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Many students ask me:

“Which IELTS website is better—IELTS Liz or Magoosh?”

If I had one dollar for every time I heard this question, I’d probably be relaxing on a beach in Goa right now!

But jokes aside, this is an important decision. The right website can help you move from a Band 6.5 (almost there) to a Band 7.5 (success!).

There are many IELTS websites online, so it’s easy to feel confused.

That’s why I wrote this post—to help you decide.

I’ve been teaching English and IELTS for over 10 years, and I’ve used both IELTS Liz and Magoosh with my students.

They are both good, but they are very different.

Let’s look at them side by side.

Meet the Websites

What is IELTS Liz?

Liz is a former IELTS examiner. She has a YouTube channel and a website called ieltsliz.com.

Her videos and lessons are simple, clear, and very useful—especially for Writing and Speaking.

I often use her videos in my classes. Her advice comes from real examiner experience.

What is Magoosh?

Magoosh is a big online learning platform from the USA. They have courses for many tests, including IELTS.

Their IELTS program includes:

Video lessons for all sections

Practice questions

Mock tests

Score tracking tools

It’s a full, all-in-one system.

Comparison: IELTS Liz vs. Magoosh

Let’s compare them in 6 important areas:

✅ 1. Teaching Style

IELTS Liz:

Simple, clear explanations

Best for Writing and Speaking

Videos feel like a personal class

No unnecessary details

Magoosh:

Lessons for Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking

Taught by different teachers

Subtitles and transcripts included

More academic and structured

👉 Verdict: For quick, smart IELTS tips—Liz is great. For full, step-by-step learning—Magoosh is better.

✅ 2. Practice Questions and Mock Tests

IELTS Liz:

Some free questions

No full practice tests

Focus on learning strategies

Magoosh:

600+ practice questions

Full IELTS mock tests

Score prediction and progress tracking

👉 Verdict: Want more practice? Choose Magoosh. Just starting and want to understand the test? Try Liz first.

✅ 3. Writing and Speaking Help

IELTS Liz:

Great sample essays and answers

Strong grammar and vocabulary tips

Based on examiner experience

Perfect for self-study

Magoosh:

Lessons and examples

Writing feedback only with premium plan

No speaking practice with a teacher

👉 Verdict: Need better Writing and Speaking? Go with Liz. Want general lessons without feedback? Magoosh works too.

✅ 4. User Experience

IELTS Liz:

Simple website

Easy to use

Mostly text-based

Magoosh:

Modern, professional platform

Tracks your progress

Works on computer and phone

👉 Verdict: If you want a clean, easy-to-read site—Liz is good. If you want interactive tools—Magoosh is better.

✅ 5. Cost and Value

IELTS Liz:

Most content is free

Paid courses cost around $20–$40

One-time payment

Magoosh:

Starts at $109 for 1 month

Full access to all lessons and tests

Writing feedback costs extra

👉 Verdict: On a budget? IELTS Liz is the winner. Want a full course with everything in one place? Magoosh is worth it.

✅ 6. Support and Updates

IELTS Liz:

Not very active now

Still replies to some comments

Support mostly on YouTube and website

Magoosh:

Active blog and YouTube

Email support (replies in 1–2 days)

Frequent updates

👉 Verdict: Want help and reminders? Go with Magoosh. Learning alone and just need lessons? Liz is enough.

When to Choose IELTS Liz

Use IELTS Liz if:

You study alone and want clear, short lessons

You need help with Writing and Speaking

You don’t want to spend much money

You like a simple, easy website

Student Tip: One of my students from Kerala improved her Writing score from Band 6 to 7 in 3 weeks using only Liz’s videos and sample essays.

When to Choose Magoosh

Use Magoosh if:

You want a full IELTS course with everything

You need lots of practice questions and tests

You want to track your scores

You’re aiming for Band 7.5 or higher

Teacher Tip: I suggest Magoosh for students preparing for Academic IELTS who want to improve Reading and Listening quickly.

Are There Any Weak Points?

Yes. No website is perfect.

IELTS Liz:

No full mock tests

No speaking feedback

No score tracking

Magoosh:

Teachers mostly have American accents

No live speaking practice

You may still need a tutor for Writing help

So... Which One Should You Use?

You can use both!

Many students start with IELTS Liz for free tips, then move to Magoosh for full practice.

Think of it like this:

IELTS Liz = your wise teacher giving smart advice

Magoosh = your study gym where you train every day

Final Advice: Study Smart

Whichever you choose, remember:

Make a study plan

Focus on your weak areas

Don’t only watch—practice!

Get feedback when possible

“A goal without a plan is just a wish.”

What Do You Think?

Have you used IELTS Liz or Magoosh?

Tell me what worked for you! And if you still have questions, feel free to ask. I’m here to help.

Happy IELTS prep—and good luck with your dream Band score! 🎯