Updated October 18, 2026 · AcademyCue Editorial Team
Novakid vs TrueFire
Novakid
TrueFire
Higher score in this comparison
What sets them apart
| Compare | NovakidReviewVisitVisit | TrueFireReviewVisitVisit |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription price | $95 | $11.99 to $20.83Lower |
| Number of tutors | 3,900 | from 400 |
| Tutor vetting | Certified | Screened |
| Minimum age | 4 | 13 |
| Satisfaction guarantee | 14-day money-back guarantee | 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, refund within 14 days |
| Free trial length | Not confirmed | 7 days |
| Cancellation notice | 8 hours | Not confirmed |
| Markets | IL, AE, SA, AM, CN, HK, TW, HR, CZ, DK, NL, EE, FI, FR, DE, CH, GR, HU, ID, IT, JP, KZ, KR, LV, LT, MY, NO, PL, PT, BR, RO, RU, SK, SI, ES, AR, CL, CO, PE, MX, SE, TR, UA | Not confirmed |
Same on both: Trial lesson (Free).
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Key differences
- TrueFire scores higher overall: 9.4 vs 8.5.
- Subscription price is lower at TrueFire: $11.99 to $20.83 vs $95.
- Support channels: only Novakid offers Chat.
- Support channels: only TrueFire offers Email, Help centre, Community.
- Founded is lower at TrueFire: 1991 vs 2017.
- Subjects: only Novakid offers English.
- Subjects: only TrueFire offers Creative.
- Lesson format: only Novakid offers Group.
Our verdict on each
Novakid
Novakid suits families who want live English lessons for children alongside app practice, and the ILS 379 monthly fee covers a 3,900 tutor pool with certified staff. Budget families starting from nothing should weigh it against free app-first options such as Bunpro.
TrueFire
TrueFire suits guitar players who want a wide streaming library under a single membership, plus assessments that set a starting point and track progress. All Access opens 1,900 courses, with a 7-day trial and refunds within 14 days when the fit is wrong.
Score breakdown
| Area | Novakid | TrueFire |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.2Monthly fees start at ILS 379, above €0 and $0, with a money-back window of 14 days. | 9.5HigherAll Access bills $143.88 a year, working out at $11.99 a month, with a 7-day free trial before you pay. |
| Offer | 9.0Free tier, free trial lesson, 3,900 tutors and AI conversation sit in a single subscription. | 9.2HigherA 7-day trial opens the library, assessments set a starting point, and free sample lessons sit on most course pages. |
| Trust | 8.4Tutors are certified, the operator is Novakid Inc in US, founded 2017, with a 14 days refund window. | 9.8HigherA satisfaction guarantee with refunds within 14 days, run by TrueFire, Inc. since 1991. |
By the numbers
| Fact | Novakid | TrueFire |
|---|---|---|
| Subscription price | $95 | $11.99 to $20.83 |
| Number of tutors | 3,900 | from 400 |
Licences and countries
| Country | Novakid | TrueFire |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | United States | United States |
Positions in our rankings
| Ranking | Novakid | TrueFire |
|---|---|---|
| Online tutoring | 12 of 58 | 4 of 58 |
| Kids learning apps | 9 of 47 | 2 of 47 |
What we checked
Novakid
- novakidschool.com: 14 facts, checked September 30, 2026
TrueFire
- truefire.com: 13 facts, checked October 1, 2026
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Novakid | TrueFire |
|---|---|---|
| Subjects | English | Creative |
| Lesson format | 1to1, Group, AppCovers more | 1to1, App |
| Legal entity | Novakid Inc | TrueFire, Inc. |
| Headquarters | United States | United States |
| Founded | 2017 | 1991Lower |
| Support channels | Chat | Email, Help centre, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Novakid | TrueFire | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subscription price | $95at the median | $11.99 to $20.83lowest quarter | $95 |
| Free trial length | Not confirmed | 7 daysbelow the median | 14 days |
| Number of tutors | 3,900above the median | from 400below the median | 1,000 |
| Minimum age | 4below the median | 13at the median | 13 |
| Cancellation notice | 8 hourslowest quarter | Not confirmed | 24 hours |
Median across 35 listed providers.
Pros and cons
Novakid
Pros
- Live one-to-one and group lessons plus app practice, in 1to1, group and app formats, with sessions of 25 to 45 minutes
- A free tier and a free trial lesson mean a first month can be tested before any payment
- A kids version and a family subscription cover more than one child on the same account
Cons
- Only English is taught, since english lists english and English covers English alone
- Levels stop at B1, below the advanced bands that fluent learners work toward
- Support runs on chat only, with no email or phone line listed
TrueFire
Pros
- All Access is a subscription that unlocks 1,900 courses across the whole library.
- A 7-day free trial opens the entire library before you commit, and free sample lessons sit on most course pages.
- Assessment tools set a starting point, suggest lessons and then track progress.
Cons
- The terms bar anyone under 13 from the site and its services.
- Refunds sit within 14 days of delivery, so a later decision falls outside the window.
- Support runs on email, help centre and community only, so a phone call is not an option.
Who each suits
Novakid
Who it suits
- Parents buying live English tutoring for a child who prefers a real teacher to an app
- Families wanting one subscription covering a kids version and a family plan
- Learners who want a certificate at the end of a course
Who should look elsewhere
- Learners after the B1 level, since the programme does not extend past it
- Anyone wanting a second language, as English covers English only
- Price-first households who can start free with Bunpro or Reading Eggs before paying
TrueFire
Who it suits
- Guitar players who want plenty to choose from, with 1,900 courses in a single membership.
- Learners who would rather be told where to start, since assessment tools set a starting point and recommend lessons.
- Practisers who watch on a desktop or a phone, because the apps carry lessons on both.
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone under 13, who the terms keep off the site.
- Players who want lesson files they keep after cancelling, since offline downloads are sold separately.
- Readers after subjects outside music, because the catalogue is built around guitar, electric and bass.
Current offers
TrueFire
Current offer
Free trial
7-day free trial of All Access: 7 days free
Full access to the entire library, no commitment; cancel anytime during the trial and you won't be charged
Source, checked October 1, 2026
Questions about each
Novakid
How much does Novakid cost a month?+
The monthly plan is ILS 379, and entry pricing begins at the same level at ILS 379, so the lowest package and the monthly figure describe one spend. Both are quoted without a separate annual or lifetime tier. Families wanting live lessons should budget the monthly figure rather than a cheaper app rate.
Is there a free trial or free plan?+
Both exist. The free tier lets a family open the app and start without paying, and a free trial lesson adds a live session with a tutor at no cost. Together they mean a first month of live teaching can be sampled before any commitment, which is unusual for a subscription of this size.
TrueFire
How much does TrueFire cost?+
All Access is quoted on the annual plan, billed at $143.88 for the year, which works out at $11.99 a month. The monthly number is the annual rate spread across the year, so the yearly sum is what you commit to. Keep both figures in view when you weigh entry price against renewal.
Can I try TrueFire before I pay?+
Yes. A 7-day free trial of All Access opens the entire library with no commitment attached. Free sample lessons also sit on most course pages, so you can watch before subscribing and judge the playing style and the teaching voice.