Updated September 30, 2026 · AcademyCue Editorial Team
E2Language vs FrenchPod101
Where E2Language and FrenchPod101 differ
| Compare |  E2Language | FrenchPod101 ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $69 | $4Lower |
| Free trial length | 14 daysHigher | 7 days |
| Money-back period | 30 days | 60 daysHigher |
| Languages | English | French |
| Price per month | Not confirmed | $10 |
| Lesson length (minutes) | 45 | Not confirmed |
| Offline use | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Free tier (Yes).
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Key differences
- FrenchPod101 scores higher overall: 9.3 vs 9.1.
- Price from is lower at FrenchPod101: $4 vs $69.
- Free trial length is higher at E2Language: 14 days vs 7 days.
- Money-back period is higher at FrenchPod101: 60 days vs 30 days.
- Support channels: only E2Language offers Chat.
- Languages: only E2Language offers English.
- Languages: only FrenchPod101 offers French.
- Learning method: only FrenchPod101 offers Audio.
Our verdict on each
E2Language
E2Language suits adults booking IELTS, PTE Academic and CELPIP General who want live classes and a certified tutor rather than a question bank alone. Packages start at $69, a free tier and a free trial lesson lower the cost of trying it, and the money-back score guarantee runs 30 days.
FrenchPod101
FrenchPod101 suits French learners who want audio, app and live teaching inside one subscription, backed by a 60 days money-back window. The trade-off is scope and support: French covers French alone, and help runs on email and help centre, so multi-language or phone-first buyers should compare elsewhere.
Score breakdown
| Area | E2Language | FrenchPod101 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.1Entry packages start at $69 and run $69 to $359, above Testprep Training at $12.99, with a money-back window of 30 days. | 9.5HigherEntry plans from $4 and a monthly option at $10, so a first commitment stays small. |
| Offer | 9.0Free tier, trial lesson free, live classes, certified tutors, a team plan and a money-back score guarantee money back. | 9.2HigherOne subscription mixes app, audio and live teaching (app, audio and live 1to1), and the free tier lets a reader start at no cost. |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | E2Language | FrenchPod101 |
|---|---|---|
| Language learning apps | 16 of 46 | 9 of 46 |
| Online language tutors and classes | 8 of 25 | 5 of 25 |
Sources behind this comparison
E2Language
- e2language.com: 9 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- support.e2language.com: 1 fact, checked September 30, 2026
FrenchPod101
- frenchpod101.com: 10 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | E2Language | FrenchPod101 |
|---|---|---|
| Learning method | App, Live 1to1, Live group | App, Audio, Live 1to1, Live groupCovers more |
| Legal entity | ESL Support Pty Ltd | Innovative Language Learning |
| Headquarters | Australia | Not confirmed |
| Support channels | Email, Chat, Help centreCovers more | Email, Help centre |
Online courses
| Fact | E2Language | FrenchPod101 |
|---|---|---|
| Platform type | Curated | Not confirmed |
| Subjects | English | Not confirmed |
| Access period | 3 to 12 months | Not confirmed |
| Graded assessments | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Team plan | Yes | Not confirmed |
Tutoring
| Fact | E2Language | FrenchPod101 |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription price | $69 to $359 | Not confirmed |
| Trial lesson | Free | Not confirmed |
| Lesson format | 1to1, Group, App | Not confirmed |
| Tutor vetting | Certified | Not confirmed |
| Minimum age | 18 | Not confirmed |
| Satisfaction guarantee | 30-Day Score Guarantee, refund of the package or upgrade fee on eligible packages if the exam score does not increase | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | E2Language | FrenchPod101 | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price from | $69highest quarter | $4lowest quarter | $13.49 |
| Price per month | Not confirmed | $10below the median | $13.24 |
| Free trial length | 14 daysabove the median | 7 daysat the median | 7 days |
| Money-back period | 30 daysat the median | 60 dayshighest quarter | 30 days |
| Lesson length (minutes) | 45highest quarter | Not confirmed | 30 |
Median across 33 listed providers.
Pros and cons
E2Language
Pros
- The score guarantee is money-back, money back, with a window of 30 days, matching the top of the range in this comparison at 30 days.
- A free tier and a free trial of 14 days let you look before you pay, and the trial lesson is free.
- Tutors are listed as certified and live classes are included, so study is not self-serve only.
Cons
- Practice questions are thin at 100 against a site median of 3,000, and E2Language ranks 38 of 38 on that measure.
- Entry price of $69 sits above Testprep Training at $12.99 and above LSAT Lab at $65.
- The refund under the score guarantee covers the package purchase price only, so the test fee itself is not returned.
FrenchPod101
Pros
- Entry plans start at $4 and the monthly option sits at $10, so a short commitment costs little to test
- The 60 days money-back period ranks 2 of 29 brands, so a wrong fit is easy to reverse
- One subscription mixes app work, audio and live teaching, with app, audio and live 1to1 all inside the plan
Cons
- Coverage sits on French, so anyone studying another language needs a different service entirely
- Help runs on email and help centre, and chat and phone are not among those routes
- The 7 days free trial ranks 8 of 21 brands, so the trial is a brief signal and the refund window does the real testing
Who each suits
E2Language
Who it suits
- Adults booking IELTS, PTE Academic or CELPIP General who want live classes and a certified tutor inside the same package.
- Learners who want a money-back score guarantee, money back, plus a free tier to start on.
- People who prefer an access block sized to a known exam date, 3 to 12 months, rather than open-ended study.
Who should look elsewhere
- Testprep Training fits buyers who only want the lowest entry price, at $12.99.
- Zebra Education suits a tighter starting budget, at $49, rather than a package with live classes and a score guarantee.
- LSAT Lab is the pick for an LSAT-focused purchase at $65, while the exam named for E2Language is gre.
FrenchPod101
Who it suits
- French learners who want audio lessons for commutes and travel, with offline downloads included
- Anyone who wants live one-to-one and group classes bundled with self-study material rather than a separate contract
- Readers who want a 7 days trial and a 60 days refund window before committing to a longer term
Who should look elsewhere
- Learners of anything outside French, who should compare Reading Eggs or Bunpro rather than a French-only plan
- Buyers who want help beyond email and help centre, since a brand with chat or phone support fits better
Current offers
Questions about each
E2Language
What does an E2Language package cost?+
Packages start at $69, and package fees run $69 to $359 depending on the tier you pick. The test fee is charged separately for each exam: IELTS General and PTE Academic are sold in Express and Gold tiers, while CELPIP General runs from an Express tier to a Premium tier.
What does the score guarantee actually cover?+
The guarantee is money-back, money back, with a window of 30 days. You have to complete the package inclusions before your most recent official test, submit official proof of the baseline and the recent score, and ask inside the window once the exam is done. The refund covers the package purchase price only, on Bronze, Silver and Gold packages.
FrenchPod101
What does FrenchPod101 cost to join?+
Entry plans start at $4, while the monthly option is priced at $10. On our ranking the monthly figure places FrenchPod101 7 of 25, and the entry price places it 9 of 35. So joining is cheaper than at most of the field without being the cheapest route in.
Is the monthly price what I pay at renewal?+
The published figures cover two different commitments: entry plans at $4 and the monthly plan at $10. The lower number buys a way in, while the monthly figure is what an ongoing subscriber keeps paying. Comparing the two tells you how much of the entry offer is a discount against the ongoing rate rather than the price of the plan itself.