Playlist Duration Calculator
Calculate the total duration of your YouTube playlist based on video count and average length. Plan content for regular playlists or 24/7 streaming loops.
Playlist Settings
Playlist Duration
24/7 Loop Stats
Good for music/ambient streams. Consider 4+ hours for variety content.
Recommended Playlist Lengths by Content Type
| Content Type | Min Duration | Recommended | Ideal for 24/7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofi / Chill Music | 2 hours | 4-6 hours | 6-8 hours |
| Ambient / Nature Sounds | 2 hours | 3-4 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Gaming Compilations | 3 hours | 4-8 hours | 8-12 hours |
| ASMR / Relaxation | 2 hours | 3-5 hours | 5-8 hours |
| Educational / Tutorials | 4 hours | 6-10 hours | 10+ hours |
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For regular playlists, 10-20 videos totaling 1-3 hours works well for viewer retention. For 24/7 streaming loops, aim for 2-4 hours minimum to avoid repetitive content feeling stale to returning viewers.
For 24/7 lofi or ambient streams, 3-6 hours of unique content is recommended. This ensures viewers who stay for extended periods experience variety before the loop repeats.
Yes. Longer watch sessions signal quality content to YouTube. Well-organized playlists that keep viewers watching boost your channel in recommendations. Aim for playlists that encourage binge-watching.
Technically you can loop a single video, but for better viewer experience: 2-4 hours minimum for music/ambient, 4-8 hours for gaming compilations, and 8+ hours for educational content to maintain freshness.
Yes, but consistency helps. For music playlists, similar length tracks (3-5 min) work best. For tutorials, group by complexity. For 24/7 streams, longer individual videos (30-60 min) reduce loop transition frequency.