# British Council EnglishScore

> EnglishScore is British Council’s English test and certificate for employment.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.englishscore](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.englishscore)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.englishscore`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** British Council EnglishScore
- **Category:** EDUCATION
- **Downloads:** 15,076,796
- **Rating:** 4.48 / 5 (49,280 ratings)
- **Version:** 3.12.2
- **Last updated:** 2026-09-11
- **First published:** 2019-06-26
- **Publisher country:** GB
- **Size:** 69 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.englishscore)
- **Website:** [http://www.englishscore.com](http://www.englishscore.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.englishscore.com/privacy-policy](https://www.englishscore.com/privacy-policy)

## Description

**British Council EnglishScore** is a globally recognized English proficiency test designed to help individuals demonstrate their English level and obtain a professional certificate for employment. The test, accessible via mobile devices, evaluates grammar, vocabulary, reading, listening, speaking, and writing skills. Results are instantaneous and aligned with the CEFR framework from A2 to C1, allowing easy comparison with IELTS, TOEFL, and TOEIC scores.

EnglishScore offers free practice tests to millions of learners worldwide and provides course recommendations to enhance learning. The Professional Certificate, purchasable for as low as US$20, is accepted by leading employers and educational institutions globally. The test incorporates advanced security measures such as face monitoring to ensure accuracy and reliability. It’s suitable for individuals as well as businesses and educational organizations seeking large-scale English assessments. EnglishScore stands out for its accessibility, trustworthiness, and alignment with international English language standards.

## Rankings

- #9,826 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.NFC`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.READ_PHONE_STATE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REORDER_TASKS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.englishscore.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`
- `com.google.android.providers.gsf.permission.READ_GSERVICES`

## Review summary

Users praise the app for free, repeatable testing and BC accreditation, plus clear speaking tasks and a path to IELTS-related improvement. They value the ability to benchmark scores against IELTS and use it for confidence-building. However, several reviews flag issues with certificates: slow processing and high cost. Support quality is another common gripe, with reports of unresponsiveness and blocked access. Overall, the app is credible and useful for practice, but certificate and customer service can be problematic.

### Pros

- Free to use with the ability to retake tests many times.
- British Council accreditation adds credibility.
- Clear, high-quality tasks and simple speaking tests.
- Helps improve English and build confidence, especially for IELTS prep.
- Scores are benchmarkable against IELTS for exam preparation.

### Cons

- Certificate processing takes too long.
- Certificate is expensive.
- Customer support is unresponsive or blocks access.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.englishscore)