7,941 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Chinese lesson costs $18 at the median, across the 7,941 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $12 and $25 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $1.10. Native speakers charge a median of $18 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
5,576 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
🙈 Shy speaker? That's my job 😇
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Meet Jiasi, your Chinese teacher with three years of experience teaching in Spain
Nativeitalki · China
一名热爱语言的中医
Teaches A2–B2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
pinyin 🌈| daily conversation🌞
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · China
Master| 10 years’ experience Certified CTCSOL Tutor | Engaging lesson&Exam Pre
Nativeitalki · Canada
耐心友好的中文老师
Teaches A1–C1
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
wirting, conversation
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Energetic certified Chinese guide! 🎉 Ignite your learning joy and embark on a language adventure!
Nativeitalki · China
🎯 Find Your Gaps. Practice Smarter. Make Real Progress| 9,000+ Lessons | Chinese for Adults & Teens
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
🥇English Conversation🥇IELTS
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Business Chinese | Learn Chinese Like Chatting | HSK & Daily Chinese | Learn Chinese at Your Pace｜Friendly & Patient Private Tutor
Nativeitalki · Hong Kong SAR China
A Certified Teacher with high HSK pass rate
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
35yrs MS Chinese🎈HSK🌹BA Lit
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
✨Enjoy fun & relaxing Chinese classes✨ 🎙️Standard clear pronunciation ⭐Suitable for absolute beginners 🌱Real‑life practical teaching 📚Systematic HSK 1‑6 course…
Nativeitalki · China
A Chinese teacher with some programming knowledge.一个懂点编程的中文老师
Teaches A2–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
🎀 Culture | Biz/Daily Chinese
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Exclusive Chinese Classes: Speak with Ease from Zero Basics!
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Macao SAR China
🌟 Certified Mandarin Tutor 🥇 Helping Beginners & Intermediates Express Their Vibe with Confidence
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · China
Children Expert| GAPSK
Teaches A2
NativePreply · China
Certified tutor , 7 years' experience, unique teaching methods, responsible and friendly,Japanese JLPT1 ,TESOL
Nativeitalki · China
4+ Years Mandarin Expert: Turn You Into a Confident Chinese Speaker!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
🔥日本語会話🔥旅行日本語 子ども向け入門💼楽しくおしゃべりしましょう！
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Beginner-friendly, experienced teacher with professional certification CTCSOL. Super patient and enthusiastic, helping with pronunciation and listening skills.
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · China
拥有超过5年经验的普通话认证教师
Teaches A1–C1
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AmazingTalker is both the cheapest (median $12) and the biggest (2,954 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 | 2,954 | $12 | $6.60–$20 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 2,324 | $22 | $17–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| Preply | 869 | $24 | $18–$34 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| italki | 834 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Classgap | 511 | $18 | $13–$24 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Cafetalk | 192 | $13 | $9.51–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Apprentus | 136 | $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 | 27 | $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.
China4,346 / 7,941Taiwan656 / 7,941Hong Kong SAR China86 / 7,941
South Korea54 / 7,941
Japan48 / 7,941
Malaysia38 / 7,941
United States31 / 7,941Canada22 / 7,941SpeakDuo 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 30, 2026
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