42,394 tutors · 16 platforms
A 60-minute online English lesson costs $18 at the median, across the 42,394 tutors we track on 16 platforms. Most tutors charge between $11 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $3.30. Native speakers charge a median of $18 per hour, versus $19 for non-native tutors.
10,403 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Cambly
A huge hello and a very warm welcome to all students - this is me Shahieda , I was born and bred in Cape Town , South Africa , I am a highly experienced…
English (South Africa) · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · South Africa
Boost confidence and improve your fluency with a TEFL certified tutor with 3 years experience!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · United Kingdom
Confidence to speak😃
British English · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCambly · South Africa
Hi, I’m Kay! I’m passionate about the English Language and have been an ESL teacher since 2012.
British English · Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Algeria
Teaches A1–C1
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Children English (4-11)
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Cambly
Hello hello! I'm a qualified teacher and language learner just like you, so I know what it's like.
British English · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Kenya
TESOL/TEFL Certified English and Swahili Teacher, join my lessons. Let us learn together.
Teaches A1–B1
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
📈1/2 Time 2xResources+ $22USD
Teaches A1
Cambly
Hello, dear Cambly student. I look forward to talking about your English goals and objectives with you.
American English · Teaches A1–C2
italki · China
A CELTA-qualified English teacher with 6 years of experience, a gardener, a cat lover, a traveller.
Teaches A2–B2
NativeAmazingTalker · Russia
🔥GROUP COURSES DISCOUNTS!
British English · Teaches A1–C2
Cambly
[“I come to believe that each of us has a personal calling that’s as unique as a fingerprint, that the best way to succeed is to discover what you love, and…
American English · Teaches B1–B2
italki · China
⚖️ 前法院书记员→中文教师 | MA TESOL | 助你通过HSK | 普通话一乙
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · South Africa
🥇Conversation🎈Kids 6+🎯Business
British English · Teaches A1–B2
Cambly
Hi there! Thanks for visiting my profile.
American English · Teaches B1–C2
italki · Russia
Teaches A1–C1
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Conversation|Business|Oral
Teaches A2–C2
Cambly
I've been teaching adults and children English for many years, and it comes naturally for me to guide you toward your language goals.
American English · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Cameroon
Specialized in improving fluency, activity course for children , culture, travel and leisure.
Teaches A1–B1
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
A in HKCEE+HKAL ReadingGrammar
Teaches A1–C2
Cambly
I enjoy sailing, travel, golf, keeping up with current events, listening to foreign radio broadcasts and working on improving my French.
American English · Teaches A1–A2
italki · Kenya
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
GEPT and TOEIC classes
American English · Teaches A1–C2
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AmazingTalker has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (7,246 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| italki | 7,246 | $20 | $14–$26 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 6,759 | $11 | $3.96–$22 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Cambly | 5,875 | from €24/month | — | 4.9★ | Not advertised | 30 min |
| NativeCamp | 5,267 | from ¥6,800/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial period | 25 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 5,057 | $17 | $11–$23 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| Engoo | 4,158 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| DMM英会話 | 1,900 | from ¥4,880/month | — | 4.9★ | Free trial period | 25 min |
| Apprentus | 1,343 | $29 | $20–$36 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Classgap | 1,293 | $18 | $12–$23 | 4.9★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Cafetalk | 985 | $13 | $9.56–$18 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Preply | 965 | $30 | $24–$43 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Wiingy | 858 | $40 | $38–$41 | 4.6★ | Free trial (55 min) | 55 min |
| Verbling | 470 | $25 | $19–$35 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 100 | $60 | $49–$69 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 73 | $60 | $40–$80 | 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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Philippines7,466 / 42,394
United States3,405 / 42,394United Kingdom2,859 / 42,394South Africa2,387 / 42,394
Japan1,089 / 42,394
Nigeria829 / 42,394Taiwan797 / 42,394
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Updated October 2, 2026
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