While there are a number of products available for learning Mandarin, we have chosen to compare ourselves with Rosetta Stone^® because it is the best-known program with the widest distribution.

Video guidance throughout the program by an instructor	None	English-speaking tutor guides learners throughout the program
Explanations and comparisons in English	None	Over 125 explanatory videos and every single word translated throughout the program
Specific instruction on Mandarin's four tone pronunciation	None	Throughout the program
Philosophy of learning	No English	Use English as leverage for learning Mandarin
Number of conversations between native speakers about life in China	8 (milestones)	40
Total units/sessions	32 + 8 milestones	45
Program designed for	Anyone over 6 years old	Teens and adults
Sessions specifically designed to help you ask directions, order a Chinese meal, make hotel reservations, or give instructions to a taxi driver	None	14
Types of workouts	4	13
Length of study	50 to 80 hours depending on your learning style	110 hours depending on your learning style
English-Mandarin glossary	None	Available at all times
Help	Only available online	Video help for every type of workout is available in the program.
Aid for travelers	None	Fluenz Navigator included
Audio CD	$60 extra	Audio CD included
Audio podcasts for additional learning	None	15 free downloadable podcasts available for all Fluenz Mandarin users
Software Media	CD-ROM (700 MB)	DVD-ROM (4.7 GB)
Online live support	None	Yes
Toll-free live support	Yes	Yes
Price	$359	$357
Mobile application for learning on the go	None	Included in the Fluenz Mandarin 1+2 Learning Suite ($417)
Free US Shipping	No	Yes, with USPS Priority Mail

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