IELTS on computer vs. PTE-A

IELTS and PTE are English proficiency tests, but IELTS is trusted and accepted by more countries and universities than PTE Academic. That makes IELTS the obvious choice for test takers worldwide.

In 2023, IELTS launched IELTS One Skill Retake across the world. People can retake one part of the IELTS test without redoing the other three skills. With PTE, test takers must book, pay and sit a full test, risking missing out on scores again.

What are the differences between IELTS and PTE-A?

We know you want to get the best possible test to demonstrate your language skills. Also, you want to get the scores you need for your visa or study.

Let’s have a look at the differences between IELTS and PTE-A.

In short, the main difference between IELTS and PTE is that IELTS offers a choice between paper and computer. The PTE test is all computer-based and marked by a machine that can be biased. With IELTS, the speaking part takes the form of a face-to-face talk with an examiner, but with PTE, you speak to the computer.