Takako. M
Cafetalk · Japan
日本語をまず話してみましょう！入門編、中級編、上級編
- Fluent (C2)
- 5,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- Japanese
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
- Kids
- Beginners
$7.65/h
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29,686 tutors · 16 platforms
Cheap English tutors under $12 an hour
The most affordable quarter of English tutors charge $12 per hour or less: 3,572 tutors across 16 platforms. For comparison, the overall median is $20. Trial lessons typically cost $1.10. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$10/h
Median / hour
$7.85–$12
Typical range
$1.10
Trial lesson
3,572
on 16 platforms
Compare English tutors
369 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Cyndy
NativeCafetalk · Nigeria
Discover Nigeria: culture, traditions, and everyday life
- Native
- 3 lessons
- Not listed
- French +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Business
- Kids
- Everyday admin & immigration
Juno.T
Cafetalk · Japan
ちょっとした空き時間に☆ 役立つ単語や表現を学びましょう！
- Fluent (C2)
- 2,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- Japanese
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Kids
- Beginners
$2.55/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
Makiko Ishibe
Cafetalk · Japan
Enjoy learning and you will definitely grow to love the Japanese language! Let’s enjoy Japanese lessons!!
- Fluent (C2)
- 2,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- Japanese
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Kids
$11/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.27
Hannah
NativeCafetalk · Romania
This lesson can be used for group lessons , such as all your kids or all family members or friends
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- Romanian +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Exam prep
- Kids
$6.37/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $2.55
Michael Norton
NativeCafetalk · United States
Pretend I'm a tourist in your country. Walk me through your favorite spots, activities, and anything else in English!
- Native
- 20 lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
$9.35/h
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Hanako
Cafetalk · Japan
はじめて日本語を学習する子供さん向け
- Fluent (C2)
- 2,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- Japanese
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
- Kids
$6.12/h
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Julien R.-K.
NativeCafetalk · France
Let's see how I can help you!
- Native
- 5,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- French +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
$9.56/h
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Andy Dave
NativeCafetalk · Egypt
Short conversation in English
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- French
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
Jazmin
NativeCafetalk · Mexico
Practice your pronunciation and learn how natives pronounce Spanish
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
Rus. Teacher Sam
NativeCafetalk · Russia
ロシア - ウクライナ。フリートーク
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Russian +2
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
$8.92/h
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Sasha S.
NativeCafetalk · Russia
...and History, Literature & Art to discover together!
- Native
- 23 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Italian +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Business
anchalee
Cafetalk · Thailand
タイ語を勉強している方で、自分のタイ語力はどのくらいのレベルなのか、せっかく勉強して来たので何か資格を取りたいと思っていませんか。。。このコースで自分のレベルを知りましょう。
- Fluent (C2)
- 100+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- Thai +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
$7.65/h
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Shuni
NativeCafetalk · Indonesia
Learn the Indonesian You Won't Find in Textbooks
- Native
- 47 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Indonesian +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
$6.37/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.46
Rena N.
NativeCafetalk · Philippines
Fun 1-on-1 Halloween English Craft & Speaking Lesson for Kids (30 Mins)
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Filipino +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Business
- Kids
$7.65/h
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Seth M
Cafetalk · Philippines
Speak naturally and confidently through relaxed conversation practice
- Fluent (C2)
- 12 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- Arabic +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Business
- Kids
$11/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
Chris in Canada
NativeCafetalk · Canada
Great for building your vocabulary and confidence!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- Japanese
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Kids
$12/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.27
Miss Teresa
NativeCafetalk · United States
How much should we love our fur babies?
- Native
- 8 lessons
- Not listed
- Korean
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Kids
Cris
NativeCafetalk · United States
For 1 on 1 Minecraft lesson.
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- Japanese
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Kids
Maqui
NativeCafetalk · Argentina
Improve your English for meetings, emails, presentations, interviews, and workplace conversations.
- Native
- 7 lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
- Business
- Kids
- Beginners
$9.18/h
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sayaka HK
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語のりずむに楽しく慣れよう！
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Language degree · verified
- Japanese +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Kids
$7.65/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.91
Nao Kagiuchi
Cafetalk · Japan
幼児さんから大人までのHalloween特別レッスンです！ハロウィントピックで絵本読みやお歌、ゲームなどを楽しみます☆
- Fluent (C2)
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- Japanese +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Kids
- Beginners
Yoshinori
Cafetalk · Japan
あなたの文章理解を１文ずつ確認＆サポートします！
- Fluent (C2)
- 5,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- Japanese
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Audrey オードリー
NativeCafetalk · Canada
Let's warm up and get to know each other. This lesson is for NEW students only.
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Chinese +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Beginners
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English tutors by platform
Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($13), while Cambly offers the most choice (5,785 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambly | 5,785 | from €24/month | — | 4.9★ | Not advertised | 30 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 4,405 | $17 | $10–$24 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| NativeCamp | 4,310 | from ¥6,800/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial period | 25 min |
| Engoo | 4,013 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| AmazingTalker | 3,155 | $20 | $11–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| DMM英会話 | 1,697 | from ¥4,880/month | — | 4.9★ | Free trial period | 25 min |
| Classgap | 1,218 | $18 | $12–$23 | 4.9★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| italki | 1,024 | $17 | $12–$23 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Preply | 965 | $30 | $24–$43 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 960 | $13 | $9.56–$18 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Wiingy | 857 | $40 | $38–$41 | 4.6★ | Free trial (55 min) | 55 min |
| Apprentus | 641 | $29 | $21–$38 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Verbling | 453 | $25 | $19–$35 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 99 | $60 | $49–$69 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 59 | $60 | $40–$75 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 45 | $28 | $24–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
How much English tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $12 and $30, 13863 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $12 and $30, 4438 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $13 and $32, 9425 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$17Middle 50% between $10 and $24, 4392 tutors
AmazingTalker
$20Middle 50% between $11 and $30, 3155 tutors
Classgap
$18Middle 50% between $12 and $23, 1218 tutors
italki
$17Middle 50% between $12 and $23, 1024 tutors
Preply
$30Middle 50% between $24 and $43, 965 tutors
Cafetalk
$13Middle 50% between $9.56 and $18, 955 tutors
Wiingy
$40Middle 50% between $38 and $41, 857 tutors
Apprentus
$29Middle 50% between $21 and $38, 641 tutors
Verbling
$25Middle 50% between $19 and $35, 453 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$60Middle 50% between $49 and $69, 99 tutors
Wyzant
$60Middle 50% between $40 and $75, 59 tutors
LanguaTalk
$28Middle 50% between $24 and $33, 45 tutors
Where English tutors are from
- Philippines5,829 / 29,686
- United States1,733 / 29,686
United Kingdom1,582 / 29,686
South Africa1,057 / 29,686- Japan974 / 29,686
Taiwan592 / 29,686
Serbia550 / 29,686
China419 / 29,686
English tutors: FAQ
The cheapest quarter of English tutors in our directory charge $12 per hour or less (3,572 tutors). Community tutors and non-native speakers are usually the most affordable, and many offer discounted trial lessons.
Across 13,863 English tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $6.60 and $41 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $1.10. Trials are offered on NativeCamp, Engoo, AmazingTalker, DMM英会話, and Classgap, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
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 September 29, 2026
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