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AI-powered IELTS practice

The fastest path to a higher band score

Submit an essay or speak your answer. Get instant feedback across all four IELTS criteria — scored like a real examiner. Free, no tutor needed.

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This is what you get after every submission

Band scores, inline annotations, examiner feedback, and AI-improved paragraphs — in under 10 seconds.

Preview — what you get after every submission

Band scores, inline annotations on every sentence, examiner feedback, and AI-rewritten paragraphs — all in under 10 seconds.

Overall Band

6.5

out of 9.0

Task Achievement6
Coherence & Cohesion7
Lexical Resource6.5
Grammatical Range6.5

Your response — with examiner annotations

Many people argue that competition drives progress, but in my view, teamwork is important in modern workplaces and cooperation leads to better outcomes for society as a whole.

AI-rewritten version of this paragraph

Many people argue that competition drives progress, but in my view, teamwork is important in modern workplaces and cooperation leads to better outcomes for society as a whole.

+ Examiner strengths & weaknesses · Annotated essay · Target band gap

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Three steps to a better band score

From first attempt to target score — the loop is simple.

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Choose a task

Pick Writing Task 1 or 2, a Speaking part, or an adaptive quiz. Real exam-style prompts every time.

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Practise under exam conditions

Timed, distraction-free interface. Write your essay or speak your answer — just like the real test.

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Get scored & improve

Instant band scores across all 4 IELTS criteria, with specific feedback on exactly what to fix.

Everything you need to practise IELTS

Four integrated modules — Writing, Speaking, quizzes, and progress tracking — in one place.

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Writing Practice

Know exactly why you lost marks. Task 1 & Task 2 essays scored across all 4 criteria, with inline annotations and AI-rewritten paragraph suggestions.

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Speaking Practice

Practise all three parts with a realistic AI examiner voice. Speech-to-text transcription, then detailed scoring — no mock test booking needed.

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Adaptive Quizzes

Short, sharp drills on grammar, vocabulary, error correction, and paraphrasing. Adapts to your level so every question pushes you forward.

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See your band score trends over time. Track which criteria you're improving and where your weaknesses are concentrated.

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Everything you need to know before your exam

Guide

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A step-by-step strategy for achieving Band 7 or higher in IELTS Writing Task 2. Covers structure, vocabulary, grammar, and how AI-powered practice can accelerate your progress.

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Common Mistake

5 Common IELTS Writing Mistakes That Keep You at Band 6

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before you start.

How accurate is the AI band score?
BandUp scores each response against the official IELTS Public Band Descriptors across all four criteria. In internal testing, scores align within ±0.5 of human examiner ratings. It's the fastest way to get structured, criteria-level feedback without booking a mock test.
Is BandUp free?
Yes — you can practise Writing and Speaking, get AI feedback, and track your progress without any payment. Premium features (unlimited history, advanced analytics) are coming later.
Does BandUp cover Academic and General Training?
Writing Task 1 covers Academic tasks (graphs, charts, diagrams). General Training Task 1 letter format is on the roadmap. Task 2 essays and Speaking Parts 1–3 apply to both test types.
How is BandUp different from a human tutor?
A human tutor is great — BandUp is instant. You can submit a Task 2 essay at 2 am and get detailed, criterion-by-criterion feedback in under 10 seconds. Use BandUp for high-volume practice; use a tutor for strategic guidance.
Can I practise IELTS Speaking online with BandUp?
Yes. BandUp simulates the full three-part Speaking test with an AI examiner voice. Your responses are transcribed and scored on Fluency & Coherence, Lexical Resource, Grammatical Range & Accuracy, and Pronunciation.
How do I improve my IELTS Writing score?
The fastest improvements come from understanding exactly which criterion is dragging your band down — then targeting it deliberately. BandUp shows you criterion-level scores and pinpoints your specific weaknesses so each practice session moves the needle.