Human error and phishing are popular methods to hack into corporate networks, install ransomware, steal data, or carry out scams such as Business Email Compromise. However, security awareness training has been shown to work to stop human-centric cyber-attacks and accidental data exposure: a blog from the Aberdeen Group gives a view of the power of providing effective security awareness:
“reduction in risk of about 50%; a median annual return on investment of about 5-times; and a reduction in the “long tail” of risk from phishing attacks of more than 2.5 times.”
But how do you choose an effective security awareness training solution? Three market leaders in the security awareness training space stand out: Cofense, KnowBe4, and TitanHQ Security Awareness Training. Here is why TitanHQ Security Awareness Training, an innovative behavior-driven solution, leaves the alternatives Cofense and KnowBe4 on the starting tracks.
TitanHQ Security Awareness Training
TitanHQ's automated security awareness solution allows organizations to schedule their security awareness training for the entire year, reducing the risk of human error. With a “set it and forget it” approach, this automation helps CISOs save time and resources.
- Easy: Get up and running in under 5 minutes. No action is required; TitanHQ SAT will automatically add new customers/users.
- Security-Focused Provider: Crafted with insights from our team of industry experts who encounter real-life threats daily and know how to defend against them.
- Automated Phishing Training: TitanHQ security experts continually design and release new phishing simulations that reflect real-world threats.
- Simulated Phishing Scenarios: Keep learners vigilant with realistic simulated phishing scenarios that reflect hackers' current tactics.
- Fully Automated: Enjoy a set-and-forget-it experience where TitanHQ manages continuous campaigns at no additional cost. Add new customers and users to live campaigns in minutes with automatic reporting.
- Impactful stories: Story-based, realistic training grounded in learning science, crafted by a team of world-class designers to ensure learners retain and benefit from the lessons.
- Simple Licensing: With native O365 integration and auto-enrolment, all active users are automatically synced with the solution, ensuring that usage always reflects the current state. Say goodbye to complex reporting—now you have a single, clear view to track licenses effortlessly.
- Simplified Billing: Our transparent billing model simplifies subscription tracking, so you only pay for what you use—no hidden fees or complex invoices.
- Automated Reporting: Receive detailed monthly summary reports with statistics and actionable insights on your learners' progress. Automated reporting is fully managed for you and will keep you updated on your campaign progress, including when an employee clicks, reports a phish, and so much more.
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KnowBe4
KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training is an alternative to TitanHQ Security Awareness Training and Cofense PhishMe. KnowBe4 provides security awareness educational material and a simulated phishing platform. In addition, KnowBe4 provides around 2,000 phishing templates to test employees' vulnerability to social engineering and phishing attacks. Like TitanHQ Security Awareness Training, alternative KnowBe4 provides a Learning Management system (LMS) to manage security awareness campaigns. KnowBe4 has a Module Store that contains training content available in the KnowBe4 platform. Social Engineering tests can also be automated using KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training and sent to employees using email, text, or voicemail.
Cofense PhishMe
Cofense PhishMe is an alternative to KnowBe4 and TitanHQ Security Awareness Training. PhishMe is designed to train employees and test their knowledge of social engineering attacks, including phishing. Cofense provides tracking capability to track user training outcomes over time. In addition, Cofense PhishMe provides a phishing reporting tool that generates report emails with a single click. The user interface for Cofense PhishMe is simple to use and reduces training needs when using the platform. Cofense integrates with Microsoft Azure to provide Active Directory (AD) integration.
Cofense PhishMe does not yet provide an extensive set of templates. Also, social engineering tests are more challenging to automate than KnowBe4 or TitanHQ Security Awareness Training.
Comparison of TitanHQ SAT, Cofense, and KnowBe4
All three security awareness solutions provide exceptional features and functions, but the devil is in the detail. Below is a table showing some of the features of Cofense PhishMe, KnowBe4 and TitanHQ Security Awareness Training.
Feature
Behavior-driven training
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
Limited - not specifically designed from the outset for behavior-driven adjustment
KnowBe4
Limited - not specifically designed from the outset for behavior-driven adjustment
Feature
Track changes in employee behavior (helps to tailor training)
TitanHQ SAT
Yes, basis of the design of SAT
Cofense PhishMe
Yes, some tracking of behavior offered
KnowBe4
Yes, some tracking of behavior offered
Feature
Real-time contextual training
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
No
KnowBe4
No
Feature
Fully automated simulated phishing
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
Yes
KnowBe4
Yes
Feature
Push simulated phishing to mobile devices as phishing texts (Smishing)
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
Yes
KnowBe4
Yes
Feature
Extensive template catalog for tailored simulated phishing
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
Not as extensive as TitanHQ SAT or KnowBe4
KnowBe4
Not as extensive as TitanHQ SAT but more extensive than Cofense
Feature
Compliance modules to ensure regulatory adherence
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
Yes
KnowBe4
Yes
Feature
Email threat analysis
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
Yes
KnowBe4
Limited email threat analysis
Feature
Animated training videos
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
No
KnowBe4
Yes
Feature
Great support (including phone and online)
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
Yes
KnowBe4
Yes
Feature
Training support
TitanHQ SAT
Webinars, Live online, Documentation, Videos
Cofense PhishMe
Live online, Documentation
KnowBe4
Live online, Documentation
Feature
Centralized control console
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
Yes
KnowBe4
Yes
Feature
Cloud deployment (SaaS)
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
Yes
KnowBe4
Yes
Feature
Gartner: by 2024, 25% of medium sized companies will deploy security awareness training as a managed service
TitanHQ SAT
Yes
Cofense PhishMe
Yes
KnowBe4
Yes
Feature
Comprehensive reporting module
TitanHQ SAT
Yes, Fully-customizable reporting
Cofense PhishMe
Yes
KnowBe4
Yes
Feature
Integration with desktop apps such as Outlook email client
TitanHQ SAT
Includes integration with AD and ADD for SSO, PhishHuk Outlook Plugin allows staff to report Phishing emails
Cofense PhishMe
Includes integration with AD and ADD for SSO
KnowBe4
Includes integration with AD and ADD for SSO
Feature
Designed for MSP
TitanHQ SAT
MSP client dashboard control, Re-brandable, Easy client reporting feature
Cofense PhishMe
Client dashboard, Re-brandable
KnowBe4
Client dashboard, Re-brandable
Cost of TitanHQ, Cofense, and KnowBe4
Choosing the right security awareness solution for your company is essential, but it takes much thought to select the perfect solution for your enterprise, especially if there are comparable features. However, price counts and cost-effectiveness is an essential aspect of product choice. Here is a look at the comparative costs of TitanHQ SAT and alternatives Cofense PhishMe and KnowBe4:
Solution
TitanHQ SAT
Per user per month
$1.50
Per month
$150
Per annum (100 users)
$1,800
Solution
Cofense PhishMe
Per user per month
$10 for larger enterprises but up to $12 for SMB
Per month
Flat rate per year
Per annum (100 users)
Flat rate per year
Solution
KnowBe4
Per user per month
$1.30 (basic package which includes simulated phishing) $2.30 (Diamond package which includes AI-driven phishing. The Diamond package is the closest to the TitanHQ offering).
Per month
Flat rate per year
Per annum (100 users)
$2760
Why chooseTitanHQ SAT over alternatives Cofense and KnowBe4
Cybercriminals rely on your users falling for their scams and phishing emails. Equip your users to recognize and respond to potential security risks with Security Awareness Training.
TitanHQ Security Awareness Training is powered by 25 years of cutting-edge security innovation and expertise. Our expert team safeguards thousands of organizations and MSPs globally, bringing unparalleled experience to ensure your security training is comprehensive and proactive.
Remediate Risk with Automated Security Awareness Training
Traditional security awareness training programs no longer measure up. Maintaining them requires significant effort, yet they don't enhance security. With TitanHQ SAT, you enjoy a hands-off, set-and-forget experience. Our security experts design and schedule security training for your users continually.
Enable your employees to recognize and report cyber threats through engaging, contextual, and narrative-driven lessons fully managed by TitanHQ. Campaign management and reporting happen automatically in the background.
You can get started with TitanHQ Security Awareness training by booking a personalized demo today.
J.P. Roe
- SECURITY AWARENESS TRAINING