Best Online Math Tutoring for Kids in 2026: Cost per Hour Compared

For most families, Wyzant is the best place to start with online math tutoring: you pick a specific tutor, pay by the lesson with no contract, and the first hour with a new tutor is free if it isn’t a good fit. If you already know your child needs steady 1:1 math help for a semester or more, Cuemath works out cheaper per hour, as long as you’re comfortable paying for 6 or 12 months up front.

If you’re not sure your child needs a tutor at all, try free Khan Academy for a couple of weeks first. That costs nothing and tells you where the gaps are.

How we chose

We haven’t enrolled a child with any of these services. This guide is built from each provider’s own pricing, policy and help pages, read on 2026-10-14 and listed in the sources. We compared what parents actually weigh: who teaches, whether it’s 1:1 or a group, how much an hour of tutoring really costs once session length and fees are counted, how long you’re locked in, and what you get back if it doesn’t work out.

Most “best math tutoring” lists quote a headline price per class. That number isn’t comparable across services, because a Cuemath class is 40 minutes, a Wyzant lesson is priced per hour, and Outschool classes are priced per listing. So below we convert everything to cost per hour of live tutoring.

The picks

1. Our pick

Wyzant

Best for families wanting to pick a private 1:1 tutor in almost any subject

Pricing: Tutors set rates; $35–60/hr on average; pay per lesson, no subscription

What we like

• No subscriptions or upfront payments; free to sign up, search and message tutors
• First hour with a new tutor guaranteed: not satisfied, you don't pay
• Online or in-person lessons; online tools include whiteboard, audio/video and code editor

Watch out for

• Rates vary by tutor; some listed tutors charge $85–$249/hr
• No free trial (satisfaction guarantee on first hour instead)

Why it’s our top pick: Wyzant is a marketplace, not a program. You read tutor profiles, message them for free, and book the person who fits your child, whether that means a patient explainer for a 4th grader who hates fractions or a calculus specialist for a junior. Wyzant says tutors average $35–$60 an hour, with no subscription and no upfront payment, and its Good Fit Guarantee means you don’t pay for the first hour with a new tutor if you’re not satisfied.

Who it’s not for: families who want someone else to plan the curriculum and handle scheduling. Quality and price depend on the tutor you choose, and some listed tutors charge well over $100 an hour.

2. Runner-up

Cuemath

Best for grades K–12 who want 1:1 online math tutoring with the same tutor

Pricing: From $15/class (12-month plan, KG–G5); 6-month plans from $17/class; platform fee per billing cycle

What we like

• 1-on-1 math tutoring for Grades K–12, 40 minutes per class
• Same tutor in every session, with flexible leaves and schedule
• G8–G12 plans include a free SAT Prep Suite (listed as worth $499)

Watch out for

• Billed in 6- or 12-month blocks (e.g. $884 every 26 weeks for KG–G5) plus a platform fee
• Math only; no free trial stated (offers an evaluation instead)

Why it’s here: Cuemath is a math-only program with a structured curriculum and the same 1:1 tutor every session. Classes are 40 minutes. Plans come in 6-month (52 classes) or 12-month (104 classes) blocks, which works out to about two classes a week. Per hour of tutoring, it’s the cheapest 1:1 option here if you commit.

Who it’s not for: anyone testing the waters. The 6-month plan bills $884 to $1,482 every 26 weeks plus a $90 platform fee. Refunds are pro-rata for unused classes, minus payment and processing charges, and you have to request one at least 15 days before 12 months from the invoice date (see the refund policy).

3. Also great

Outschool

Best for kids 3–18 exploring live online classes across many subjects

Pricing: Pay per class at the teacher's listed price, or an optional monthly membership (credits worth $0.50 each); plan prices not shown on the public membership page

What we like

• Live online classes for ages 3–18
• Very large catalog (states 140,000+ subjects)
• Membership optional; member credits roll over while active, and you can pause for up to 12 weeks

Watch out for

• Online only
• Price varies class to class (set per listing), so there's no single starting price

Why it’s here: Outschool is the pick for math enrichment rather than catch-up: live group classes on a single topic or skill, taught by independent teachers. You can pay per class at the listed price, and membership is optional. Members get monthly credits (each worth $0.50 toward classes) that roll over while the membership is active, and you can pause for up to 12 weeks.

Who it’s not for: a child who is behind and needs someone to diagnose and fix specific gaps. A group class can’t adjust to one child the way a 1:1 tutor can. Prices vary class by class, so compare a few listings before you enroll.

What an hour of tutoring really costs

Here’s the same amount of tutoring priced three ways: 34.7 hours, the total time in one Cuemath 6-month plan (52 classes × 40 minutes). Cuemath figures include the $90 platform fee on 6-month plans. The 12-month plans list a $0 platform fee.

Cuemath shows three price tiers ($15–$25.50 per class on 12-month plans) across its grade tabs, and the page doesn’t spell out which grades pay which. The SAT Prep Suite bundled with the top tier suggests older students pay more, so check your child’s grade on the pricing page before you compare.

The takeaway: Cuemath’s lowest tier is cheaper per hour than nearly any Wyzant tutor, but you pay for half a year or a full year at once. Wyzant costs more per hour, but you can stop after one lesson. For a child who might only need a month of help before a unit test, Wyzant almost always costs less overall.

Which one should you pick?

• Your child is behind in a specific area and you want help this week: Wyzant. Message two or three tutors, book a first hour with the one who answers best, and use the Good Fit Guarantee if it doesn’t click.
• Your child needs steady support all year (twice a week) and you can budget for it: Cuemath. The 12-month plan is the cheapest per hour here, but only if you’ll actually use two classes a week.
• Your child is doing fine and you want them to enjoy math more: Outschool group classes, paid per class until you know you’ll keep going.
• You’re not sure yet: Khan Academy (free, K–12 and early college). If you want an AI helper on top, Khanmigo is $4/month or $44/year for a family subscription, signed up by a parent for kids under 18. It guides kids toward answers rather than giving them.
• Your child needs in-person help: Wyzant also lists in-person tutors, which Cuemath and Outschool don’t offer.

FAQ

How much does online math tutoring cost for kids?

On Wyzant, tutors set their own rates. Wyzant says the average is $35–$60 an hour, and some charge much more. Cuemath works out to roughly $22.50–$45 per hour of 1:1 time depending on the price tier and plan length, but it’s billed in 6- or 12-month blocks. Outschool group classes are priced per listing.

Is online math tutoring as effective as in-person?

It depends more on the tutor and how often your child meets them than on the format. Online tutors here use shared whiteboards and video (Wyzant lists a whiteboard, audio/video and a code editor in its lesson tools). If your child struggles to focus on a screen, Wyzant’s in-person option is worth a look.

How many tutoring sessions a week does my child need?

Cuemath’s plans are built around about two 40-minute classes a week. For catching up on a single unit, many families start with one session a week and adjust. Paying per lesson, as you do on Wyzant, makes it easy to change.

Is there free online math tutoring for kids?

Khan Academy is a free nonprofit with 840+ courses covering K–12 math and more, and Khan Academy Kids is a free app for ages 2–8. It isn’t live tutoring, but it’s a strong first step.