Hundreds of real reviews from members who chose Italy Made Easy to actually learn Italian — not just memorize phrases.
“The course material with Manu is simply fantastic. No other course will offer you this variety of teaching approaches and variety of methods for practice. With every lesson you will leave with a new "nugget" and with every assignment you will truly solidify some knowledge for the long h...”
“I'm so glad I found Manu's channel. His explanations are so clear and thorough. The best Italian teacher on the Internet by far! Il mio insegnante di italiano preferito su YouTube. FANTASTICO! :-)”
“At 57 I thought learning a new language would be impossible but how wrong I was! I've been learning with Italy Made Easy for 5 months and I can honestly say that I can actually speak some Italian. The course is fabulously constructed, easy to follow and great value. 100% recommended”
“This course is like having a private tutor. I’m learning so much.”
“The content is amazingly varied, for all levels. Manu makes it fun too!”
“Slow Italian so easier to understand when trying to pick up the language”
“Manu is the best teacher of the beautiful Italian language because he doesn't teach from text books. He teaches the way Italians will speak to each other. This is why his channel is the number 1 channel for learning to speak Italian.”
“Found these videos today on you tube and they are so easy to follow and also fun! Such a good teacher.”
“Extremely interesting videos, very interactive, attracts the attention and makes it easier to learn. ❤️ I am too shy to speak yet, but I was very happily suprised that I understood everything from his videos in YouTube. Thanks and keep up 💯 PS: He is also super cute and makes the studying even m...”
“Half way through level 2 after 8 months. Love the pod casts and eccoci with Brian and Susan. Currently living in Italy so actively using Italian. Target is to complete all 4 intermediate levels by end 2024. 💪”
“I signed up to learn this year and it is broken up in easy chunks. the pdfs are an easy format as well. looking forward to learning more! Grazie!”
“I read Italian much better than speaking I stumbled across Manu and have used his you tube lessons and his website quizzes and they are fantastic. I didn't want a tutor but I needed one and with two kids etc I didn't want to be tied to a weekly class etc. At Christmas I plan to purchase...”
“I finally feel I’m learning to speak Italian. Manu is a terrifically good teacher who understands the issues facing English speakers. It’s quite a lot of money but worth every penny. I only wish I’d found Italy Made Easy sooner. Go for it!”
“The course is helping me understand the structure of the language and helping me have a framework on which to "place" what I am learning. I learn best by seeing the whole picture and then seeing where things fit in relationship to each other. By using what I have learned with Italy Made...”
“With Italy Made Easy you get many options of how to learn Italian. Manu is extremely generous with information and continuously offering us more ways to learn.”
“Manu is a true linguist with excellent English skills. He has created the perfect platform for English speakers to learn Italian. I have learned so much, creating many meaningful relationships and even connecting with my relatives in Italy!”
“I like this manner of teaching: very friendly, open to everybody,informative and fun with great sense of humour and self irony. Manu is the very person for such job! Sure in success of his project.🙂”
“The best language program I have found!”
“The lessons themselves. I love the full explanations, it makes it much easier to remember and build understanding when I know the rules and/or why something is used.”
“If you really struggle with learning either a language or in general Manu makes you achieve what you never thought possible! Thank you Manu!”
“I started watching Manu on YouTube then because I was so impressed decided to sign-up for a beginner course. I was afraid it might be too basic but found the course quite comprehensive and challenging. His teaching style is engaging, interactive, and relevant for practical use. The courses allow ...”
“This is the best program to learn Italian. I was taking Italy Made Easy at the same time that I was taking Italian 101 in the university and let me say that I learned more with Italy Made Easy than at the university. Thank you Manu!”
“The greatest Italian teacher!”
“Everything you want to know about the Italian language is covered or accessible here .”
“I have tried pod casts, apps, and live group lessons to learn Italian. But I felt my progress was built on a foundation of sand. Italy Made Easy has given me a deeper understanding and the confidence to use what I learn in real life situations.”
“I recommend Italy made easy. I have been watching Manu’s videos for a few months and I have learned so much.”
“Manu’s enthusiasm for teaching Italian is infectious. He provides an amazing array of learning opportunities and is always encouraging students to talk and use the language. He makes learning fun and his professional knowledge of language learning is impressive. I have learned more from Manu than...”
“Best learning platform on the web. All others pale in comparison. Video tutorials plus immersion are outstanding. So glad I found Italy Made Easy.”
“One of the best teacher I found for learning italian , especially the way he teaches grammar 👍🏻 lui è bravissimo”
“I love the casual yet animated lessons. I feel no pressure, just enjoyable learning at a pace I can handle; and if I want to go faster, there is more to tap into!”
“I have been following Manu for 2 years and have decided two days ago to take the plunge. I'm so glad I did. Manu is an excellent teacher along with all the other teachers. Grazie Mille!”
“Manu is truly passionate about teaching Italian [va da sé]. What is unique about his method is that he touches upon little (but very important) nuances that other teachers normally skip. Very helpful. I'm already applying his tips when I speak with the native speakers. Last but no least - Ma...”
“I absolutely love Manu’s classes. He is the best language teacher I’ve ever had. I’ve tried to learn Italian several ways (Pimsleur, Duolingo, and Fluent Forever), and this is by far my favorite. I look forward to every lesson and spend any free minute working on my Italian. He is engaging an...”
“This is different from all of the other programs I have tried. Babbel, Rosetta Stone, in-person lessons, audiobooks. A few lessons into your program, it's helping me to recall things I learned before and grow from there much quicker.”
“Coprehensive, enjoyable and clear”
“You have a very practical and efficient way of teaching Manu! Love it!”
“What a great program!!! I love being able to access the content on my schedule. The best part is it feels like I am actually learning versus just memorizing content! Keep up the GREAT WORK!”
“Its been 2 years I’m living in Italy but because of lack of time i could never attend Italian courses , the online education that you are doing its amazing and finally after 2 years i start to talk Italian . Great job”
“Your videos are just brilliant - I have learned so much so quickly. I have spent my whole life trying to roll my "r"s, but with your "Ali" "Ari" exercise I've cracked it in about 10 minutes! 4 weeks til our trip to Firenze and Roma and feeling confident. Can...”
“This is the best language course ever ! I improved my italian tremendously since I started Manu's lessons. Every course I have followed up to now are super interesting and explicit. Sometimes it even feels as if I'm in a classroom. Great!!!”
“I just watched Manu's explanation of l'imperfetto v il passato prossimo. This is the clearest explanation I have ever heard. Even in college, where I majored in French, this was confusing for me. Manu is a natural born teacher.”
“Best YouTube Italian teacher ever”
“I have actually been amazed at how fast I have progressed in a year. The course is well structured and definitely fun, providing ample opportunity to actually use what you are learning by both speaking and listening. Way to go!”
“The best online course I have found from beginner to advanced intermediate. The teacher, Manu, is organized in his full online course. Catching him here and there on Youtube is good, but not as good as actually taking his deep and thorough course! I suspect he will be adding more and more advanc...”
“Manu is the best Italian language teacher. His enthusiasm is contagious, openness and kindness encouraging. I already learned so much from his lessons.”
“Italy made easy is by far the best platform anywhere. The variety of courses and materials keep learning fun and interesting. With the additional articles and videos you never get bored. Manu is an outstanding teacher with a fantastic team!”
“I also purchased from Zero to Italian and I am learning so much. I have to say that I have been seeing an Italian tutor and I just couldn't understand our lessons. I decided to buy From Zero to Italian and I finally am getting it. This is an excellent way to learn Italian. He explains ev...”
“Purchased From Zero To Italian and I LOVE that program! It's the best platform, teaching style and structure I have ever seen for learning a foreign language. Thanks Manu for putting it together for us!”
“Italy Made Easy has made every effort to provide Italian language learning through all avenues, listening, seeing, hearing, speaking and grammar as well. I feel that the whole team is focused on the success of each student.”
“I spent two years "learning" Italian on an app before signing up to Italy Made Easy. Within a couple of months, I could build short sentences in Italian. Something I had never been able to do with an app. Grazie mille, Manu!”
“Italy made easy is the best Italian teaching tool I have found online. The variety of lessons is vast and the opportunities for listening and comprehension are endless. Plus Manu is a great teacher combining skill and personality.”
“I recommend Italy Made Easy to everyone I meet who is studying Italian. Manu has an easy to follow program to ensure that, if you put in the time, you can learn Italian. His method is unlike any I have experienced before, and it works!”
“Outstanding...superior...the best...Manu explains what the others don't.”
“Italy Made Easy is wonderful. I had used another service (Babbel) for 6 months and felt like I knew no Italian. After 6 months of Italy Made Easy I was able to travel to Italy and have actual conversations. Will keep going to fluency!”
“It's fact that people learn differently; by reading or listening, thru demonstration/hands on, etc. Italy Made Easy offers all of those. And because of this, any person will have their learning niche to succeed.”
“Excellent and effective. Manu’s explanations sometimes a bit too long. Would be brilliant to have tutors from Australia thus in more convenient times of the day for group sessions”
“Getting an explanation of the language concepts e' molto importante per me.”
“If you’ve tried learning Italian before and couldn’t or you’re just nervous to start, this program is exactly what you need. After a year and a half I’m having real conversations thanks to the great materials and fun community of Italy Made Easy.”
“Excellent”
“Love the program, it has helped me immensely in learning this amazing language. Couldn’t ask for a better language site. Benissimo!”
“Italy Made Easy is the breakthrough platform I needed to achieve my dream to read and speak Italian. After countless failed attempts to learn with other well-known programs and apps, Italy Made Easy helped me to achieve my dream.”
“Italy Made Easy has been great. A lot of thought and work has been put into the design of the courses and I have found them both entertaining and useful.”
“Love you manu. You really are passionate and it comes through”
“This is the best course to learn Italian. Manu explains the grammar in English. Therefore, each topic becomes embedded in your brain making almost impossible to forget it. Manu’s team is always available to assist you should you need help.”
“An extremely well structured, documented and professionally presented course with a fantastic support team to answer any questions. Just like having your own private tutor but better as you can replay the modules as often as you wish!”
“Italy Made Easy offers the best methods for learning a language I've ever experienced. Also, the value of the program and extensive content sets it apart from anyone else.”
“I began my study of Italian with a different program but switched to Italy Made Easy when I started using the free material on YouTube and podcast for better understanding. The Italy Made Easy program is outstanding, with a very intelligent design of progression.”
“Overall I give it 6 stars, but I am maxed out at 5. Love the course, the videos, the practice pdf's, quizlet, dictation exercises and the freedom to move fast or slow it down until I feel comfortable moving to the next level - Thanks Manu!”
“The Italy Made Easy platform provides nearly unlimited opportunities to learn and practice Italian. Along with Manu's excellent lectures and exercises, learning is enhanced by interaction online with teachers and fellow students.”
“I am at the Beginner Level, having started about 4 weeks ago. I always look forward to doing the units. Manu is an excellent teacher who is engaging, insightful, and fun all at the same time!”
“A very coherent & extensive course. Starting with pronunciation... no throwing you in the deep-end to sink with "immersion". One learns how Italian functions. Manu is an exceptional linguist & obviously a very experienced professor. LOVE IT”
“Excellent Always”
“Best and clearest course I’ve ever experienced. Manu is a masterful teacher who wants all his students to be great. I highly recommend “Italy Made Easy” if you want a quality experience.”
“I have recommended your site to all my fellow lovers of the Italian Language. You offer so much in terms of content, immersion, and instruction as well as a safe and nurturing environment for every student to stretch his wings.”
“The commitment, humility, and attention paid by Manu in the development of this program provides the best path forward for the serious student that wants to learn Italian the correct way. This program is truly above all others.”
“Wonderful service! As I am almost 90 years old, I initially found navigating the program difficult. The choices are not always “intuitive”. The video materials are always clearly presented. I wish my ears were younger.”
“Enjoying studying at my own pace , really clear explanations, the variety of learning modalities keeps you engaged & lesson length means can find the time most days to do it. Lots of interesting extra materials too.”
“This course with Manu and his team is brilliant. His methodology is so different from others and I have found it much easier to understand and learn. They are very supportive and I only wish I had subscribed sooner.”
“I love Italy Made Easy! Manu is a fantastic and enthusiastic teacher/coach who is able to get into the mind of an English speaker and clearly explain grammar, vocabulary usage, and Italian culture! His hard work inspires me! Thank you Manu.”
“Adoro il corso e le sezioni. Ho imparato moltissimo. Mi manca la opportunità per la conversazione... Ho pensato c'era ma non l'ha trovato adesso.”
“The best Italian course you will find! Manu is not only passionate about helping people to learn and speak Italian, but he is also kind and patient in explaining the many details of this beautiful language. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!”
“Fabulous course . Have tried others and this course is definitely superior. I am now a functional speaker in Italy.”
“I've been traveling to Italy for over a decade with my Italian husband but have struggled to learn the language. I managed to get myself to an okay-to-get-around level but really saw myself improve when I started The Italy Made Easy course!”
“I am loving the content and Manu’s thoughtful explanations. I am thrilled with the progress I’m making. Thank you!”
“The purpose of Italy Made Easy is to help students communicate comfortably in Italian. The array and quality of opportunities exceed all expectations. Manu designs experiences grounded in thoughtful goals, and he conveys them in clear and cogent ways.”
“I love the immersion options and the comprehension exercises. These are my every day go-to parts of the Italy Made Easy website. Grazie mille.”
“I have tried numerous study programs in my attempt to study Italian. I became so discouraged, I gave up trying to learn. Until now! Manu's validating and excellent teaching style is simply the best. Grazie mille!”
“I truly enjoy how the program is set up. Every class is enjoyable and easy to understand. I am truly grateful I found italy made easy. I know this program will get me to fluency in no time.”
“It's convenient, fun, informative, just right to make it a habit. Like the newest feature with the 10 steps for comprehension. Well done!!!”
“Italy Made Easy provides excellent Italian language lessons and all the resources needed for success. The only thing that would make it easier would be to live in Italy!”
“I love the program, I recently returned from a trip to Italy and received compliments for my Italian language skills. I communicated with confidence thanks to Italy Made Easy that gave me the tools to do it.”
“I’ve been doing Italy Made Easy for about a month. I’m very pleased with the lessons. Manu is a very good teacher and has a great personality for teaching Italian. I’ve tried many of the online/YouTube lessons and his are the best so far!”
“5 stars. It does cost a bit more than many language learning programs but quickly I found it was worth it and a tremendous value. Glad I gave it a shot.”
“Manu and his team have truly brought me closer to fluency than I could have ever imagined after 2 years being with them. Manu teaches with such depth but still makes learning easy to understand! I know I will become fluent with Italy Made Easy!!!”
“Italy Made Easy is engaging and modern. It has a clever structure without rote learning. Manu's lessons are fun and informative. There is also a private social network where you can interact with students. Videos and articles appear regularly. It's remarkable value too.”
“I love Italy Made Easy! They propose so many ways to learn and practice. I have tried other places and in my book this is the best.”
“The videos, podcasts and supplemental written material is absolutely outstanding. I believe the written material is actually better than what is contained in most textbooks.”
“Italy Made Easy is by far the most effective, interesting language learning app I’ve tried. Also the least frustrating.”
“Absolutely thorough and also friendly method of teaching. I’ve tried other platforms, but Italy made easy is far and above the best.”
“There are no words to express how happy I am with the entire Italy Made Easy experience! After 40 years of dabbling in Italian, I am finally making real progress. The lessons & forums are marvelous. My advice: don’t hesitate. Sign up!!!”
