usually faster than visual?
- For most people, yes, slightly — though it varies. Try both tests and compare your own numbers.
- Does a Bluetooth headset put me at a disadvantage?
- Yes. Bluetooth can add tens of milliseconds of audio latency. For a fair comparison, use wired headphones or your device's built-in speaker.
- Is this test free?
- Completely free, no account needed. Works in any modern browser on phone or desktop.