Similarities: They all involve the culture, history, geography and customs of Western countries.

3. Examination method

Differences: IELTS: traditional written test and oral test, fully humanized

New TOEFL: Internet-based test (computer + Internet), full of high-tech charm

4. Registration method

Both IELTS and TOEFL are taken online.

5. Exam-related fees

The IELTS test fee is 1450 yuan/time. RMB 500 for transfer; RMB 700 for withdrawal within the specified time; RMB 950 for reconsideration fee (same for single item and multiple items)

TOEFL Internet-based test fee of RMB 1415; late registration fee of RMB 200; transfer fee of RMB 320; reinstatement of canceled scores of RMB 160; additional score delivery fee (per copy) of RMB 136; single item reconsideration of speaking or writing in RMB 480 yuan; reconsideration of speaking and writing is 960 yuan; if the registration is cancelled within the specified time limit, the standard of cancellation fee will be adjusted to 707.5 yuan per candidate.