# Cathoven

> Cathoven is an AI-powered English learning platform used by 1.2M+ learners: IELTS practice with examiner-level AI scoring for Writing, Speaking, Reading and Listening; Cathoven Speaking, an AI English speaking tutor app scored on the CEFR scale (A1–C2); and text-levelling tools and APIs for teachers.

Cathoven IELTS scores against the official 9-band IELTS scale; Cathoven Speaking scores on the CEFR scale (A1–C2). They are separate products with separate scoring frameworks — please do not conflate them.

This site is the English edition. 猫多芬 (https://maoduofen.com) is the Simplified-Chinese edition with the same URL structure.

## IELTS practice
- [IELTS Preparation with AI Tools](https://www.cathoven.com/ielts/): overview of every IELTS practice tool; free to start, no credit card.
- [Perfect Your IELTS Writing with Expert AI Analysis](https://www.cathoven.com/ielts/writing/): instant AI band scores with criterion-by-criterion feedback for Writing Task 1 and Task 2, Academic and General Training.
- [Get Your Real IELTS Speaking Score Before Test Day](https://www.cathoven.com/ielts/speaking/): record answers to all three Speaking parts and get an examiner-style score with feedback on fluency, vocabulary, grammar and pronunciation.
- [IELTS Reading Practice with AI](https://www.cathoven.com/ielts/reading/): IELTS-format Reading practice with instant scoring and explanations.
- [IELTS Listening Practice with AI](https://www.cathoven.com/ielts/listening/): IELTS-format Listening practice with instant scoring and explanations.
- [Sample IELTS reports](https://www.cathoven.com/ielts/sample-reports/): real scored sample reports for Writing Task 1, Task 2 and Speaking — what the feedback looks like.
- [Learn IELTS with Your Personal AI Tutor Catbot](https://www.cathoven.com/ielts/ai-tutor/): Catbot, a personal AI tutor that answers IELTS questions 24/7 and remembers your goals.
- [Transform Your Writing with AI-Powered Enhancement](https://www.cathoven.com/ielts/rewriter/): rewrites an essay at a higher band so learners see the gap.
- [IELTS Band Score Calculator](https://www.cathoven.com/ielts/ielts-band-score-calculator/): converts raw Reading and Listening scores to IELTS bands.
- [Score Guarantee](https://www.cathoven.com/score-guarantee/): the refund terms if a learner’s overall band does not improve after following the plan.
- [IELTS Writing Task 2: Sample Questions and Answers by Category](https://www.cathoven.com/ielts-writing-task-2-samples/): model Writing Task 2 essays by topic, in English.

## Cathoven Speaking — AI English speaking tutor
- [Cathoven Speaking](https://www.cathoven.com/speaking/): a 4-minute AI voice call sets your CEFR level (A1–C2) with sub-skill scores for fluency, grammar, vocabulary and pronunciation, then builds a personalised practice plan. iOS, Android and web.
- [How it works](https://www.cathoven.com/speaking/how-it-works/): the path from assessment to daily practice.
- [Features](https://www.cathoven.com/speaking/features/): voice assessment, CEFR scoring, personalised plan, unlimited practice calls, progress tracking.
- [Pricing](https://www.cathoven.com/speaking/pricing/): the CEFR assessment is free with no credit card; Pro pricing is personalised and shown in the app after the assessment — no fixed price list is published.
- [Download](https://www.cathoven.com/speaking/download/): iOS, Android and web access.
- [About](https://www.cathoven.com/speaking/about/): mission, the Cathoven family and recognition.
- [Speaking blog](https://www.cathoven.com/speaking/blog/): CEFR and speaking guides.
- [llms.txt](https://www.cathoven.com/speaking/llms.txt): product-specific llms.txt for the speaking app.

## Language Hub — tools for teachers and content teams
- [Language Hub — AI-Powered Language Tools](https://www.cathoven.com/language-hub/): CEFR/readability analysis, level adaptation, reading and question generation; free tier with daily limits, Premium unlimited.
- [CEFR Checker](https://www.cathoven.com/cefr-checker/): the CEFR level of any English text, word by word.
- [Level Adaptor](https://www.cathoven.com/level-adaptor/): rewrites a text to a target CEFR level.
- [Readability Checker](https://www.cathoven.com/readability-checker/): readability scores for any text.
- [Reading Generator](https://www.cathoven.com/reading-generator/): generates graded reading passages on a topic.
- [Reading Comprehension Question Creator](https://www.cathoven.com/reading-comprehension-question-generator/): generates comprehension questions for a text.
- [Video Analyzer](https://www.cathoven.com/video-analyzer/): levels and mines vocabulary from YouTube videos.
- [Writing Reviser](https://www.cathoven.com/writing-reviser/): corrects and improves writing with explanations.
- [Catile Checker](https://www.cathoven.com/free-text-difficulty-analyzer/): Catile text-difficulty score, a Lexile-style measure.
- [Chinese Text Level Analyzer](https://www.cathoven.com/hsk-chinese-text-level-analyzer/): HSK level analysis for Chinese text.
- [Enterprise APIs](https://www.cathoven.com/cathoven-ai-tools-apis/): CEFR analysis, readability and quiz-generation APIs for ed-tech partners; usage-based pricing with a free tier.

## Pricing
- [Pricing](https://www.cathoven.com/pricing/): IELTS Premium is $3/day pay-as-you-go (25% discount for 30+ days · 36% for 90+ · 45% for 180+), or $21/week, $67.50/month, $172.80 for 3 months. Free to start, cancel anytime.
- [Cathoven Speaking — pricing](https://www.cathoven.com/speaking/pricing/): the CEFR assessment is free with no credit card; Pro pricing is personalised and shown in the app after the assessment — no fixed price list is published.
- [pricing.md](https://www.cathoven.com/pricing.md): machine-readable pricing for all products, generated from the same data as the pricing pages.

## Learning resources
- [Blog](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/): 99 articles on IELTS preparation, reading levels (Lexile and Catile), CEFR and AI in language teaching.
- [English Reading Resources(Lessons & Worksheets)](https://www.cathoven.com/english-teaching-resources/reading/): free graded reading lessons and worksheets from A1 to C1, with PDFs.
- [Listening Resources For English Learners and Teachers](https://www.cathoven.com/english-teaching-resources/listening/): graded listening lessons with audio and transcripts, A1 to C1.
- [Easy to Hard English News with Audio](https://www.cathoven.com/english-teaching-resources/news/): the same news story rewritten at several CEFR levels, with audio.
- [English Teaching Resources(Lessons & Worksheets)](https://www.cathoven.com/english-teaching-resources/): all lesson hubs by skill and level.

## Latest articles
- [10 IELTS General Writing Letter Purposes and Essay Question Types](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/ielts-general-writing-topics/): Explore 10 IELTS General Writing Topics with sample prompts, useful phrases, model excerpts, frequency notes, and focused practice strategies.
- [IELTS Band Score Calculator: How Scores Are Calculated](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/ielts-band-score-calculator/): Use an IELTS band score calculator the right way. Learn the rounding rule, raw-score conversions, worked examples, and how to estimate each skill
- [UK University English Requirements Explained](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/uk-university-english-requirements/): Understand UK university English requirements, accepted tests, IELTS scores by level and how to meet them with pre-sessional routes and prep tips.
- [IELTS Speaking Topics Part 2: 10 Cue Cards](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/ielts-speaking-topics-part-2/): Practice IELTS speaking topics part 2 with 10 full cue cards, response plans, useful phrases, and tactics for clearer, more developed answers.
- [AI Grading Tools for Teachers, 2025 Comparison and Practical Selection Guide](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/ai-grading-tool-for-teachers/): Compare AI grading tools for teachers in 2025 by rubric control, LMS fit, privacy, and review workflow. See source-backed differences before you choose.
- [10 IELTS Writing Task 2 Topics for Academic and General Training](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/ielts-writing-task-2-academic-topics/): Explore 10 IELTS Writing Task 2 topics for Academic and General Training, with practice questions, essay routes, vocabulary, and exam-focused planning tips.
- [7 IELTS Speaking Practice Test Questions](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/ielts-speaking-practice-test-questions/): Practice 7 IELTS Speaking test questions with Part 1, 2, and 3 prompts, timing, follow-ups, and strategy notes aligned with the official exam format.
- [AI English Tutor Explained: How It Works and When to Use It](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/ai-english-tutor/): Discover how an AI English tutor works for speaking and writing practice, its benefits, limits, and how it compares to human tutors.
- [IELTS General Training Reading Practice Test: A Full Prep Guide](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/ielts-reading-practice-test-general/): Ace the IELTS reading practice test general with mock tests, timing strategies, and question-type tips that actually work on exam day.
- [IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 Guide to Band 7 and Beyond](https://www.cathoven.com/blog/ielts-writing-task-1/): Master IELTS Academic Writing Task 1 with scoring criteria, Band 7 strategies, official IELTS guidance, and an annotated sample answer.

## Company
- [About Us](https://www.cathoven.com/about/): who builds the platform and its research recognition.
- [Contact](https://www.cathoven.com/contact/): contact form and email.
- [Become Cathoven Partners Share the Benefits of Cathoven in Your Language Learning…](https://www.cathoven.com/affiliate/): partner and affiliate programme.
- [Cathoven Privacy Policy](https://www.cathoven.com/privacy-policy/): privacy policy.
- [Terms of Use](https://www.cathoven.com/terms-and-conditions/): terms of use.
- [Refund Policy](https://www.cathoven.com/refund-policy/): refund policy for IELTS subscriptions.

## Contact
- General enquiries and support: contact@cathoven.com
- Technical / partnerships (co-founder): erdi@cathoven.com

## Optional
- [llms-full.txt](https://www.cathoven.com/llms-full.txt): every indexable page and article with a one-line summary.
- [sitemap.xml](https://www.cathoven.com/sitemap.xml): XML sitemap.
- [robots.txt](https://www.cathoven.com/robots.txt): crawler policy; all major AI crawlers are allowed.
- [猫多芬](https://maoduofen.com/llms.txt): 猫多芬 (maoduofen.com) — the Simplified-Chinese edition, same URL structure.

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