Microsoft Attack Simulation Training Alternative
PhishGrid vs Microsoft Attack Simulation Training
Microsoft's built-in Attack Simulation Training is convenient if you already run Microsoft 365 — but it's limited to email campaigns, requires premium M365 licenses, and stops where the Microsoft ecosystem ends. PhishGrid is a dedicated, free phishing simulation platform that works beyond email and beyond Microsoft, with vishing, ransomware and macro simulation included.
- Works for any organisation, not just Microsoft 365 shops
- Free forever plan — no premium M365 license required
- Vishing, ransomware & macro simulation beyond plain email
- Purpose-built awareness training and human risk reporting
PhishGrid vs Microsoft
A dedicated phishing simulation platform versus a bundled Microsoft 365 add-on.
| Feature | PhishGrid | Microsoft |
|---|---|---|
| Free forever plan | Premium M365 | |
| Email phishing simulation | ||
| 700+ attack templates | Limited | |
| AI-powered attack engine | ||
| Automated vishing (phone) | ||
| Ransomware & malware simulation | ||
| Macro phishing simulation | ||
| Custom templates on demand | Limited | |
| Security awareness training | Limited | |
| Works outside Microsoft 365 | ||
| No per-user cost |
Why teams pick PhishGrid over Microsoft
A free forever plan, a properly unified platform, and measurable human risk reduction from day one.
Beyond Microsoft 365
Don't be locked to one email stack. PhishGrid simulates and trains any organisation, with or without Microsoft.
More than email campaigns
Cover voice, ransomware, macro and AI-generated lures that Microsoft's bundled tooling doesn't simulate.
No premium license needed
Get a free phishing simulation platform without upgrading your whole M365 tenant to hit the simulation feature.
Microsoft FAQ
Is PhishGrid better than Microsoft Attack Simulation Training?▾
For dedicated phishing simulation and awareness, yes. PhishGrid is a purpose-built platform that covers more simulated attack types (vishing, ransomware, macro), works for any organisation, and is free — whereas Microsoft's tooling is a licensed add-on limited mainly to email scenarios.
Do I still need Microsoft 365?▾
No. PhishGrid runs independently of your email provider, so you can use it alongside M365, Google Workspace, or any other platform you already rely on.
Does PhishGrid sign users up to pilot with email in Microsoft?▾
Yes — PhishGrid fires genuine simulated phishing emails and tracks delivery, opens, clicks and credential submissions, so you get the same behavioural data whether or not you use Microsoft 365.
Free. Forever.
Get lifetime access to the free phishing simulation platform. No credit card. No hidden fees.
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