Rosetta Stone language learning software

Hey guys, I couldn't find another topic about Rosetta Stone or any other language software. I am looking to purchase a Learn the German language software, but I don't want to drop $400 on Rosetta Stone without some feedback. Also, I was hoping to find someone who had success with an alternate (ie cheaper ) software.

Has anyone used Rosetta Stone to learn German? If so, is the program good (good enough for $400?)

Thanks a bunch- I want to learn as much basic German as I can before we move there in August.

Have you used the software, a demo version or something? I personally think it's crap, though I know a few people who loved it. It's more like a workbook or vocabulary training than a proper way to learn a language.

If you know very little German, you're probably better off spending $300 on Pimsleur's German Level 1 tapes instead. Or you might even be able to find them at your library.

Anyway, that's just my opinion. You can check the reviews for Rosetta Stone and other products on Amazon.

It helps for very baisc shit, but I didnt find it all that good.. Its good auxilury practice.. If you want to do it dont buy the software, you can get a subscription to their web based app that is the same for a cheaper monthly rate and go through it quick enough that you wont drop 400.

I use Rosetta Stone regularly and like it. I do, in fact, find my German is improving with regular useage of the software. They try to approximate natural language acquisition which is quite different than the standard media based ways of learning a language so you would have to adjust your expectations. I'm a satisfied user, but I would still recommend a proper German course as I think any media base learning for languages is not fully sufficient.

I wouldn't recommend it. You'll learn more in your first few weeks here than you would using the program. If you've got the money to spend, I'd recommend taking a class or buying a university textbook. The textbooks usually come with a workbook and CDs/movies so you're not just reading stuff.