霞 王.
NativePreply · China
Approved tutor with 5 years experience
- Native
- 3 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (11)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Page language: English
8,301 tutors · 12 platforms
Online Chinese tutors, compared
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.
$18/h
Median / hour
$12–$25
Typical range
$1.27
Trial lesson
8,301
on 12 platforms
Compare Chinese tutors
6,238 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
WenHsin
NativeFindTutors
Mandarin native speaker with three years of teaching experience
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Chinese (Taiwan) · likely
- Speaks your language
$26/h
Book on FindTutors(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Shumiao
Nativeitalki · China
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (25)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$22/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $11
Coco
NativeAmazingTalker · China
Practical Chinese for Adults
- Native
- 32 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (17)
- Not shown
Teaches A2–B2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
$13/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.60
Yingying L.
NativePreply · China
Master's-Educated tutor: experience authentic Chinese through real-world contexts,2 years of authentic language instruction.
- Native
- 2 yrs · 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Cantonese +2
- ★ 4.7 (13)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$22/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Vivian
Native (likely)FindTutors
Native Chinese tutor, A-level Chinese: A*, online lessons in London
- Native (likely)
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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miya
Nativeitalki · Japan
4+ years teaching experience in Japanese and Chinese 已经带出很多学生考过JLPT啦 会话～考试都🉑
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- Japanese +1
- ★ 5.0 (25)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
$25/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
Mr. Takuya
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
pinyin / speak / read / write
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- Japanese +1
- ★ 5.0 (17)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$17/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $2.20
Yun-Tung P.
NativePreply · Taiwan
When you take the first step, you're halfway there. Come on, be brave and learn Chinese with me!
- Native
- 1 yrs · 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 4.9 (11)
- Not shown
Chinese (Taiwan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$24/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Xinwei
Native (likely)FindTutors
Native Chinese from Guangzhou offering engaging online Mandarin lessons for beginners and adults worldwide.
- Native (likely)
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
- Beginners
Cici
Nativeitalki · China
Professional teacher with standard Mandarin and no regional accent
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (25)
- Replies to 95% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$30/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.99
杨杨
NativeAmazingTalker · China
HSK|Conversation|Adults
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 4.9 (17)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Everyday admin & immigration
$16/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.10
Ng G.
NativePreply · Singapore
Cambridge Chinese Excellence | Systematically Enhance Your Chinese Expression and Thinking
- Native
- 1 yrs · 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 4.9 (11)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$30/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Alexia
NativeFindTutors
Native Chinese Tutor Offering Engaging and Culturally Enriched Lessons in Oxford & Online
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
$25/h
Book on FindTutors(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Yuki
Nativeitalki · China
Experienced teacher with 6yrs of experience
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (25)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$45/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $12
Jasmine
NativeAmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
🎖English K-12 Distinction
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +4
- ★ 4.9 (17)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$40/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Mengya G.
NativePreply · China
Conversational Chinese Classes with a Personal Touch
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Korean +1
- ★ 4.9 (11)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$12/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Owen
Native (likely)FindTutors
Chinese Tutor teaches students of all ages
- Native (likely)
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
$20/h
Book on FindTutors(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Mia
Nativeitalki · China
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (24)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$9.00/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Kate
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
English for Kids
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (16)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$20/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.40
Yuan W.
NativePreply · China
Certified Chinese teacher with 5 years of experience
- Native
- 10 yrs · 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Spanish +1
- ★ 4.9 (11)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$30/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Zoe
NativeFindTutors
I am a patient, passionate, and creative Mandarin teacher who enjoys helping students learn Chinese in a relaxed and engaging way.
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Chinese (China) · likely
Amber
Nativeitalki · China
Guidance for Beginners | Adults & Children | Chinese Painting Enthusiast | Highly Encouraging style
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (24)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Kids
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
佳乙老師
NativeAmazingTalker · China
🎓 對外漢語 | 簡單易懂，有趣，無負擔的中文教學。
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- Korean +1
- ★ 5.0 (16)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$20/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.10
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Chinese tutors by platform
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 |
How much Chinese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$18Middle 50% between $12 and $25, 8282 tutors
Native speakers
$18Middle 50% between $11 and $24, 6219 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2063 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
AmazingTalker
$12Middle 50% between $6.60 and $20, 2954 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $26, 2324 tutors
italki
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 1194 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $34, 869 tutors
Classgap
$18Middle 50% between $13 and $24, 511 tutors
Cafetalk
$13Middle 50% between $9.51 and $15, 192 tutors
Apprentus
$33Middle 50% between $25 and $42, 136 tutors
Verbling
$29Middle 50% between $25 and $40, 41 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$60Middle 50% between $49 and $78, 28 tutors
Wyzant
$50Middle 50% between $45 and $60, 27 tutors
LanguaTalk
$33Middle 50% between $31 and $41, 6 tutors
Where Chinese tutors are from
- China4,620 / 8,301
- Taiwan696 / 8,301
- Hong Kong SAR China92 / 8,301
South Korea55 / 8,301- Japan53 / 8,301
Malaysia47 / 8,301
United States34 / 8,301
Canada24 / 8,301
Chinese tutors: FAQ
Across 8,282 Chinese tutors with a listed price, the median is $18 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $6.60 and $34 per hour.
AmazingTalker has the lowest median price for Chinese tutors in our data: $12 per hour, and a quarter of its tutors charge $6.60 or less.
Not really: native Chinese speakers charge a median of $18 per hour, while non-native tutors charge $20. We list 6,238 native speakers.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $1.27. Trials are offered on AmazingTalker, italki, Preply, Classgap, and Cafetalk, usually for 25 –30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We track 8,301 Chinese tutors on AmazingTalker, Tusclases / FindTutors, italki, Preply, Classgap, and Cafetalk. AmazingTalker has the most choice, with 2,954 tutors.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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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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