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AlfaPTE vs IELTS Online Tests
AlfaPTE leads on 0 checks, IELTS Online Tests on 0, and 6 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAlfaPTE · 7.3/10
- Free planboth
AlfaPTE scores higher on our rubric for language test prep apps: 7.3 against 7.2 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.
AlfaPTE is the better fit for broad PTE practice with personalized analytics. IELTS Online Tests is the better fit for free IELTS practice with optional courses.
- AlfaPTE fits best
Broad PTE practice with personalized analytics
- IELTS Online Tests fits best
Free IELTS practice with optional courses
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Side by side
| Feature | AlfaPTE 7.3/10 Visit ↗ | IELTS Online Tests 7.2/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 7.3 | 7.2 |
| Ranking | #7 in Language Test Prep Apps | #8 in Language Test Prep Apps |
| Best for | Broad PTE practice with personalized analytics | Free IELTS practice with optional courses |
| Pricing model | Free plan + paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | Not published | Not published |
| Free plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Mobile | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, iOS, Android | Web |
| Support | Email, Live chat | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features AlfaPTE 5/5 · IELTS Online Tests 5/5 | ||
| Mock tests | ✓ | ✓ |
| Speaking practice | ✓ | ✓ |
| Writing feedback | ✓ | ✓ |
| Score tracking | ✓ | ✓ |
| Study plan | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Supported exams | PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI, PTE Core, PTE Home | IELTS Academic; IELTS General Training |
| Supported platforms | web, iOS, Android | web |
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| Our verdict | AlfaPTE is an online and mobile preparation platform for PTE Academic, PTE Academic UKVI, PTE Core, and PTE Home. It is designed for students and other test takers preparing for English-language study, work, immigration, or visa… Read the review → |
IELTS Online Tests is a web-based preparation platform for students targeting either IELTS Academic or IELTS General Training. Its free offering centers on online mock tests across listening, reading, writing, and speaking, with automatic… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
AlfaPTE — where it wins
- Covers four PTE variants across web, iOS, and Android
- Includes AI scoring, analytics, and personalized study plans
- Offers full, sectional, timed, and custom mock tests
Where it doesn't
- Free access limits AI scoring and mock-test availability
- Premium plans are separated by fixed access durations
- The free tier includes limited templates
IELTS Online Tests — where it wins
- Free mock tests cover listening, reading, writing, and speaking
- AI evaluates writing and speaking with targeted feedback
- Tracks average band scores, study time, and progress
Where it doesn't
- Web-only access excludes dedicated mobile and desktop apps
- Paid self-study packages start at $34.99 one time
- Advanced preparation features require choosing among several packages
- AlfaPTE7.3/10 · Free plan
Broad PTE preparation with AI scoring, mock tests, analytics, and study plans.
Visit AlfaPTEFull verdict → - IELTS Online Tests7.2/10 · Free plan · paid from $34.99
A free-first IELTS platform with mock tests, AI feedback, courses, and optional coaching.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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