Microsoft Immersive Reader
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Mote vs Microsoft Immersive Reader for Google Schools
Microsoft Immersive Reader offers excellent accessibility features—but only in Microsoft apps. Mote brings similar capabilities to Google Workspace schools.
Feature Comparison
See how Mote compares to Microsoft Immersive Reader across key features that matter to educators.
Feature
Mote
Microsoft Immersive Reader
Platform
Google Workspace & Chrome
Microsoft 365 apps
Read Aloud
Human-like voices, 50+ languages
Quality voices, many languages
Voice Feedback
Teachers can record comments
Not available
Focus Tools
Screen mask
Line focus, text spacing
Picture Dictionary
Not available
Visual word definitions
Cost
Free tier, premium plans
Free with Microsoft 365
Google Workspace Accessibility
If your school uses Google Workspace, Mote provides the accessibility features you need—read-aloud, translation, and focus tools—without requiring Microsoft products.
Works in Google Workspace
Unlike Immersive Reader, Mote works natively in Google Docs, Slides, Forms, and Classroom—the apps your Google school uses daily.
Human-Like Read Aloud
Natural-sounding voices in 50+ languages help students access content through listening.
Voice Feedback
Teachers can leave voice comments on student work—a feature Immersive Reader doesn't offer.
Screen Mask for Focus
Reduce distractions with a reading mask, similar to Immersive Reader's line focus feature.
Translation Support
Translate any text into 60+ languages, supporting ELL students and multilingual communication.
Works on Any Webpage
Mote's read-aloud works on any webpage in Chrome, not just within specific applications.
Platform-Specific Accessibility
We believe in honest comparisons. Here's where Microsoft Immersive Reader has advantages.
What Immersive Reader Does Well
- Free with Microsoft 365
- Picture dictionary and syllable breakdown
- Line focus and text spacing options
- Deep integration with Word, OneNote, Teams
When Immersive Reader Is the Right Choice
Immersive Reader is ideal for schools using Microsoft 365, especially if you need features like picture dictionary and syllable breakdown that Mote doesn't offer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about how Mote compares to Microsoft Immersive Reader.
Can I use Immersive Reader with Google Docs?
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Which is better for reading accessibility?
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