Checked against Preply's own published pages on 29 September 2026. No lesson price is quoted here because each tutor sets their own rate; the tutors Preply shows as examples are not a price range.
Luctura verdict
Best for: speaking practice with a real person, learners who stall on apps alone, exam or work-specific goals a tutor can plan around.
Not for: learners who want a fixed, predictable price, self-paced study without scheduled lessons, anyone needing a formal certificate.
Key strengths
- You choose your own tutor from over 100,000 tutors teaching 90 languages and 120+ subjects, according to Preply.
- Lessons are live and 1-on-1, which gives the speaking practice that apps like Duolingo and Babbel cannot.
- If the trial lesson doesn't meet your expectations, Preply lets you switch to another tutor for free or get a full refund.
One caveat
There is no single price to compare — the cost depends entirely on the tutor you pick, and the 28-day subscription charges automatically, with unused lessons expiring at renewal.
Features
✓ Mobile app✗ Free audit✓ Business plan✗ Certificates✗ Employer recognised✗ Degrees✓ Live classes
Content focus
Language LearningTutoring
Pricing
| Option | Cost |
|---|---|
| Lesson price | Set by each tutor and shown on their profile — Preply has no single price |
| Trial lesson | 25 or 50 minutes, 1-on-1 with the tutor you pick |
| If the trial doesn't suit you | Switch to another tutor for free, or ask for a full refund |
| Billing | Automatic every 28 days for a fixed number of lessons |
| Minimum plan | 4 lessons per 28-day cycle |
| Unused lessons | Expire at renewal and do not carry over |
| Cancellation | Any time, at least 1 day before the next billing date |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Preply cost?
Preply does not have a fixed price. Each tutor sets their own rate per lesson, shown on the tutor's profile. After a trial lesson you choose a subscription based on how many lessons you want: Preply charges automatically every 28 days for a fixed number of lessons, the minimum plan is 4 lessons per cycle, and unused lessons expire at renewal. You can change the plan or cancel at any time, at least one day before the next billing date.
How does the Preply trial lesson work?
Preply starts with a 25- or 50-minute trial lesson with the tutor you choose. If it doesn't live up to your expectations, Preply lets you switch to another tutor for free or get a full refund.
How does the Preply subscription work?
You pick a plan based on how many lessons you want. Preply charges automatically every 28 days for that number of lessons, with a minimum of 4 lessons per cycle. Lessons you don't schedule expire at renewal. You can change or cancel the plan at any time, at least one day before the next billing date.
Preply or a language app like Duolingo or Babbel?
They do different jobs. Apps build vocabulary and daily habit cheaply; Preply gives you live 1-on-1 speaking practice with a tutor. Many learners use an app for daily practice and a tutor for conversation.
Who should avoid Preply?
Learners who want a fixed, predictable price, prefer fully self-paced study, or need a formal certificate. Preply sells lessons with a tutor, not accredited courses.
Sources
Every figure on this page comes from Preply's own published pages, listed below.