Choosing the right tutoring platform isn't easy. There are many options out there, and we understand that choosing one over another can always feel like a risk. In the UK, MyTutor and Superprof are among the largest and best tutoring platforms.⁴ Here, we'll look at both of them, what they offer, what they do well, and what you need to think about when choosing a tutor for you or your children.
Key Takeaways
- MyTutor is best suited to parents and students seeking structured academic support aligned with the UK curriculum, particularly for GCSE and A-Level subjects.
- Superprof offers greater flexibility, a wider subject range, and more control for tutors over pricing and lesson formats.
- MyTutor uses a pay-as-you-go model with no subscription, while Superprof requires a Student Pass to contact tutors.
- Tutors on Superprof keep 100 per cent of their lesson fees, while MyTutor tutors operate within a more structured platform.
Platform Overview: MyTutor and Superprof at a Glance
MyTutor and Superprof are both platforms that connect students with tutors. However, there are differences between them given how they choose to operate. MyTutor, for example, is built around structured, curriculum-aligned academic tutoring, with a focus on the UK and school subjects like GCSE and A-Level.¹ Superprof, on the other hand, is a broad marketplace that covers everything from academic subjects to languages, much like Preply, hobbies, and skills.³
For students, MyTutor offers a more guided, managed experience, making it preferable to parents seeking exam support. However, Superprof offers far more choice and flexibility, allowing learners to enjoy a wide range of tutors and lesson formats.
The differences between the two platforms stem from how they evolved. MyTutor is a UK-based tutoring platform designed to support UK school students. This is why the emphasis is on exam preparation and parental reassurance. Superprof, by contrast, was founded to democratise tutoring and is a global tutoring platform. This is why it accommodates a wide range of subjects, learning styles, and teaching formats.
| Feature | MyTutor | Superprof |
|---|---|---|
| Primary focus | Academic & exam tutoring (GCSE, A-Level) | Academic, languages, hobbies & skills |
| Lesson format | Online only | Online and in-person |
| Student pricing model | Pay-per-lesson, no subscription | Student Pass + tutor-set lesson fees |
| Tutor pricing control | Platform-managed within set ranges | Full control, no commission |
| Tutor vetting | Vetted and screened tutors | Open marketplace with profile-based trust |
| Best for students | Parents and exam-focused learners | Flexible learners across many subjects |
| Best for tutors | Tutors preferring structure and demand | Independent tutors seeking flexibility |
How Each Platform Works
Since MyTutor and Superprof operate under different models, your experience with each will differ. It boils down to whether you want a more curated, platform-led experience or a more open, tutor-driven experience. It's up to you to pick based on how you want lessons to be arranged, how you want to find tutors, and how much control you want in this choice.
These differences shape the learning experience with tutors across platforms. MyTutor has a more limited choice, so there's more clarity, consistency, and reassurance in tutoring.¹ Superprof has gone in the opposite direction. Users have more responsibility and ultimately more choice and freedom. They can find tutors to tailor lessons around schedules, budgets, and learning preferences.
Lesson Setup and Delivery
MyTutor delivers lessons exclusively through its platform, which includes integrated tools for academic tutoring. Superprof offers lessons in-person or online; whatever the tutor chooses to offer, lessons can be adapted to different subjects and learning styles. Lessons are more standardised on MyTutor, while they're far more varied on Superprof.
Communication and Support
All the communication on MyTutor takes place on the platform, much like Tutorful. Superprof lets students and tutors contact each other directly. Both platforms offer support, but Superprof leaves the tutors and students much more autonomy to make arrangements.
Tutor Matching and Platform Involvement
MyTutor uses tutor matching for academic needs. Superprof lets students choose their tutors. The better option boils down to whether you want to be assigned a tutor or choose the right one for you.
Pricing: Student Costs vs Tutor Pay
Pricing is where the main differences between MyTutor and Superprof emerge. On MyTutor, it's a pay-as-you-go model.¹ On Superprof, lesson costs are independent of the platform, with students only paying for the Student Pass to contact potential tutors.³ The lesson prices on Superprof are chosen by the tutors and paid directly to the tutors.³
MyTutor tutors set their own hourly rates, which typically reflect experience level and subject demand. Rates tend to be higher for exam-level tutoring, particularly GCSE and A-Level subjects. Unlike open marketplaces, tutor earnings are shaped by platform structure, lesson demand, and student matching rather than complete pricing freedom.
Subject Range and Specialist Support
MyTutor focuses on academic subjects and the UK curriculum, with its strongest offerings being GCSE and A-Level tuition. Superprof has a much broader approach. GCSE and A-Level tutoring is offered, but there's also any subject or skill you can think of, from art to Zumba. MyTutor focuses on academic depth while Superprof emphasises breadth and versatility.
Academic and Exam Subjects
- MyTutor focuses on GCSE and A-Level subjects
- Strong alignment with the UK curriculum
- Exam preparation and school support prioritised
Languages
- MyTutor offers limited language tutoring
- Superprof covers a wide range of modern and classical languages
- Suitable for beginners through to advanced learners
Hobbies and Skills
- MyTutor does not offer non-academic subjects
- Superprof includes music, arts, sports, coding, and lifestyle skills
- Appeals to learners beyond formal education
Tutor Requirements and Vetting Process
Superprof is an open marketplace with tutors having detailed profiles, reviews, and response rates. MyTutor screens tutors before joining, focusing on their suitability for UK curriculum content.² Generally, MyTutor's tutor requirements are designed around giving parents confidence when choosing their tutors. At the same time, Superprof lets tutors see everything they need to know about their potential tutor before choosing.
MyTutor
Superprof
Student Experience and Reviews
Much like FindTutors, MyTutor focuses on a consistent, reassuring experience for students and parents, with a clear focus on parents choosing tutors for their kids studying GCSE or A-Level.⁵ Superprof has a much broader offering, with the ultimate student experience being down to the tutor they choose, with a much wider variety of tutors available.⁶ MyTutor provides a predictable tutoring service while Superprof offers choice and flexibility.
MyTutor
Superprof
Which Platform Suits Each Best?
The choice between MyTutor and Superprof is ultimately up to you and what you're looking for in your tutoring platform. There's not really much we can say without sounding biased. Still, MyTutor could be a good fit for those who want an exam-orientated and curriculum-focused solution. It takes much of the decision-making away from parents and provides a guided academic experience.
This isn't how we think things should be done at Superprof, where we prefer to provide a service that suits a broader range of learners, including adult learners, university students, and hobbyists. Flexibility is our strength, and students should have more control over their lesson formats, subjects, and pricing so that tutoring suits their schedules and goals, not the other way around. With Superprof, students have independence and control, quite similar to First Tutors, but not exactly the same.
Parents of School-Age Children
MyTutor might be slightly better for families seeking curriculum-aligned tutoring from vetted tutors with a clear academic focus.
Adult Learners and University Students
Superprof suits learners who want flexibility, diverse subjects, and control over how lessons are arranged.
Tutors
Superprof works best for tutors who want pricing freedom and independence. At the same time, MyTutor suits those who prefer a structured, platform-managed environment.
Final Verdict
So what choice should you make? Ultimately, that's up to you. You should know enough now to start making decisions. MyTutor is undoubtedly a good choice for parents who focus solely on GCSEs and A-Levels.⁴ Superprof, on the other hand, is for anything, including GCSE and A-Levels. Do you prefer structure and guidance or flexibility and independence?
We certainly think you'll like Superprof, and since you're already here, why not browse some of the tutors' profiles to see what's on offer? If you find some potential tutors that you like the look of (and we're sure you will), you can get the Student Pass to start contacting them and arranging your lessons. Whatever you want to learn, you'll find a tutor for it here. Happy learning!
References
- MyTutor – How MyTutor Works
https://www.mytutor.co.uk/how-it-works/ - MyTutor – Become a Tutor
https://www.mytutor.co.uk/tutors/ - Superprof UK – How Superprof Works for Students and Tutors
https://www.superprof.co.uk/blog/how-superprof-works/ - GoStudent Blog – MyTutor vs Superprof Comparison
https://www.gostudent.org/en-gb/blog/mytutor-vs-superprof-comparison - Trustpilot – MyTutor Reviews
https://www.trustpilot.com/review/www.mytutor.co.uk - Trustpilot – Superprof Reviews (UK)
https://www.trustpilot.com/review/superprof.co.uk
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