PTE Academic experience –real exam vs mocks?

Hi everyone, I’m currently preparing for the PTE Academic and wanted to hear from those who have already taken the exam.

I’m mainly curious about a few things: • How does the actual PTE exam compare with mock tests in terms of difficulty, especially the Reading section? Is it tougher, easier, or more or less the same?

•	Have you noticed any repeated or very similar questions in the real exam from mock platforms like Gurully or other popular practice tests?

•	During the exam, do they give anything for note taking? Are we allowed to take notes while listening or during speaking tasks?

•	Which mock test platforms are closest to the real PTE when it comes to score accuracy and overall exam experience?

I’d really appreciate any insights, tips, or personal experiences from your exam day. Thanks a lot!