7,433 tutors · 12 platforms
4,763 of the 7,433 Chinese tutors we track are native speakers. They charge a median of $16 per hour, compared with $21 for non-native tutors. Trial lessons typically cost $1.10. Native speakers charge a median of $16 per hour, versus $21 for non-native tutors.
2,123 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · China
🏅CTCSOL Certified Chinese Teacher 🗣️Beginner to Fluency 🎯HSK, OPI, YCT Test 💼Business Chinese 💖Kids Chinese 📚Customized lessons
Nativeitalki · China
Teaches A1–A2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
Grammar|Oral|IELTS|Business
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
5 years of Chinese teaching qualification ✅ HSK Level 1-9Test Prep ✅ Zero-based启蒙 (Beginner Enlightenment)✅YCT ✅ Business Chinese ✅ Travel Conversations ✅ Cust…
Nativeitalki · China
Speak naturally, sound more like you! | Beginner-friendly
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
|Pronunciation|Children (6-11)
Teaches A1–B1
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativePreply · China
5 Years of Experience | Specialize in Beginners | Customized Lessons | Learn Chinese with Ease
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · China
拥有超过8年教学经验的认证国际中文教师
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
可用日文解說中文文法
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · China
Learn Chinese easily with Angela. Speak confidently right after class! Focus areas: Absolute beginner, HSK exam preparation, advanced in-depth conversation, wo…
Nativeitalki · China
Certified Mandarin Teacher | Beginner-Friendly Chinese Lessons | Master’s in Education & CTCSOL
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
Singapore/HK In-class tutoring
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Living in Bordeaux/London | Experienced Chinese Teacher with an Academic Background | Literature Enthusiast | Over-Caffeinated, Champagne-Loving Cat Lover
Nativeitalki · China
我有超过5年的第二外语教学经验，生活/旅行口语，擅长人文与跨文化视角
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Vietnam
日常中文｜HSK｜TOCFL
Teaches A2
NativePreply · China
🌊 CTCSOL-certified tutor 🌊 Trilingual (CN/EN/ES) Lessons for All Levels 🌊 Ace HSK/HSKK 🌊 Suitable for beginners 🌊 Tailored Business Chinese 🌊 Conversational Ch…
Nativeitalki · China
🎓Highly certified Edinburgh graduate with 8+ years teaching experience |Engaging & Reflective
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
🗣️ Conversation 📖 Grammar
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Beginner-friendly!🐒 ｜Make Chinese easier, make learning fun!! 👽️｜ 3-year teaching experience + Corporate Pro
Nativeitalki · United States
Linguistics PhD | 10 Years Teaching | Specialized in Chinese Courses for Spanish/English Speakers
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
TOEIC expert
Teaches B1–C2
NativePreply · China
Professional Chinese teacher with 5 years of experience
Nativeitalki · China
Newbie to Interactive Conversation within 25 Lessons|Beginner Expert| 2000+hr Taught|Speedy Progress
Teaches A1–B1
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
JLPT｜Conversation｜Travel
Teaches A1–B1
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AmazingTalker is both the cheapest (median $12) and the biggest (2,915 tutors). Number of tutors, median hourly price and trial policy on each marketplace.
| Platform | Tutors | Median / h | Middle 50% | Avg. rating | Trial lesson | Lesson length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AmazingTalker | 2,915 | $12 | $6.60–$20 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 2,320 | $22 | $17–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| Preply | 869 | $24 | $18–$34 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Classgap | 510 | $18 | $13–$24 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| italki | 374 | $18 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Cafetalk | 191 | $13 | $9.46–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Apprentus | 135 | $33 | $25–$42 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Verbling | 41 | $29 | $25–$40 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 28 | $60 | $49–$78 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 25 | $50 | $45–$60 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| Engoo | 19 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| LanguaTalk | 6 | $33 | $31–$41 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
China3,917 / 7,433Taiwan625 / 7,433
Hong Kong SAR China80 / 7,433
South Korea53 / 7,433
Japan45 / 7,433
Malaysia29 / 7,433United States28 / 7,433
Canada19 / 7,433SpeakDuo is launching 1:1 lessons with a small group of great teachers: fair pay, no race to the bottom on price, and students who already practise speaking every day. Leave your email and we'll be in touch.
How we collect this data
We collect public profile facts (name, photo, languages, price, rating) from tutoring marketplaces and refresh them daily. Prices are normalised to a 60-minute lesson in US dollars. Ratings and reviews belong to each marketplace. Subscription platforms have no per-tutor price.
Updated September 29, 2026
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