{"id":4716,"date":"2019-02-13T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2019-02-12T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/blog\/differences-ielts-toefl\/"},"modified":"2021-10-13T15:58:56","modified_gmt":"2021-10-13T13:58:56","slug":"differences-ielts-toefl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/differences-ielts-toefl\/","title":{"rendered":"TOEFL vs IELTS: What Are The Differences Between The Tests?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0);background-position: center center;background-repeat: no-repeat;border-width: 0px 0px 0px 0px;border-color:#eae9e9;border-style:solid;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start\" style=\"max-width:calc( 1400px + 0px );margin-left: calc(-0px \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-0px \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\" style=\"background-position:left top;background-repeat:no-repeat;-webkit-background-size:cover;-moz-background-size:cover;-o-background-size:cover;background-size:cover;padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px;\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p>There are numerous variations of these tests; however, <strong>the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)<\/strong> and <strong>International English Language Test System (IELTS)<\/strong> are the two major players. Both IELTS and TOEFL are well-known, reliable and valid tests. In this post, you are going to learn more about these two language tests :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The <strong>structure<\/strong> and the pattern of both tests;<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>differences<\/strong> between TOEFL and IELTS;<\/li>\n<li>Which one you should choose;<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>sample<\/strong> of the IELTS &amp; TOEFL listening exercises;<\/li>\n<li>The <strong>preparation<\/strong> we offer at GlobalExam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ready to become an English master and smash the exams? <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/en\/exam\/ielts\">Study the IELTS test online<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/en\/exam\/toefl-ibt\">prepare for the TOEFL online.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s go!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-body .fusion-builder-column-0{width:100% !important;margin-top : 0px;margin-bottom : 0px;}.fusion-builder-column-0 > .fusion-column-wrapper {padding-top : 0px !important;padding-right : 0px !important;margin-right : 0px;padding-bottom : 0px 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class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><h2>All the Information You Need to Know about the IELTS Exam<\/h2>\n<p>The IELTS is an English language test that measures how well you can read, write, listen to and speak English.<\/p>\n<p>It is used for educational, immigration and occupational purposes. More than 10,000 institutions in dozens of countries around the globe accept it. Even though IELTS is based on British style English, test takers can use either British or US spellings in their answers. There are <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/ielts-general-or-ielts-academic\/\">two versions of the test: Academic and General Training.<\/a><\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-4716-_jhrdzt7rz6bq\"><\/a>What\u2019s on the IELTS exam?<\/h3>\n<p>There are four sections: <strong>Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking<\/strong>. The Listening and Speaking sections are the same for both tests.<\/p>\n<p>The content of the Reading and Writing sections differs, depending on which test you take. For example, you write an academic essay for the Academic version, but you write a business style letter for the General Training version. The Listening, Reading and Writing sections of both versions of the IELTS test are completed on the same day. There are no breaks.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, the Speaking section can be taken up to a week before or after the other tests. This section consists of a face-to-face interview with an examiner.<\/p>\n<p>The interview is recorded. This section lasts 20 minutes max. The total test time is 2 hours and 45 minutes.<\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-54291\" src=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/compare-toefl-and-ielts-before-registering-take-t.jpeg\" alt=\"man reading a book in a library\" width=\"400\" height=\"266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/compare-toefl-and-ielts-before-registering-take-t-200x133.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/compare-toefl-and-ielts-before-registering-take-t-300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/compare-toefl-and-ielts-before-registering-take-t-400x266.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/compare-toefl-and-ielts-before-registering-take-t-600x399.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/compare-toefl-and-ielts-before-registering-take-t-768x511.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/compare-toefl-and-ielts-before-registering-take-t-800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/compare-toefl-and-ielts-before-registering-take-t.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>All the Information You Need to Know about the TOEFL Exam<\/h2>\n<p>We&rsquo;re going to answer <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/toefl-introduction\/\">all the TOEFL questions<\/a> you have and give you useful <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/toefl-tips-the-best-strategies-to-improve-your-exam-skills\/\">TOEFL tips for improving your score<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>First and foremost, the TOEFL assesses your ability to communicate in English in academic, classroom-based settings. It is an American owned test.<\/p>\n<p>Hence, <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/toefl-studying-abroad-usa\/\">students seeking admission to US schools<\/a> tend to take it. It uses American spellings and vocabulary; however, you are not penalized for sounding British in the speaking sections or using British spellings in the writing section. <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/why-does-the-toefl-exam-matter-so-much\/\">The TOEFL is an important test<\/a> since more than 8,500 institutions in dozens of countries around the globe accept it.<\/p>\n<p>If you&rsquo;re interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/toefl-registration-what-is-the-process\/\">registering for the TOEFL<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/toefl-test-center-how-to-find-the-nearest-exam-locations\/\">choosing your TOEFL test center<\/a>, we have created step-by-step guides on our blog.<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-4716-_i547hhiubxl5\"><\/a>What\u2019s on the TOEFL exam?<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/what-is-toefl-ibt-test\/\">The TOEFL test&rsquo;s pattern and structure<\/a> is rather basic and does not differ much from the other tests. There are four sections: <strong>Listening<\/strong>, <strong>Reading<\/strong>, <strong>Writing <\/strong>and <strong>Speaking<\/strong>. The overall test takes four hours to complete. You perform tasks that combine your English communication skills.<\/p>\n<p>You will read, listen and then speak in response to a question. The reading and listening sections come first.<\/p>\n<p>Then there is a short break of ten minutes. Next, the speaking and writing sections follow. The entire test is computer-based.<\/p>\n<h2>What Are the Differences Between the IELTS and TOEFL Tests?<\/h2>\n<p>Aside from the different spelling and vocabulary, <strong>TOEFL questions are mostly multiple choice<\/strong>, while <strong>IELTS requires test takers to respond to a range of different question types such as short answer, gap-filling and short essay tasks<\/strong>. Moreover, the <strong>IELTS exam is quite a bit shorter than the TOEFL IBT exam<\/strong>: 2 hours and 40 minutes as compared to four hours to complete, respectively.<\/p>\n<p>Both of them have a speaking section, the IELTS speaking test is taken face-to-face with an examiner. In the TOEFL exam, there are no physical people to evaluate this section.<\/p>\n<p>Your responses are recorded, and then they are assessed. The IELTS exam features English speakers with different accents. TOEFL test only targets speakers with American accents.<\/p>\n<p>For the writing sections, the TOEFL exam is typed as opposed to the written responses of the IELTS exam. Both tests require the completion of two tasks. The TOEFL essay is somewhat longer: over 300 words while the IELTS is 250 words.<\/p>\n<p>Tests vary quite significantly in their listening components. The TOEFL listening test is between 40-60 minutes long, and involves you listening to excerpts from university lectures or conversations on a university campus.<\/p>\n<p>You have to take notes as you listen, and then answer a series of multiple choice questions. For the IELTS listening test, students can answer questions as they listen to the recordings. Test takers will respond to a number of different question types.<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-4716-_zehbgtayh3k9\"><\/a>TOEFL\/IELTS Conversion, Score and CEFR Equivalence<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/what-is-a-good-toefl-score\/\">The TOEFL score and the grading system<\/a> is absolutly different from the IELTS&rsquo; grading system. <strong>TOEFL score uses a single grade that is out of 120 points<\/strong>. <strong>IELTS is graded on a band system. The bands are from 1-9<\/strong> with the overall IELTS scores being an average of your separate test scores in all four sections. Your overall score will be rounded-off to the nearest half-band.<\/p>\n\n<table id=\"tablepress-2481\" class=\"tablepress tablepress-id-2481\">\n<thead>\n<tr class=\"row-1 odd\">\n\t<th class=\"column-1\"><strong><center>TOEFL<\/center><\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-2\"><strong><center>IELTS<\/center><\/strong><\/th><th class=\"column-3\"><strong><center>CEFR Level<\/center><\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"row-hover\">\n<tr class=\"row-2 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><center>0-17<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><center>A1 (beginner)<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-3 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><center>18-55<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><center>0-4<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><center>A2 (elementary)<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-4 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><center>56-86<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><center>4.5-5<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><center>B1 (intermediary)<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-5 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><center>87-109<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><center>5.5-6.5<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><center>B2 (upper intermediary)<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-6 even\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><center>110-120<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><center>7-8<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><center>C1 (advanced)<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"row-7 odd\">\n\t<td class=\"column-1\"><center>-<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-2\"><center>8-9<\/center><\/td><td class=\"column-3\"><center>C2 (Expert)<\/center><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<!-- #tablepress-2481 from cache -->\n<p>You can also take a look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/cambridge-ielts-what-is-the-difference-and-which-one-to-choose\/\">differences between the Cambridge tests and the IELTS,<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/whats-the-difference-between-celpip-and-ielts\/\">CELPIP vs IELTS<\/a> or even <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/which-test-should-i-choose-between-the-ielts-and-the-toeic-test\/\">TOEIC vs IELTS tests.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Which Test Between TOEFL and IELTS Should You Choose?<\/h2>\n<p>Although both tests have excellent reputations and are widely accepted, they do have differences in their approaches, structure and content. Consequently, you should think carefully about which one you\u2019ll choose to take.<\/p>\n<p>First of all, both TOEFL and IELTS test every aspect of the language.<\/p>\n<p><strong>TOEFL<\/strong> :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The speaking part consists of listening to a vocal recording on the computer;<\/li>\n<li>The writing part consists of answering questions on a computer;<\/li>\n<li><strong>4<\/strong> tests for the <strong>4<\/strong> parts (speaking, writing, listening, reading);<\/li>\n<li><strong>3-hour<\/strong> long;<\/li>\n<li><strong>120<\/strong>-point rating;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Average<\/strong> difficulty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>IELTS<\/strong> :<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>The speaking part is done with an examinator;<\/li>\n<li>The writing part is done on a sheet with an analysis of documents;<\/li>\n<li><strong>1<\/strong> test for the <strong>4<\/strong> parts;<\/li>\n<li><strong>2 hours and 245min<\/strong>;<\/li>\n<li><strong>0-to-9<\/strong>-point rating;<\/li>\n<li><strong>High<\/strong> difficulty.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Check what your institution or employer requires. Then decide which one to take.<\/p>\n<p>If you&rsquo;re still not sure about which test to choose, you could try taking a look at other tests, such as TOEIC and the <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/difference-toeic-toefl-ibt\/\">differences between TOEIC vs TOEFL tests.<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-54292\" src=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/go-study-abroad-with-an-ielts-or-toefl-.jpeg\" alt=\"a family outside using their computers\" width=\"400\" height=\"267\" srcset=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/go-study-abroad-with-an-ielts-or-toefl--200x133.jpeg 200w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/go-study-abroad-with-an-ielts-or-toefl--300x200.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/go-study-abroad-with-an-ielts-or-toefl--400x267.jpeg 400w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/go-study-abroad-with-an-ielts-or-toefl--600x400.jpeg 600w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/go-study-abroad-with-an-ielts-or-toefl--768x512.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/go-study-abroad-with-an-ielts-or-toefl--800x533.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/go-study-abroad-with-an-ielts-or-toefl-.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>Sample TOEFL\/IELTS exam Listening Section exercises<\/h2>\n<p>Below we will see how the questions vary between the two tests, although they belong to the same section, in this case the Listening.<\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-4716-_33zfym752s6w\"><\/a>Listening Part 1 IELTS General<\/h3>\n<p>Here is an example of Listening Part 1 \u201cShort Conversation\u201d of the IELTS General taken from the GlobalExam platform.<\/p>\n<p>For this exercise you will hear a recording of about 5 minutes, then you will need to answer 10 comprehension questions. Here\u2019s a part of the audio <strong>transcript<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><em>\u201c [&#8230;] M \u2013 Which course are you interested in?<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>W \u2013 Well, I\u2019m not sure which one is suitable for me at the moment. <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>M \u2013 Well\u2026 We\u2019ve got the three-day introductory course if it\u2019s your first time?<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>W \u2013 Yes, I\u2019ve never done this before.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>M \u2013 There\u2019s also the 1-week beginners course which is also very popular. I\u2019d really recommend that one. Then there\u2019s the full survival total immersion course which takes 1 month depending on weather conditions. Ah, I\u2019ve found your email&#8230; You mention that you\u2019re looking for a 1-week course so the beginner\u2019s course would suit you fine.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>W \u2013 Yes, I might try the beginner\u2019s course then. It depends on the cost though. How much is it?<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>M \u2013 The three-day introductory course is $135 and the beginner\u2019s course, which is what you\u2019d be most suitable for, is $245 but if you pay today, I\u2019ll give it to you for $225. Then there\u2019s the full immersion course, which is $1850. That\u2019s for people who want to get a recognised qualification.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>W \u2013 Right, yeah, it\u2019ll have to be a one-week course at the moment because I\u2019m on a tight budget. I\u2019ll pay today to get the discount too. [&#8230;]\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>Question 1: <\/strong>How much will the woman pay for her course?<\/p>\n<p><em>A. $135<\/em><br \/>\n<em>B. $225<\/em><br \/>\n<em>C. $245<\/em><\/p>\n<h3><a id=\"post-4716-_gkgaykwkx7fq\"><\/a>Listening Part 1 TOEFL<\/h3>\n<p>For this exercise you will then need to respond to 6 questions about the audio.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p><em>\u201cStudent &#8211; Hi Mr. Appleblum. Can we fix a meeting for next week?<br \/>\nProfessor &#8211; Oh, what\u2019s happening Judy? Is everything OK?<br \/>\nStudent &#8211; I&rsquo;d like to speak to you about something in private, if that\u2019s OK.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Professor &#8211; Well, yes, but the thing is I\u2019m out of town all next week because I\u2019m giving a conference in New Haven.<br \/>\nStudent &#8211; Oh, OK. And the week after?<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>Professor &#8211; That\u2019s OK for me. Um, any day of the week between 3 and 6 pm. These are my office hours.<br \/>\nStudent &#8211; Is Wednesday OK? The day after I\u2019m going on a trip to New York.<br \/>\nProfessor &#8211; Oh yeah! That sounds very good. Well, OK for Wednesday, then. I hope that whatever problem you have can wait until then. [&#8230;]\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p><strong>Question 1<\/strong>: What is the student speaking about with the professor?<\/p>\n<p><em>A. Her trip to New Haven.<\/em><br \/>\n<em>B. Her new book.<\/em><br \/>\n<em>C. Her wish to go to New York.<\/em><br \/>\n<em>D. Her wish to fix a meeting with him.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>On GlobalExam you can find countless of other similar exercises as well as the <a href=\"https:\/\/global-exam.com\/blog\/en\/resources-toefl-ibt-training\/\">best resources for your TOEFL IBT training<\/a> routine.<\/p>\n<h2><a id=\"post-4716-_7zrolgs6ocvb\"><\/a>Online IELTS and TOEFL Preparation with GlobalExam<\/h2>\n<p>GlobalExam is a platform dedicated to online training for language proficiency tests, such as the IELTS and the TOEFL. It allows you to train in real exam conditions, thanks to a timer for each exercise, and content produced by experts in language tests. 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