Although there are so many people feel the book Rich Dad Poor Dad opened their insights about the money, not a few who criticize and controversy over his work. A search by the U.S. government itself reveals that Kiyosaki actually not as successful now before he sells his books. In other words, precisely because Kiyosaki became rich selling book Rich Dad Poor Dad and not for doing what he writes. At least Rich Dad Poor Dad and various derivative products has added to the coffers Robert tens of millions of dollars.

John T Reed, an investor Real Estate real (Real Estate is one of the investment focus in the book Rich Dad Poor Dad) write a complete critique of what is written Kiyosaki. Several other authors added that what he wrote just a motivational words and poor practical application. Responding to this, Kiyosaki dismissed and said that a book must be enjoyable to read and is inspiring.

One other criticism is about the Rich Dad figures that many times told in his book. Search Most observers find that the character who narrated Rich Dad Robert Kiyosaki does not exist purely fictional alias. To this, Kiyosaki said that his character is really there and died shortly before Rich Dad Poor Dad book was published without further explaining the name and identity. Until now Rich Dad is still a mystery whether or not there. Some skeptics finally say should book Rich Dad Poor Dad and its derivatives books included in the fiction category parallel to Harry Potter novels by JK Rowling.