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A study buddy when you need one.
Studying is easier with someone beside you. Book a pal for a quiet session online or at the library, agree on the rules, and get through the work.
Why study with someone
A study buddy makes it easier to start, harder to drift, and less lonely to keep going. On Palhour your pal isn't a tutor. They study, work or read alongside you, and keep to the rules you set: silence, a short check-in, or a few words of encouragement.
How a study session works
Pick a time
Choose a study buddy and a slot that fits your schedule.
Agree the plan
Say what you're working on and how much you want to talk.
Study together
Online in the session room, or in person at a library or café.
Wrap up
Tap All good to release the payment, or report a problem within 24 hours.
Pals set their own price.
We suggest $20 an hour. You see the exact price before you book, pay through Palhour, and the money is held until you tap All good. Cancel free up to 1 hour before.
Browse servicesQuestions
Is a study buddy the same as a tutor?
No. Your pal keeps you company while you study. They don't teach the subject.
Can I book a study buddy every week?
Yes. Book the same pal again whenever they have free time.
What does it cost?
Each pal sets their own price. We suggest $20 an hour as a guide.
Bring a pal for something else
Body doubling, with a real person.
Book a body double for focused work, studying or chores. Online or in person, quiet or chatty, on your terms. Payment held until the session is done.
An accountability partner, by the hour.
Book an accountability partner for a session: say what you'll do, do it with someone present, and check in at the end. Online or in person.
Want to rent a friend? Bring a pal.
Looking to rent a friend? On Palhour you book a pal for an hour of platonic company, online or in person, with clear rules and payment held until you're happy.