Fabian
Nativeitalki · Germany
- Native
- 34 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$11/h
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5,157 tutors · 11 platforms
Cheap German tutors under $17 an hour
The most affordable quarter of German tutors charge $17 per hour or less: 1,390 tutors across 11 platforms. For comparison, the overall median is $23. Trial lessons typically cost $0. Native speakers charge a median of $30 per hour, versus $23 for non-native tutors.
$13/h
Median / hour
$11–$16
Typical range
$0
Trial lesson
1,390
on 11 platforms
Compare German tutors
163 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Trung
Nativeitalki · Germany
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$15/h
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Mergim
Nativeitalki · Austria
- Native
- 29 lessons
- Not listed
- English +4
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 80% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Pedro
Nativeitalki · Germany
Hallo ich bin neu hier auf I Talki und würde mich freuen Dir die Deutsche Sprache näher zubringen.
- Native
- 12 lessons
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 94% of messages
Teaches A2–B1
$16/h
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Sarah
Nativeitalki · Portugal
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- Italian +1
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 97% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
$15/h
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Jakub
Nativeitalki · Czechia
Deutsch lernen ohne Bücher! 🚀 Muttersprachler (C2) | Praxis & Konversation
- Native
- 14 lessons
- Not listed
- Czech +1
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 83% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$17/h
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David
Nativeitalki · France
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +5
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 64% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$12/h
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Alexander
Nativeitalki · Germany
Deutsch für Anfänger und Fortgeschrittene A1-C1
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
$16/h
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Michelle
Nativeitalki · Germany
Native German Community Teacher
- Native
- 2 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
$12/h
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Salome
Nativeitalki · Germany
Native German Speaker | Relaxed & Friendly Conversations :)
- Native
- 6 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$15/h
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Markus
Nativeitalki · Germany
Native German Tutor | Practical Conversation & Business German
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$14/h
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Sophie
Nativeitalki · Germany
Lose your fear of speaking! If German or English, conversations with no pressure.
- Native
- 18 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$15/h
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jeannetteprickler
Nativeitalki · Germany
Deutsch lernen, leicht gemacht
- Native
- 39 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 79% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
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Richard
Nativeitalki · Germany
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
Jonas
Nativeitalki · South Korea
Chinese Learner & Musician to talk German to!
- Native
- 21 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 79% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
Joshua
Nativeitalki · Germany
Experienced German Tutor | Conversation-Based and Personalized Lessons
- Native
- 41 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 96% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$17/h
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onur
Nativeitalki · Germany
DaF Kompakt - mit der Birkenbihl-Methode leicht gemacht
- Native
- 11 lessons
- Not listed
- Turkish +2
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 79% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
$14/h
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Ibrahim
Nativeitalki · Austria
Native German Conversation Tutor for Confident Speaking (A2-C1)
- Native
- 37 lessons
- Not listed
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Everyday admin & immigration
$15/h
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Daniel
Nativeitalki · Italy
Specialist in the german language and a teacher who passionately discusses topics.
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 90% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
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Stephanie
Nativeitalki · Germany
German for Beginners (A1–A2)
- Native
- 2 lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–A2
- Beginners
Zacharias
Nativeitalki · Germany
Native German speaker helping learners gain confidence
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- Polish +2
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
Domagoj
Nativeitalki · Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- Bosnian +4
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 95% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$17/h
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DE_Nina
Nativeitalki · Germany
conversation-based lessons with a native speaker - for everyday life & professional life
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Everyday admin & immigration
$15/h
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Oleg
Nativeitalki · Russia
Mehrsprachiger Deutsch-Tutor mit 1,5 Jahre DaF-Unterrichtserfahrung
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- Russian +3
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$16/h
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German tutors by platform
Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($17), while Tusclases / FindTutors offers the most choice (2,964 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 2,964 | $23 | $17–$28 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| Preply | 913 | $34 | $24–$47 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| italki | 475 | $20 | $15–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Classgap | 374 | $24 | $18–$30 | 4.9★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 100 | $32 | $12–$40 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Apprentus | 86 | $33 | $21–$48 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 73 | $60 | $49–$78 | 4.9★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Verbling | 72 | $39 | $28–$45 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Cafetalk | 46 | $17 | $12–$23 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| LanguaTalk | 29 | $39 | $33–$51 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Wyzant | 25 | $55 | $45–$95 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
How much German tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$23Middle 50% between $17 and $34, 5154 tutors
Native speakers
$30Middle 50% between $22 and $42, 1226 tutors
Non-native
$23Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 3928 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$23Middle 50% between $17 and $28, 2962 tutors
Preply
$34Middle 50% between $24 and $47, 913 tutors
italki
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $30, 475 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $30, 374 tutors
AmazingTalker
$32Middle 50% between $12 and $40, 100 tutors
Apprentus
$33Middle 50% between $21 and $48, 86 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$60Middle 50% between $49 and $78, 73 tutors
Verbling
$39Middle 50% between $28 and $45, 71 tutors
Cafetalk
$17Middle 50% between $12 and $23, 46 tutors
LanguaTalk
$39Middle 50% between $33 and $51, 29 tutors
Wyzant
$55Middle 50% between $45 and $95, 25 tutors
Where German tutors are from
- Germany992 / 5,157
- Austria109 / 5,157
- Italy101 / 5,157
Spain73 / 5,157
Ukraine56 / 5,157
Switzerland52 / 5,157
Egypt50 / 5,157- Russia35 / 5,157
German tutors: FAQ
The cheapest quarter of German tutors in our directory charge $17 per hour or less (1,390 tutors). Community tutors and non-native speakers are usually the most affordable, and many offer discounted trial lessons.
Across 5,154 German tutors with a listed price, the median is $23 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $12 and $46 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $0. Trials are offered on Preply, italki, Classgap, AmazingTalker, and Verbling, 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 28, 2026
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