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Head-to-head · Cybersecurity Training Platforms

Infosec IQ vs Living Security

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Infosec IQ #6 in Cybersecurity Training Platforms 6.9/10 Pricing on request ✓ 2 of 5 features Visit Infosec IQ
Living Security #7 in Cybersecurity Training Platforms 6.7/10 Pricing on request ✓ 2 of 5 features Try Living Security

Infosec IQ leads on 0 checks, Living Security on 0, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreInfosec IQ · 6.9/10

Infosec IQ scores higher on our rubric for cybersecurity training platforms: 6.9 against 6.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #7.

Infosec IQ is the better fit for large enterprises needing deep customization. Living Security is the better fit for teams prioritizing human-risk measurement.

  • Infosec IQ fits best

    Large enterprises needing deep customization

  • Living Security fits best

    Teams prioritizing human-risk measurement

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Side by side

Feature Infosec IQ 6.9/10 Visit ↗ Living Security 6.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 6.9 6.7
Ranking #6 in Cybersecurity Training Platforms #7 in Cybersecurity Training Platforms
Best for Large enterprises needing deep customization Teams prioritizing human-risk measurement
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan Not published Not published
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Email, Phone, Docs Tickets, Community, Docs
Compliance GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS HIPAA, PCI DSS
Integrations 10 integrations 160+ integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Infosec IQ 2/5 · Living Security 2/5
Phishing simulations ✓ ✓
Awareness content Not published Not published
Automated campaigns Not published Not published
Risk scoring ✓ ✓
SSO support Not published Not published
Specs
Content languages Not published Not published
Training formats Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • 2,000+ phishing templates with drag-and-drop campaign creation
  • Risk-based assignments, behavior scoring, and learner risk grades
  • Broad directory, LMS, SIEM, BI, and API integrations
  • Role- and risk-based training with adaptive campaigns
  • Human Risk Index, risk-factor, compliance, and executive reporting
  • Broad identity, HR, collaboration, and security integrations
Cons
  • Pricing uses a contact-sales model
  • Standard does not include LMS integration or SCORM support
  • Its broad administration features may exceed simpler team needs
  • Pricing requires contacting the sales team
  • Phishing simulations are an add-on to the Train package
  • Automated orchestration and risk-based access controls require Adapt
Our verdict

Infosec IQ is a web-based security awareness and phishing simulation platform from Infosec, a division of Cengage Learning. It is designed for organizations and managed service providers that need employee training, simulated phishing,…

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Living Security is a cybersecurity training and human risk management platform for organizations that want to measure workforce behavior and tailor security awareness programs. It combines role- and risk-based training, adaptive campaigns,…

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  1. Infosec IQCybersecurity Training Platforms 6.9Pricing on request
  2. Living SecurityCybersecurity Training Platforms 6.7Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Infosec IQ — where it wins

    • 2,000+ phishing templates with drag-and-drop campaign creation
    • Risk-based assignments, behavior scoring, and learner risk grades
    • Broad directory, LMS, SIEM, BI, and API integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing uses a contact-sales model
    • Standard does not include LMS integration or SCORM support
    • Its broad administration features may exceed simpler team needs
  • Living Security — where it wins

    • Role- and risk-based training with adaptive campaigns
    • Human Risk Index, risk-factor, compliance, and executive reporting
    • Broad identity, HR, collaboration, and security integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting the sales team
    • Phishing simulations are an add-on to the Train package
    • Automated orchestration and risk-based access controls require Adapt

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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