Head to head
italki vs Preply
Both are marketplaces for one-to-one language lessons where tutors set their own rates and you pay per lesson. italki lists 150+ languages and also offers group classes. Preply offers trial lessons.
italki
1-on-1 language lessons with tutors worldwide
Choose italki if you are learning a less common language or want group classes too.
Preply
1-on-1 language lessons with tutors worldwide
Choose Preply if you want to try a tutor with a trial lesson before committing.
| italki | Preply | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Pay per lesson | Pay per lesson |
| Free option | No | No |
| Toolora score | 88/100 | 88/100 |
| Known for | 150+ languages · Professional teachers and community tutors · Pay as you go · Group classes and community practice | 1-on-1 video lessons · Trial lessons · Tutors set their own rates · Schedule around your week |
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