A page can vary a lot depending on font size, spacing, and document format. A double-spaced page is often around 250 words, while a single-spaced page is often closer to 500 words.
Use the word counter when you need an exact result instead of relying on averages. It is especially useful for essays, reports, and application writing where limits matter.
If you are planning a draft by page count, it helps to check both words and paragraphs so the final document feels balanced and readable.