Guides set their own rates.
No markup. No mystery.
SkillMonster has no platform price list: each Guide sets a per-session or per-hour rate and shows it on their profile before you book. Pay only for what you use.
Questions
Questions about pricing
How pricing works
Guides set their own rates
Every Guide on SkillMonster lists a per-session or per-hour price on their profile — transparent, up-front, no surprises. Rates vary by subject, experience, and demand.
Book exactly what you need
Pay per session or buy a package — no subscription trap. Cancel anytime. A short trial session is the best way to check fit before committing to more.
No institute markup
Coaching institutes carry overhead for admin, buildings and brand. SkillMonster cuts that out. You pay the Guide directly; we charge a small platform fee only on completed sessions.
Guide rates
Every Guide sets their own per-session rate and shows it on their profile before you book, in your local currency. Rates vary with subject, experience and demand, so the profile is the only place a price is stated. The platform fee is applied at checkout and shown before you pay.
See Guides and their ratesSkillMonster vs coaching institutes
| SkillMonster | Coaching institute | |
|---|---|---|
| Transparent per-session pricing | Yes | No |
| Book by subject, not batch | Yes | No |
| No fixed-term contract | Yes | No |
| Trial session available | Yes | No |
| One-to-one sessions | Yes | No |
| Guide personally vetted | Yes | No |
| Adaptive pre-session quiz | Yes | No |
| Pay-per-session (no subscription) | Yes | No |
Pricing FAQ
Is there a platform fee on top of the Guide rate?
Yes — SkillMonster charges a small platform fee on completed sessions. This covers payment processing, platform maintenance, and advisor support. The fee is shown transparently at checkout.
Can I try a Guide before committing?
Yes. Most Guides offer a 30-minute introductory session at a reduced rate. Check the Guide's profile for availability, or ask an advisor to arrange an intro.
What's the refund policy if a session doesn't go well?
If a session is cancelled by the Guide with less than 24 hours' notice, you receive a full refund. For other disputes, our advisors review the case — we protect both sides fairly.
Can Guides charge in USD if I'm in India?
No — Guides set pricing in the currency of their primary region. Indian Guides price in INR; US Guides in USD. Currency is always shown on the Guide's profile.
Are packages cheaper than per-session?
Some Guides offer package discounts for 5 or 10 session bundles. Look for the package pricing badge on a Guide's profile. Packages are non-refundable after the second session.
Not sure what budget to start with?
Talk to an advisor — free, no commitment. We'll match you with Guides in your budget range.