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IELTS or PTE: Which Test is Comparatively Easier?

IELTS and PTE (Pearson Test Of English) both are the widely-accepted standardized tests measuring individuals' English language proficiency. However, nowadays, it is a widely asked question- "IELTS or PTE: Which Test is Comparatively Easier?". Well, first you should understand, both are the examination and both have same intention to measure your skill in English language.

Differences between IELTS and PTE (Pearson Test Of English)

In terms of measuring individual's skill in English language, both tests are structurally bit similar. However, for a better understand, here are some key differences between PTE and IELTS.

Main noticeable difference between IELTS and PTE is that PTE is a computer-based test (no human interaction), while ELTS is a paper-based test. Hence, if you are more comfortable with computers than humans, obviously PTE is easier for you than that of IELTS. For IELTS, in speaking section, there will always be an examiner who will ask you question and you have to answer based on the asked questions. Even in writing section, there will be a writing examiner to assess your skill in writing. While, in PTE, all assessment is done by computer based software.

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