IELTS or TOEFL - Which one is easier?

If you have the option to take both the IELTS and the TOEFL, it seems difficult to decide and you may wonder: Which is easier? I studied for both the IELTS and the TOEFL and finally took the TOEFL Home Edition. During my preparation I realized that the two tests differ greatly in some respects and that there is a definite answer to this question! I'm going to talk about the reading, listening, speaking and writing sections of both tests and tell you

- Where the two tests differ
- In which case you should not take one of the tests
- What you need to do before deciding for one

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GUIDE

A short guide to help you with your decision.
For the brave: If you like being challenged and want to learn something new always choose the opposite ;)

1) READING

I found the reading section of the TOEFL harder than that of the IELTS.

MY TIP:
If you struggle with complex texts or if you are a slower reader, choose the IELTS.
If you don't have problems with long and complex texts, you can choose the TOEFL or the IELTS.

2) LISTENING

In the TOEFL you first listen to the audio and then you answer multiple choice questions.
In the IELTS you answer multiple responses style questions and you need to write down words while listening.

MY TIP:
If you have difficulties in understanding English words or spelling, choose the TOEFL.
If you are good in spelling and a quick writer, you can choose the IELTS or the TOEFL.

3) SPEAKING

In the TOEFL you speak into a microphone and not to a real person. This is more like giving a presentation. In the IELTS you talk to a real person.

MY TIP:
If you prefer presenting things, choose the TOEFL.
If you prefer natural conversations, choose the IELTS.

4) WRITING

In the TOEFL there are two writing tasks:
1. You listen to a lecture and you read an article. You then have to write a text where you combine the information.
2. You have to write an essay that is pretty much freestyle.

In the IELTS there are also two writing tasks:
1. You need to describe a chart, map, or something else.
2. You have to write an argumentative essay.

MY TIP:
If you are familiar with describing charts etc. and if you like writing argumentative essays, choose the IELTS.
If you are not used to this, choose the TOEFL because you only have to memorize one structure (for task 1) and the rest is pretty much freestyle.

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0:00 - IELTS or TOEFL?
01:07 - Reading: IELTS vs TOEFL
02:38 - Listening: IELTS vs TOEFL
04:06 - Speaking: IELTS vs TOEFL
05:12 - Writing: IELTS vs TOEFL

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Disclaimer - My advice on this channel is based on my personal experience taking the TOEFL. I do not guarantee TOEFL scores. My aim is to present information as accurately as possible, but mistakes may occur.

I believe that education is the key to achieving your goals. I am proud to help students all over the world.

[juva]

Which test do you choose: IELTS or TOEFL?

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0:00 - IELTS or TOEFL?
01:07 - Reading: IELTS vs TOEFL
02:38 - Listening: IELTS vs TOEFL
04:06 - Speaking: IELTS vs TOEFL
05:12 - Writing: IELTS vs TOEFL

[mohammadhamyda]

You have the clearest pronunciation I have ever heard, thanks 🌹

[MuhammadFarasatAbbasJafary]

According to your analysis I found TOFEL a lot more easier than IELTS except the reading section. Thank you for giving the detailed comparison between the both tests.

[amnaaa_]

The TOEFL speaking section is the worst... because replying to someone in front of you just like in an interview is SO MUCH EASIER...

[salehi]

After several researches I was still wondering which one should I go for, You made me finally decide to go for the TOEFL test. Thanks dear.

[islemsmiai]

Thank you so much I was going to prepare for the TOFEL while the IELTS seems more helpful for me.
Fortunately I didn't decide yet thank you so much ❤

[ALR]

Thank you so much Dr.Juva.
Based on your explanation, I would say TOFEL is much easier than IELTS for me.

[nazarioff]

For me who still learning english, i can easily understand about your pronounciation bcs it is so clearly to heard. Thanks Juva, I always waiting for your new video

[sven]

From all you have said, i will definitely go for TOEFL EXAM. Thanks this for the detailed analysis

[SagazHero]

Thank you very much.
You helped me choose Toefl because training to write about myself will also help for a job interview.
Best regards from Brazil.

[ashteyduski]

Much appreciated of your clear explanation

[rabeyaakter]

Thank you so much for this video. It was very helpful for me.

[viajaconferpa]

The best video I’ve ever seen 🤗🇬🇧 congrats 🎉

[almoatasembellahshaqfa]

Thank you so much. It was really helpful. Thorough, precise, and to the point.

[harikam]

Great video to understand better about both and decide 👍

[akki]

thank you for sharing detailed experiences in both tests.

[cryptoin]

from my experience I can happily declare that toefl is tougher than ielts....

[rezafisip]

Thank you so much for the enlightment... Iam so dissapointed that I had taken the Official IELTS, , Iam so tired to learn many materials for the IELTS. It was so confusing to me to learn many kinds of the task on the listening, writing, and reading. As soon As possible, I will take the TOEFL Ibt after I have watched your videos. Thank you so much for the informations

[koneko]

Very clear explanation and comparison, thank you!

[camilapicardo]

Thank you Juva!! This video made me realize that the IELTS was way better for me. I found every single part of the test sooo much easier! Particularly Speaking which was my main concern in the TOEFL. I received my results a couple of days ago and I got a band 8!! ☺️☺️ Thank you for your videos, they have been really important in my preparation