9,167 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Chinese lesson costs $18 at the median, across the 9,167 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $11 and $25 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $2.20. Native speakers charge a median of $17 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
4,834 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
👉Give it a try- $3/ 25min
Chinese (Taiwan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · China
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
Beginner - Advanced, Conversation, HSK, Business Chinese, The Writer of www.thechairmansbao.com
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Certified✅ 5 years of Experience🐲 Neutral Mandarin Accent 🀄️Customized Course 🐉HSK 1-6✅
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeClassgap · China
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
Mandarin tutor providing lessons to Students and adults of all ages
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.
NativeCafetalk · China
はじめまして、りりの中国語教室へようこそ！ 一回目のレッスン、テーマをあらかじめ 設定しません。気軽におしゃべりしませんか？！中国語でも、日本語でも、中国語と日本語と混じっても、何でもOK！
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Apprentus
Mastering Chinese: Language & Culture for Enthusiasts and Professionals
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
口說會話、零基礎、拼音
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeVerbling · China
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
Professional Mandarin Teacher | 20,000+ Hours Experience | Business & Bilingual Specialist
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
5 years' experience teaching Chinese online
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeClassgap · China
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Voscours
Cours particuliers de Chinois（Phonétique : Le pinyin-Méthode de chinois）
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · China
Practice Mandarin speaking in a friendly and patient lesson.
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Apprentus
Mandarin / Cantonese Chinese courses - all levels - 5+ years of experience
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
✈️Travel | Office | grammar
Chinese (Taiwan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
👩🏫13 Years Teaching Experience 🧒Student Age From 5-70 Years Old 🏅️Various Teaching Methods
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Taiwan
Chinese (Taiwan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Taiwan
👩🏻💻 Movie Subtitle Translator & Certified Mandarin Coach for Adults ✨ Featuring a clear, charming Taiwanese accent ✨
Chinese (Taiwan) · Teaches A1–C2
NativeClassgap · China
Beginner-friendly|Fast-track Pinyin|Practical Chinese|Pronunciation Correction
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Voscours
Avec le meilleur accent mandarin, je donne les Cours de chinois tous niveaux, avec plus 10 ans d’expériences
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · China
Let me help you improve your conversation skills a step by step!
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Apprentus
Practical and Standard Chinese: Learn to Communicate with Clarity and Confidence
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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AmazingTalker is both the cheapest (median $9.24) and the biggest (3,467 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 | 3,467 | $9.24 | $6.60–$20 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 2,379 | $21 | $17–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| italki | 1,398 | $20 | $15–$28 | 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 | 557 | $18 | $14–$23 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Cafetalk | 209 | $13 | $9.47–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Apprentus | 151 | $33 | $26–$42 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Verbling | 43 | $30 | $25–$41 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 37 | $55 | $45–$60 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 31 | $61 | $50–$80 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Engoo | 20 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| LanguaTalk | 6 | $33 | $32–$39 | 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.
China5,307 / 9,167Taiwan730 / 9,167
Hong Kong SAR China103 / 9,167
South Korea59 / 9,167
Japan53 / 9,167
Malaysia50 / 9,167
United States42 / 9,167
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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 November 12, 2026
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