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Head-to-head · Cybersecurity Training Platforms

KnowBe4 vs Adaptive Security

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score KnowBe4 #3 in Cybersecurity Training Platforms 7.9/10 From $2.40/user/mo ✓ 2 of 5 features Visit KnowBe4
Adaptive Security #4 in Cybersecurity Training Platforms 7.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 5 of 5 features Visit site

KnowBe4 leads on 0 checks, Adaptive Security on 3, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreKnowBe4 · 7.9/10
  • Most featuresAdaptive Security · 5 of 5

KnowBe4 scores higher on our rubric for cybersecurity training platforms: 7.9 against 7.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #4.

Adaptive Security offers awareness content; KnowBe4 doesn't publish it. Adaptive Security offers automated campaigns; KnowBe4 doesn't publish it. Adaptive Security offers sso support; KnowBe4 doesn't publish it.

KnowBe4 is the better fit for mature teams seeking a core training platform. Adaptive Security is the better fit for teams wanting advanced AI-driven simulations.

  • KnowBe4 fits best

    Mature teams seeking a core training platform

  • Adaptive Security fits best

    Teams wanting advanced AI-driven simulations

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Side by side

Feature KnowBe4 7.9/10 Visit ↗ Adaptive Security 7.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.4
Ranking #3 in Cybersecurity Training Platforms #4 in Cybersecurity Training Platforms
Best for Mature teams seeking a core training platform Teams wanting advanced AI-driven simulations
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $2.4/user/mo Not published
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Support Docs Email, Live chat, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, SSO/SAML SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, ISO 27001
Integrations 8 integrations 20 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features KnowBe4 2/5 · Adaptive Security 5/5
Phishing simulations ✓ ✓
Awareness content Not published ✓ (best)
Automated campaigns Not published ✓ (best)
Risk scoring ✓ ✓
SSO support Not published ✓ (best)
Specs
Content languages Not published Not published
Training formats Not published Mixed
Our review
Pros
  • Unlimited phishing tests and automated training campaigns
  • Risk scores for users, groups, and organizations
  • Integrations with Microsoft 365, Google, Okta, and Proofpoint
  • Simulates phishing, SMS, voice, and deepfake attacks
  • Scores risk at person, team, and department levels
  • Connects with major identity and HR systems
Cons
  • No free plan
  • Advanced risk scoring requires the SAT Advanced plan
  • Pricing may vary by region and term
  • Quote-based pricing requires a sales conversation
  • Web-only delivery may not suit every training environment
  • Advanced simulation breadth may exceed basic training needs
Our verdict

KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training is a cloud platform for organizations that train employees to identify and respond to phishing and other social-engineering threats. It combines simulated phishing campaigns, security awareness and…

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Adaptive Security is a web-based security awareness training platform from TeamGuard AI Inc. It is designed for small businesses, mid-market organizations, enterprises, and regulated industries that need to prepare employees for phishing…

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  1. KnowBe4Cybersecurity Training Platforms 7.9From $2.40/user/mo
  2. Adaptive SecurityCybersecurity Training Platforms 7.4Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • KnowBe4 — where it wins

    • Unlimited phishing tests and automated training campaigns
    • Risk scores for users, groups, and organizations
    • Integrations with Microsoft 365, Google, Okta, and Proofpoint

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan
    • Advanced risk scoring requires the SAT Advanced plan
    • Pricing may vary by region and term

  • Adaptive Security — where it wins

    • Simulates phishing, SMS, voice, and deepfake attacks
    • Scores risk at person, team, and department levels
    • Connects with major identity and HR systems

    Where it doesn't

    • Quote-based pricing requires a sales conversation
    • Web-only delivery may not suit every training environment
    • Advanced simulation breadth may exceed basic training needs
  • KnowBe47.9/10 · From $2.40/user/mo

    A broad security awareness platform for phishing practice, training, and risk measurement.

    Visit KnowBe4Full verdict →
  • Adaptive Security7.4/10 · Pricing on request

    A strong fit for teams needing simulations across email, SMS, voice, and deepfakes.

    Visit siteFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026

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