Proloquo2Go is an award-winning Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) app developed by AssistiveWare, designed to provide a voice for non-speaking children and adults. It is widely recognized as a gold standard solution for individuals with a range of diagnoses, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Cerebral Palsy, Down Syndrome, Apraxia, Aphasia, and Traumatic Brain Injury.
Key Features and Capabilities
The app is built around the philosophy of supporting language development and motor planning, making it a comprehensive tool for both beginning and advanced communicators.
- Research-Based Vocabulary: Features the Crescendo™ vocabulary, a core word-based system with over 10,000 fringe words. It offers three vocabulary levels (Basic, Intermediate Core, Advanced Core) that allow users to grow from single words to complex sentences within the same app.
- Motor Planning Support: Core words are placed in consistent locations across folders, aiding users with motor planning difficulties to quickly and reliably locate words.
- Symbol & Visual Support: Includes over 27,000 industry-standard SymbolStix symbols, with the ability to easily add personal photos to buttons for enhanced personalization.
- Natural-Sounding Voices: Offers over 100 free, natural-sounding Text-to-Speech voices, including high-quality children's voices and bilingual voices.
- Bilingual Support: Supports four languages (English, Spanish, French, and Dutch) and allows for seamless switching between two languages mid-sentence.
- Accessibility & Customization: Provides extensive customization options, including 23 pre-programmed grid sizes (from 9 to 144 buttons per page), and accessibility settings for switch access, Select on Release, and Apple's VoiceOver screen reader, accommodating a wide range of fine-motor and vision disabilities.
- Literacy Features: Includes a Typing View with word prediction (PolyPredix™) for users with literacy skills.
Target Users and Value Proposition
While primarily a consumer-facing app for individuals and families, Proloquo2Go is widely used by Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs), special educators, and therapists. The app is a one-time purchase, which, despite its higher cost compared to typical mobile apps, is considered a highly cost-effective and flexible alternative to dedicated AAC hardware devices that can cost thousands of dollars. AssistiveWare provides 7-day-a-week support and extensive online resources, including the "Learn AAC" section and "Core Word Classroom," to support parents and professionals in implementing AAC best practices.