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Head-to-head · Security Awareness Training Software

KnowBe4 vs Wizer

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 6 checks side by side
Higher score KnowBe4 #1 in Security Awareness Training Software 9.4/10 Paid ✓ 5 of 5 features Visit KnowBe4
Wizer #8 in Security Awareness Training Software 8.7/10 Free plan · 10-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 5 of 5 features Visit Wizer

KnowBe4 leads on 0 checks, Wizer on 1, and 5 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 · 9.4/10
  • Free planonly Wizer
  • Free trialonly Wizer

KnowBe4 scores higher on our rubric for security awareness training software: 9.4 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #8.

Wizer offers free plan; KnowBe4 doesn't.

KnowBe4 is the better fit for broad enterprise awareness programs. Wizer is the better fit for budget-conscious teams wanting simple deployment.

  • KnowBe4 fits best

    Broad enterprise awareness programs

  • Wizer fits best

    Budget-conscious teams wanting simple deployment

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Side by side

Feature KnowBe4 9.4/10 Visit ↗ Wizer 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.4 8.7
Ranking #1 in Security Awareness Training Software #8 in Security Awareness Training Software
Best for Broad enterprise awareness programs Budget-conscious teams wanting simple deployment
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $2.40/seat/mo —
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — 10 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Browser extension
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, Chrome extension
Support Docs Email, Docs
Compliance SOC 2, ISO 27001, SSO/SAML GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, SSO/SAML
Integrations 8 integrations 7 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features KnowBe4 5/5 · Wizer 5/5
Phishing simulations ✓ ✓
Phish reporting button ✓ ✓
Automated training ✓ ✓
Risk scoring ✓ ✓
SSO support ✓ ✓
Specs
Course languages Not checked yet 11
Our review
Pros
  • Unlimited phishing tests and automated training campaigns
  • Risk scores for users, groups, and organizations
  • Microsoft 365, Google, Okta, and Proofpoint integrations
  • Free plan covers basic training, reporting, and learner reminders
  • Boost adds phishing simulations, report buttons, SSO, and provisioning
  • Integrates with Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Okta, and more
Cons
  • No free plan
  • Advanced risk scoring requires SAT Advanced
  • Pricing may vary by region and is listed for a 3-year term
  • Free plan lacks the comprehensive Boost training library
  • Boost pricing is shown for a 3-year term billed annually
  • Boost language coverage is listed at 11 languages
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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Wizer is a web-based security awareness training platform for organizations that need employee education, phishing exercises, reporting, and policy acknowledgement tracking. Its Free plan provides basic annual awareness training, a learner…

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  1. KnowBe4Security Awareness Training Software 9.4Paid
  2. WizerSecurity Awareness Training Software 8.7Free plan · 10-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • KnowBe4 — where it wins

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

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan
    • Advanced risk scoring requires SAT Advanced
    • Pricing may vary by region and is listed for a 3-year term
  • Wizer — where it wins

    • Free plan covers basic training, reporting, and learner reminders
    • Boost adds phishing simulations, report buttons, SSO, and provisioning
    • Integrates with Google Workspace, Microsoft 365, Okta, and more

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plan lacks the comprehensive Boost training library
    • Boost pricing is shown for a 3-year term billed annually
    • Boost language coverage is listed at 11 languages
  • KnowBe49.4/10 · Paid

    A broad security awareness platform with phishing tests, automated training, and risk scoring.

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  • Wizer8.7/10 · Free plan · 10-day trial

    A budget-friendly awareness platform with free basics, phishing simulations, and identity integrations.

    Visit WizerFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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