8,301 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Chinese lesson costs $18 at the median, across the 8,301 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $12 and $25 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $1.27. Native speakers charge a median of $18 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
6,226 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · China
Over 5 years of teaching experience, with professional CTCSOL certification, extremely patient. ✅ Business Chinese ✅ Daily conversations ✅ HSK tutoring ✅ YCT ✅…
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Letuelezioni
Sono una ragazza cinese posso dare lezioni online per i corsi cinese
Chinese (China) · likely
Nativeitalki · China
An encouraging teacher who makes you feel more comfortable with Chinese💫 (business background)
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
🥇|Kids 6-11|Conversation😊
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
15Y Fortune 500 HRBP |Workplace Mandarin & Chinese Interview Coach | Fun Mandarin for Kids
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
Native Chinese tutor with 3 years' experience offering private Mandarin and Chinese calligraphy lessons in London.
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · China
✨ Learn Real Chinese with a Culture & Aesthetics Guide | HSK & Conversation Expert
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
❣️Kids|PinYin|All age groups🥇
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Friendly & Patient Chinese Tutor | Customized Lessons for Kids & Adults | HSK, Travel & Daily Conversation Made Easy
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
I am Chinese and have obtained the First-Class Certificate of Mandarin Proficiency Test. I teach Chinese to beginners online.
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · China
HSK1; HSK2; HSK3; HSK4; HSK5; 中文对话; 儿童故事
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
7 years HSK +BusinessChinese
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
🌍 HSK 1–4 | Conversational Chinese | Travel Chinese | Beginner Friendly | Personalized Lessons | Pronunciation Training | Speak Chinese with Confidence ✨
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
FindTutors
Patient native Chinese tutor providing online Mandarin lessons for beginners and adults in Liverpool.
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · China
Niki 🌟 闽南语&汉语老师 ( Adults & Kids)🥊 Hokkien and Chinese |Learn while playing
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
Chinese for all level 😀
Teaches A1–B1
NativePreply · Taiwan
Qualified Teacher from Taiwan, Double Major in Chinese Education, Proficient in Zhuyin and Pinyin, Professional Mandarin Teacher for Adults
Tusclasesparticulares
Profesora de chino (nativa)para todos niveles y edades con 6 años de experiencia
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
Beginner Chinese Tutor | Patient & Easygoing | Speak from Day 1
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
Writing|Basic|Oral
Teaches A1–B1
NativePreply · China
Speak Chinese Naturally | Practical Chinese for Real Life, Travel & Work
Tusclasesparticulares
profesora de chino nativa y español a estudiantes
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
拥有超过6年教学经验的认证国际中文老师
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
Experienced Chinese Teacher
Teaches A1–A2
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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 |
| italki | 1,194 | $20 | $15–$27 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Preply | 869 | $24 | $18–$34 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 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.
China4,620 / 8,301Taiwan696 / 8,301
Hong Kong SAR China92 / 8,301
South Korea55 / 8,301
Japan53 / 8,301
Malaysia47 / 8,301
United States34 / 8,301
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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 October 1, 2026
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