IELTS: Most Versatile
Accepted by UK, Australian, and Canadian universities and immigration. Available in Academic and General Training versions.
TOEFL: Americas Focus
Preferred by US and Canadian universities. Entirely computer-based with integrated skills testing.
Cambridge: Lifetime Validity
Unlike IELTS and TOEFL (valid 2 years), Cambridge certificates never expire. Great for career development.
Which One for You?
Moving to the UK? IELTS. Studying in the US? TOEFL. Want a lifetime certificate? Cambridge. Working internationally? Any of the three.
Preparation Approach
All three exams test reading, writing, listening, and speaking. The format differs, but the skills are the same. Start with general English improvement, then focus on exam-specific strategies.