Monkeytype Alternatives Worth Trying

Monkeytype is excellent. It's clean, it's fast, and it does exactly what it promises: let you test your typing speed on random words. If it works for you, there's no reason to switch.

But it's not the only option. Depending on what you're looking for, something else might fit better.

Keybr

Keybr takes a different approach. Instead of testing your speed on random words, it teaches you to type properly through adaptive exercises.

The algorithm figures out which keys give you trouble and emphasizes those in your practice. If you keep messing up the letter "y," you'll see more words with "y" until you improve.

It's best for beginners who are learning touch typing or anyone who wants to fix specific weak points. The downside is that it feels more like practice than fun — no racing, no leaderboards, just drills.

TypeRacer

If you want competition, TypeRacer is the opposite of Monkeytype's zen minimalism. You race against other people in real-time, typing quotes from books and movies.

It's motivating if competition drives you. The quotes are more interesting than random words — you're typing actual sentences instead of disconnected vocabulary. The interface looks dated, but it's functional.

Best for people who get bored practicing alone and need the pressure of competition.

10FastFingers

10FastFingers has been around forever. It's simple: type as many random words as you can in 60 seconds. There's a multiplayer mode and tournaments if you want competition.

The main draw is the community. It has active leaderboards and regular competitions. It also supports a lot of languages, which matters if you don't type in English.

The interface is older and cluttered with ads unless you pay, but it gets the job done.

TypingFlo

I'll be honest — this is our site, so I'm biased. But we built it because we wanted something different.

Instead of random words, you type along with video content. The idea is that practice feels less tedious when you're engaged with something you'd actually watch. Think of it like typing karaoke.

It's best for people who find regular typing tests boring and want practice that feels more like entertainment. It's not better for pure speed testing — Monkeytype or TypeRacer are better for that.

What Should You Use?

If you just want to test your speed: Monkeytype or 10FastFingers.

If you want to learn or improve fundamentals: Keybr.

If you want competition: TypeRacer.

If you find typing practice boring: Try TypingFlo or anything with more engaging content.

There's no single best option. Most people who care about typing end up using a few different tools depending on what they're in the mood for. The important thing is practicing regularly, not which website you use to do it.