The short answer: an online medium reading typically costs $3.62 to $8.37 a minute, with a median of $5.45/min, across the 74 mediums we audited on Kasamba, Purple Garden and Keen (October 2026). Readers who work mainly as mediums charge a little more, a median of $6.99/min. Mediumship sittings usually run 30 minutes or longer, so plan on about $150–$210 at standard rates, or $84.73 (Kasamba), $119.70 (Purple Garden) or $175.75 (Keen) for a 30-minute first sitting at each platform’s median with its welcome offer.
| Session | Typical length | Cost at the $5.45 median (standard) | First sitting with a welcome offer |
|---|---|---|---|
| A short check-in (“are they at peace?“) | 10–15 min | $55–$82 | From $17.46 (Kasamba, 10 min at $4.99) |
| A standard private sitting | 30 min | $163.50 | $84.73 Kasamba · $119.70 Purple Garden · $175.75 Keen |
| A long sitting for several loved ones | 45–60 min | $245–$327 | $159.58 Kasamba (45 min at $4.99) |
Eastern Alignment audit of 74 advisors who list mediumship (34 on Kasamba, 25 on Purple Garden, 15 on Keen), data as of October 9, 2026. Welcome offers applied exactly as each platform publishes them, at the platform’s median medium rate ($4.99 Kasamba, $4.99 Purple Garden, $6.99 Keen).
Medium Reading Prices by Platform
| Platform | Mediums audited | Median rate | Middle half | Mediums at $3/min or less | Format strength |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kasamba | 34 | $4.99/min | $2.99–$8.37 | 11 | Chat, saved to your account |
| Purple Garden | 25 | $4.99/min | $3.99–$7.99 | 5 | Video: see your medium |
| Keen | 15 | $6.99/min | $4.82–$9.49 | 1 | Phone, same rate as chat |
Kasamba is the best value for a longer sitting: 3 free minutes, then 50% off the rest of your first reading (up to $50 off), and every chat saved so you can re-read the messages later. Purple Garden suits people who want to see their medium on video, with a $30 credit toward the first purchase. Keen has the most phone-first mediums and lets you try one for 5 minutes for $1.
Why Medium Readings Cost More Than a Quick Psychic Question
Three reasons, and each one works in your favour:
- Mediums take time to connect. Most open by describing who is coming through (personality, appearance, how they passed, a shared memory) before passing on any message. That “evidence” stage is what lets you recognise your loved one, and it takes minutes, not seconds.
- You often want to hear from more than one person. A parent, a grandparent and a friend may all come through in one sitting.
- Dedicated mediums are in high demand. The 25 readers in our audit who work mainly as mediums have a median of $6.99/min, with a middle half of $4.99–$9.99.
That’s why we price a standard sitting at 30 minutes. If you only want one reassurance (“are they at peace?”), a 10–15 minute session can be enough.
What You Get at Each Price Point
Budget mediums: under $4 a minute
- Psychic Satire on Kasamba ($2.99/min): 20,000+ detailed reviews, direct mediumship and plain-spoken messages.
- Quantum Drew on Purple Garden ($3.99/min chat): a perfect 5.0 across 13,746 readings; an empath and medium with “calm friend” energy.
Good for: a first sitting, a short check-in, or a follow-up with someone you already trust.
Mid-range mediums: $4 to $9 a minute
- Ambers Light on Kasamba ($6.99/min chat): 74,229 readings since 2004, specialising in grief, closure and “are they in a safe place” questions.
- Quietsound on Kasamba ($6.99/min): 64,270 readings at a perfect 5.0, known for detail including names.
- Niki Medium on Purple Garden ($5.49/min chat, $11.49 video): a fourth-generation medium with a perfect 5.0 over 12,994 readings.
- Serenity Stone on Keen ($6.99/min): 122,000+ readings since 2001, a fourth-generation medium by phone.
Good for: a full 30-minute private sitting.
Premium mediums: $9 a minute and up
- Spirit Amy on Kasamba ($12.99/min chat): 49,727 readings since 2008 and a 99.9% approval ledger, the cleanest we’ve reviewed.
- Jeanne Clock on Keen ($15.99/min): 95,000+ readings since 2007 at 4.96 stars, clairvoyant, clairaudient, empath and medium.
Good for: an important sitting where you want the strongest track record. Spend your welcome offer here.
Our full ranking is in best online psychic mediums.
Chat, Phone or Video: How Format Changes the Price
| Format | Price effect | Why choose it |
|---|---|---|
| Chat | Usually the cheapest on Kasamba and Purple Garden | You keep every word, which matters for messages you’ll want to re-read |
| Phone | Same as chat on Keen; often higher on Kasamba | Hearing a voice can feel more personal; easier for long sittings |
| Video | The highest rate on Purple Garden (median video $7.99) | Seeing your medium builds trust and connection |
The gap can be large on a single profile. Spirit Amy charges $12.99/min in chat and $25.49 by voice; Niki Medium is $5.49 in chat and $11.49 on video. Check every rate before you connect.
Private Online Sitting vs Local Medium vs Group Reading
| Option | How it’s priced | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Private online sitting | Per minute ($5.45 median) | Choosing from many mediums, any time, from home; first-reading offers |
| Private sitting with a local medium | Per session, often 30–60 minutes | People who prefer to meet in person |
| Group or gallery reading | Per ticket, shared with an audience | Experiencing mediumship at a lower cost, with no guarantee your loved one comes through |
| Email reading | Per question | A considered written answer to one question |
Online sittings are as personal as in-person ones: mediums say the connection doesn’t depend on being in the same room, and many of the most experienced mediums on these platforms have worked remotely for decades. When booking a local medium, ask for the session price, the length and what happens if nobody comes through before you pay.
How to Get the Most From a Medium Reading
- Don’t give details at the start. Let the medium describe who is coming through first. The less you share, the more meaningful a recognisable detail becomes.
- Note what you recognise. Keep a list: names, initials, places, how they passed, personal habits. In chat, your transcript does this for you.
- Have one or two questions ready for after the connection is made: “Is there anything they want me to know?” or “Are they with anyone else from the family?”
- Book 30 minutes for a full sitting. It gives time for the evidence stage and the messages.
- Be open to who comes through. Sometimes a different loved one arrives first, with something they want to say.
- Use the satisfaction guarantee if needed. Kasamba and Purple Garden offer up to $50 in credit for a first session with a new advisor (request within 7 days); Keen offers up to $25 within 72 hours.
More: questions to ask a medium and signs from deceased loved ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a medium reading cost?
Online, a medium reading typically costs $3.62 to $8.37 a minute, with a median of $5.45/min across the 74 mediums we audited on Kasamba, Purple Garden and Keen. A standard 30-minute sitting costs about $163.50 at that median, or $84.73 on Kasamba, $119.70 on Purple Garden and $175.75 on Keen for a first sitting with each platform’s welcome offer at its median rate.
How long is a medium reading?
Usually 30 minutes for a full private sitting, because a medium first describes who is coming through before passing on messages. A single reassurance question can fit into 10–15 minutes; a sitting for several loved ones can take 45–60 minutes.
Are online medium readings as good as in person?
Many people find them just as meaningful. Mediums describe the connection as not depending on physical presence, and online platforms let you choose from many experienced mediums, read their reviews, and keep a transcript of what was said.
What is the cheapest way to get a medium reading?
Use a welcome offer with a budget medium. On Kasamba, a 20-minute first sitting with a $2.99/min medium costs $25.42 after the 3 free minutes and 50% discount. Purple Garden’s $30 credit covers about 10 minutes with a $2.99/min medium.
Why are some mediums so expensive?
Demand and track record. Dedicated mediums in our audit have a median of $6.99/min, and a few with decades of history charge $12–$16/min. They can be worth it for an important sitting, especially when you use a welcome offer to confirm the connection first.
Do I need to tell the medium who I want to contact?
It helps to let the medium speak first. Many mediums prefer that you only confirm or decline what they describe, so the details they bring are clearly their own. You can name the person you hope to hear from later in the sitting.
Related Guides
- Best online psychic mediums
- Questions to ask a medium
- Signs from deceased loved ones
- Best mediums on Kasamba
- Best psychic mediums on Keen
- Evidential mediums for a spouse who has passed
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