Honest comparison
iTalki built a massive community of language learners and tutors. But their 15% commission — plus the recent UX changes and payment delays — has tutors looking for alternatives. Here's how we compare.
“iTalki changed their interface AGAIN and now half my students can't find the reschedule button. Every time they 'improve' the UX, I lose bookings.”
— Tutor on r/iTalki
“Fewer lessons in 2026. Is it just me or has anyone else noticed a proper drop-off? I don't know if it's AI or the platform's algorithm burying me.”
— Tutor discussion, February 2026
“15% doesn't sound like much until you do 100 hours a month. That's 15 hours of work going straight to iTalki for what — a search listing?”
— Tutor on r/OnlineESLTeaching
“The credit system means students pre-pay iTalki, not you. If there's a dispute, the platform holds YOUR money while they sort it out.”
— Tutor community discussion
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One type of tutor — no 'Professional Teacher' vs 'Community Tutor' divide. You set your own rates based on your value.
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