Review by J

This program initially seems more similar in style to Mavis Beacon Typing than Rosetta Stone. Rosetta Stone wastes no time grading your word pronunciation and feels more immersive right off the bat. Instant Immersion initially starts out grading you based upon how many modules you complete. Eventually, you’ll get to sections where you’re required to understand the words and select the correct answers to be graded accordingly. It’s initially a little confusing to self-navigate. Thankfully, the PDF help system will get you up to speed. The lessons are entertaining and like every other program out there, Rosetta Stone included, your success will most ly depend on your level of commitment to truly learning by doing. If you simply run through the paces and expect to magically know Spanish at the end, you’ll be disappointed. This is true whether you spend $30 on a program or $300.

In addition to the software application, Instant Immersion also bundles in a companion iOS/Android app, a conventional DVD with additional practice lessons and online access to lessons. It’s a very well-rounded package and absolutely worth the price. In fact, I would suggest starting with this before dropping a few hundred on more an expensive program. I’ve used everything from the cheapest bargain bin language programs to the biggest bundle Rosetta Stone offers. I can tell you from experience that this is just as good a starting point as any other program. As I typed previously, it doesn’t matter how much you spend. Your commitment level is way more valuable to your success than any amount of money spent.