RimWorld Research Speed Calculator — Days to Unlock (1.6 & Odyssey)

Use the RimWorld research speed calculator to estimate how long any research project takes. Pick a project, add research benches, traits and researchers — built for the current 1.6 / Odyssey version.

Research Speed Calculator

Research project

Research bench (basic) (+15%) Research bench (advanced) (+30%) Multi-analyzer (+20%) Too Smart trait (+40%) Fast Learner trait (+40%) Tech-savvy background (+10%) Exoskeleton / archotech spine (+50%) Psychic (research focus) (+10%)

Researchers

Research speed: —%

Estimated time: —

Community-consensus baseline for RimWorld 1.6. One researcher produces ~1 point/day at 100% speed. Actual speed also depends on light, work time and inspiration.

How to Research Faster

Stack bench bonuses (advanced bench + multi-analyzer), assign a Too Smart / Fast Learner pawn, and keep the lab lit and clean. Each researcher doubles throughput, so two pawns finish roughly twice as fast.

RimWorld Research FAQ

What should I research first?

Electricity, then Batteries and Solar Panels. Microelectronics opens the mid-game tech tree.

Does the multi-analyzer help?

Yes — it adds a flat research-speed bonus on top of the advanced bench, one of the best returns on investment.

Assign the right pawns with the Pawn Planner.