9,172 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Chinese lesson costs $18 at the median, across the 9,172 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.
1,398 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · China
Mandarin certificate, 8-year experience of teaching English, IELTS 7
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
Mandarin,Cantonese and Hakka teacher
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · China
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · Vietnam
👂🗣👀✍️ Contextual Teaching Method
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · China
Benjamin 🇬🇧 UK University Lecturer ✈️ 10 years' experience 🔥 🔥. Let's speak fluent Chinese with
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Indonesia
They call me a Polyglot but I just call myself a multilingual.
Chinese (Taiwan) · 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
Beginner-friendly 🌻 | Structured Lessons 📚 | Real-life & Business Chinese 💼 | Customized Learning
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Malaysia
Knowledgeable polyglot with vast teaching experiences
Chinese (Malaysia) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
A teacher with 5 years of teaching experience. Friendly, patient and supportive
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
To learn Chinese is to hold a key to China’s past and present.☕📚
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
With IPA certification, more than 10 years of teaching experience
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · China
Every little bit you say helps you make progress
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
在欧洲留学且拥有超过5年教学经验的中文母语教师
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
中日双语精通，深受英语圈跨日/中学习者喜爱。扎实奠定文法与听说基础。
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
拥有25年以上的教学经验，专注用汉字思维。
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
4年多线上教学经验/语言学专业/中文考试HSK/YCT/儿童&成人教学/business/writing
Chinese (China) · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
Chinese and Russian language teacher with 7 years of experience
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
"Interactive Classes | Cultural Bridges | Empowering Confident Communication ✨"
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Taiwan
🌿 Gentle Mandarin｜日本語OK｜English Support｜Business Chinese｜初心者歓迎
Chinese (Taiwan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
Teach in a Thailand middle school
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · Vietnam
Certified HSK Chinese Teacher with 9 Years of Experiences (Beginner/ Intermediate/ Advanced Level)
Chinese (Taiwan) · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · United States
Practical and fun is my recipe
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · China
🏅️CTCSOL Certified Teacher ✅Beginner-friendly⬆️Take your Mandarin fluency to the next level!
Chinese (China) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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AmazingTalker is both the cheapest (median $9.24) and the biggest (3,468 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 | 3,468 | $9.24 | $6.60–$20 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 2,381 | $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 | 153 | $33 | $25–$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 | $50 | $42–$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.
China5,308 / 9,172Taiwan730 / 9,172
Hong Kong SAR China103 / 9,172
South Korea59 / 9,172
Japan53 / 9,172Malaysia50 / 9,172United States42 / 9,172
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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 13, 2026
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