Vocaboly for Windows

User Reviews

• Cool software but super costly

  Begemot2August 4, 2010

  Pros

  The games and test are great and are a helpful tool studying for various exams.

  Cons

  Price, no cheaper option for just one test.

  Summary

  Great software but whether you're only studying for one type of an exam or all - the cost of the same and it's pretty steep. After trying the shareware, I'd be happy to pay 20-25 bucks for something like this. But at $80 it's just not worth it. There are many free websites and resources for these exams and while vocaboly is cooler than most of its competitors, I can't bring myself to pay so much for it. I can't imagine many would.

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• A must for all those preparing for GRE, GMAT and others

  twinkle_littleheartJune 29, 2010

  Pros

  Good, Simple, Concise and wide no. of words 2 learn

  Cons

  I've not found any major cons that could effect its effectiveness.

  Summary

  Try it once before considering any other costly software.

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• 3.5 out of 5 stats

  nabilalkJanuary 20, 2009

  Pros

  Easy to use once you get everything set up. Importing custom vocabulary lists is a snap. Impressive array of Study methods

  Cons

  Can't add new words to existing vocabulary study list (they call a book).The software requires that you add words to the original vocabulary text file used to create the study list and then reimport the whole book. Very ineficient way to do this.

  Summary

  Would have given this program 4.5/5 if not for the inability to add to an existing vocabulary list. Otherwise a great vocab program for Windows. Mac users should use ProVoc

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• Horrible Software :(

  paul1927November 24, 2007

  Pros

  Absolutely nothing. :(

  Cons

  My operating system is Windows XP Service Pack 2 and this is the first time I've had a program not only crash my computer, but it also forced me to operate in Safe Mode to uninstall it. <p> <p>After reading the Editor's positive review this software sounded like a bargain at $39.95 (yes, $39.95 is the price I paid). I'm just thrilled to get it deleted from my machine without having to hire a techy to get rid of it. <p> <p>At first there was just the problem of the software not accepting my registration information. Then I noticed the desktop had turned completely white. I thought a simple reboot would solve the problem--WRONG. The misery had just begun. :( The computer got into a loop where once it reached the white desktop it would shutdown again on its own. This had me very worried especially since the startup and shutdown process were taking a lot longer than normal. Fortunately, the F8 (Safe Mode) option worked and this nasty software, Vocaboly, hadn't messed up everything completely. I uninstalled Vocaboly and presto my machine was working perfect again--Hopefully every bit of Vocaboly is gone. <p> <p>I figure getting a refund of my $39.95 plus an apology or at least tech suggestions would be a piece of cake---WRONG. Once Vocaboly has taken your money that is it. Forget about an apology or tech support or a refund. This company is nasty from its software to its administration. I am disputing the charge and Vocaboly will be hearing more about this. Yes, I know it is only $39.95, but the time and trouble it has caused goes way beyond that. <p> <p>I'm very surprised no one else has reviewed this software positive or negative given that Editor's review was so positive. I'm thinking maybe negative reviews had to be deleted to due to threat of legal action. I feel like suing Vocaboly for their defective product and lack of customer service. <p> <p> <p>Bottom line: I'm a lot less willing to buy new software thanks to Vocaboly. :(

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