Cofense PhishMe vs CyberHoot

Cofense PhishMe is a web-based phishing simulation and security awareness training platform for organizations. Its simulations draw on real phishing data and can model smishing, vishing, and QR-code phishing to measure employee readiness and identify training gaps. Training content and reinforcement can be targeted to areas where employees need more practice. Reporting and analytics track performance and risk, while one-click reporting feeds a global intelligence network. PhishMe includes phishing simulations, risk scoring, a phish reporting button, and automated training. Data travels over HTTPS and is encrypted at rest using AES-256. Simulation data includes click-related statistics, while data entered by employees is not collected or stored. Controls include role-based configuration, auditing, and multi-factor authentication; Enterprise also supports SAML 2.0 single sign-on. Cofense says its SOC 2 Type 2 certification covers PhishMe, with the report available through a sales representative under an NDA. Hosting locations include Ashburn, Montreal, Frankfurt, Sydney, and Tokyo; the Free edition is hosted only in Ashburn. The free plan costs nothing.

CyberHoot is a web-based security awareness training service focused on phishing recognition and reducing human risk. HootPhish uses interactive scenarios to teach six indicators of malicious emails; AttackPhish sends realistic phishing messages and ranks individual and team performance. Dark Web Monitoring generates reports about exposed personal data and recommends protective actions. Autopilot runs awareness programs with minimal oversight, without daily logins or manual sending. CyberHoot integrates with EntraID and Google Workspace, while its enterprise offering lists an API and integrations with enterprise software and security infrastructure. It serves individuals, MSPs, businesses, education institutions, enterprises and partners. Individual training is free and includes six foundational videos, monthly video training and quarterly HootPhish training. The service has a free plan and a 30-day trial. Autopilot costs $125 a month and includes 50 users; listed tiered pricing ranges from $2.50 user/mo at a 50-user minimum to $1.00/user/m. CyberHoot states that it complies with CCPA, GDPR, PIPEDA and the Australian Privacy Act.