1. Both IELTS and TOEFL are English language proficiency tests, but they are designed for different purposes.
2. IELTS is mainly used for academic and immigration purposes, while TOEFL is mainly used for academic and professional purposes.
3. IELTS is offered in two formats: Academic and General Training. TOEFL is offered in one format, with some variations for different countries.
4. IELTS tests both writing and speaking skills, while TOEFL only tests writing and listening skills.
5. IELTS scores range from 1-9, with 9 being the highest level of proficiency. TOEFL scores range from 0-120, with 120 being the highest level of proficiency.
6.. IELTS test centers are available in over 140 countries, while TOEFL test centers are available in over 150 countries.
7. Both tests are accepted by thousands of colleges and universities worldwide, but some institutions may prefer one test over the other.
8. IELTS focuses on real-life situations and scenarios, while TOEFL focuses more on academic contexts.
9. IELTS emphasis on candidate's ability to understand natural spoken English, while TOEFL places more emphasis on understanding written English.
10. IELTS is jointly owned and managed by Cambridge Assessment English, the British Council, and IDP IELTS Australia,
while TOEFL is owned and managed by the Educational Testing Service (ETS).