7,377 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Chinese lesson costs $18 at the median, across the 7,377 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $11 and $25 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $1.10. Native speakers charge a median of $16 per hour, versus $22 for non-native tutors.
3,585 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Taiwan
When you take the first step, you're halfway there. Come on, be brave and learn Chinese with me!
Nativeitalki · Singapore
standing sub-committee member of World TCM Association
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
speaking, HSK.expert
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Conversational Chinese Classes with a Personal Touch
Nativeitalki · China
Certified CTCSOL Mandarin teacher — guiding your Chinese learning journey with patience and warmth.
Teaches A2–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · China
口說🥇六年普通話教學＋全職數學💥閱讀寫作🐸繪本💥糾正發音
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.
NativePreply · China
Certified Tutor fluent in French, Japanese, Mandarin, Shanghai Dialect, and English.
Nativeitalki · China
CTCSOL certificate/ Finance master/ experienced in HSK、basic、speaking and business chinese
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
🚀 Daily Conversation
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · China
🌟Certified Chinese Tutor/Immersive Chinese Classes with Minimal English/Real-Life Conversations/ALL levels/Systematic & Customized Courses/HSK/Travel
Nativeitalki · China
Teaches A1–A2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
To be a confident person🔥
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · China
🍀Advanced Certified International Chinese Teacher 🍀English Translation Major ( friendly to beginners ) 🍀Years of International Trade & Foreign Company Experien…
Nativeitalki · China
3年对外汉语教学经验，普通话二甲证书，擅长零基础入门、日常口语速成、旅游汉语及 HSK 考级辅导。英语专业，可中英双语授课，适配成人通勤学习、少儿趣味启蒙、华裔孩子巩固中文
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · China
Nationally Certified Teacher
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Empathy|Patience|Non-textbook teaching | Authentic Chinese conversation: Daily life / Business / Culture / Life
Nativeitalki · Malaysia
CTCSOL Certified | Master’s Student in TCSL | Beginner–Intermediate Mandarin | Conversation Practice
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
🔥10 Yrs+👍Super Friendly~
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · China
Professional Mandarin Tutor for Adults | HSK, Business & Daily Conversation
Nativeitalki · China
拥有15年钢琴教龄的高校教师，上海话是我的母语，上海话教学比任何人都接地气，更专业。同时能使用一级甲等水平的普通话和简单的英语口语进行交流。欢迎您走进我的课堂，了解上海这座国际大都市的文化和旅游潮玩。
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
🎓 Englishfor all ages 🗣
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · China
•Say goodbye to silent Chinese, Low-pressure encouraging classes .Business Chinese.Daily Conversations . Travel Chinese. Specialize in HSK Levels 1-6 • Lessons…
Nativeitalki · China
Certified Chinese Teacher Helping You Make Steady Progress
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
Linguistics MA | TOEIC golden
Teaches A1–C2
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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 | 347 | $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 | 106 | $34 | $26–$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.
China3,891 / 7,377Taiwan624 / 7,377
Hong Kong SAR China80 / 7,377
South Korea53 / 7,377
Japan45 / 7,377Malaysia29 / 7,377
United States28 / 7,377
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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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