Chile Spiciness Calculator

Ever wondered just how spicy that jalapeño really is? Or where your favorite chile lands on the heat scale? This is the tool for you.

With the Chile Spiciness Calculator, all you have to do is select a chile from the dropdown, and you’ll instantly see its Scoville Heat Units (SHU)—aka how spicy it is. But that’s not all. You’ll also get a visual comparison showing where it ranks next to other peppers, from the mild bell pepper to the fiery Carolina Reaper.

Whether you’re a home cook, a spice lover, or just curious about heat levels, this tool will help you understand and appreciate the world of chiles in a whole new way.