Updated September 30, 2026 · AcademyCue Editorial Team
E2Language vs JapanesePod101
E2Language vs JapanesePod101: the differences
| Compare |  E2Language | JapanesePod101 ReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $69 | $4Lower |
| Free trial length | 14 daysHigher | 7 days |
| Money-back period | 30 days | 60 daysHigher |
| Languages | English | Japanese |
| Lesson length (minutes) | 45 | 30 to 60 |
| Price per month | Not confirmed | $10 |
| Lesson price from | Not confirmed | $37.25 |
| Offline use | Not confirmed | Yes |
| Certificate | Not confirmed | Yes |
Same on both: Free tier (Yes).
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Key differences
- Price from is lower at JapanesePod101: $4 vs $69.
- Free trial length is higher at E2Language: 14 days vs 7 days.
- Money-back period is higher at JapanesePod101: 60 days vs 30 days.
- Support channels: only E2Language offers Chat.
- Languages: only E2Language offers English.
- Languages: only JapanesePod101 offers Japanese.
- Learning method: only JapanesePod101 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.
JapanesePod101
JapanesePod101 suits learners who want Japanese alone, combining app and audio study, offline downloads, a certificate and live classes in sessions of 30 to 60 minutes. An entry price of $4 and a 7 days free trial keep the first commitment small, with a free tier behind the trial.
Score breakdown
| Area | E2Language | JapanesePod101 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.1HigherEntry packages start at $69 and run $69 to $359, above Testprep Training at $12.99, with a money-back window of 30 days. | 9.0Entry at $4 and $10 monthly sit above Bunpro at $0 and Reading Eggs at £6.99, though private lessons start at $37.25. |
| Offer | 9.0Free tier, trial lesson free, live classes, certified tutors, a team plan and a money-back score guarantee money back. | 9.1HigherA single subscription spans app, audio and live 1to1, with a certificate available and offline downloads supported, so paid study covers private and group classes. |
How they place
| Ranking | E2Language | JapanesePod101 |
|---|---|---|
| Language learning apps | 16 of 46 | 17 of 46 |
| Online language tutors and classes | 8 of 25 | 9 of 25 |
Pick E2Language if, pick JapanesePod101 if
Pick E2Language if free trial length matter most.
Pick JapanesePod101 if price from and money-back period matter most.
If neither fits
Bunpro has price from at $0, against $69 for E2Language and $4 for JapanesePod101.
Bunpro reviewEvery fact side by side
| Fact | E2Language | JapanesePod101 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | JapanesePod101 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | JapanesePod101 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | JapanesePod101 | 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 | 30 to 60at the median | 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.
JapanesePod101
Pros
- app, audio and live 1to1 puts app, audio, private classes and group classes in a single subscription, so a learner can move between formats without buying a second platform.
- Private classes start at $37.25 for 30 to 60 minutes, and that entry lesson price ranks 6 of 6 on the tutor comparison.
- A 60 days money back period ranks 2 of 29 on that measure, ahead of the rest of the group.
Cons
- Support runs on email and help centre only, so a spoken conversation is not part of the service.
- The catalogue covers Japanese alone, so a second language means a second subscription.
- A 7 days trial is brief, ranking 8 of 21 on trial length across the brands listed.
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.
JapanesePod101
Who it suits
- Learners who want live teacher contact as well as self study, since app, audio and live 1to1 puts app, audio, private classes and group classes in a single subscription.
- Readers who want a long window to change their mind, given the free tier, the 7 days trial and the 60 days money back period.
- Commuters and travellers, since offline downloads are supported for the app and audio side.
Who should look elsewhere
- Bunpro at $0 if starting at no cost matters more than having a teacher.
- Reading Eggs at £6.99 for a reader weighing subscriptions across several languages rather than a Japanese catalogue.
- Readers who need spoken support, since contact runs on email and help centre.
Current offers
E2Language
Current offer
Free trial
14-day free trial on any course: 14 days free, no credit card
Any course; no credit card required
Source, checked September 30, 2026
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.
JapanesePod101
What does JapanesePod101 cost for a first subscription?+
Two figures matter. The entry plan starts at $4, and the monthly plan is $10, both listed in USD. The entry figure is the number to check at sign-up, while the monthly plan is what a reader pays as the subscription continues. Private live classes are priced apart from both figures.
How much is a private lesson and how long does it last?+
A private live class has a lesson price of $37.25, and each session runs 30 to 60 minutes. That places it under the €44.31 for lesson prices across this comparison, so a reader moving to private classes sees a moderate rather than premium rate.