Proofpoint Security Awareness Alternative
PhishGrid vs Proofpoint
Proofpoint Security Awareness Training is a strong enterprise option inside a larger email security portfolio — but it's positioned and priced for large, procurement-driven organisations. PhishGrid gives you the same realistic simulation and awareness outcomes on a free plan, in a platform built only for phishing and human risk.
- Free forever plan — Proofpoint is a paid enterprise suite
- Automated vishing, ransomware & macro simulation included
- Easy import and instant campaign setup for any team size
- Clear human-risk reporting you can act on the same day
PhishGrid vs Proofpoint
Ten minutes to a first campaign, not a six-week sales cycle.
| Feature | PhishGrid | Proofpoint |
|---|---|---|
| Free forever plan | ||
| Email phishing simulation | ||
| 700+ attack templates | ||
| AI-powered attack engine | Paid tiers | |
| Automated vishing (phone) | Add-on | |
| Ransomware & malware simulation | Add-on | |
| Macro phishing simulation | ||
| Custom templates on demand | Paid tiers | |
| Security awareness training | ||
| 24×7 support | Higher tiers | |
| No per-user cost |
Why teams pick PhishGrid over Proofpoint
A free forever plan, a properly unified platform, and measurable human risk reduction from day one.
Free where Proofpoint is paid
Get a real, working phishing simulation platform at no cost, with paid plans only when your team outgrows the free tier.
Fast to first campaign
Import employees, pick a template, and launch in minutes — no lengthy deployment or professional services required.
Focused on human risk
PhishGrid is built specifically for phishing simulation and security awareness, so every feature works toward measurable risk reduction.
Proofpoint FAQ
Is PhishGrid a good Proofpoint alternative?▾
Yes. If you need phishing simulation and security awareness training without Proofpoint's broader email-security suite and enterprise pricing, PhishGrid delivers the same core outcomes — free to start, with vishing, ransomware and macro simulation built in.
Does PhishGrid integrate with my existing email security?▾
Yes. PhishGrid is a standalone phishing simulation and training platform, so it sits alongside your existing email gateway or security stack and needs no vendor lock-in.
Can small and mid-sized teams use PhishGrid?▾
Absolutely — PhishGrid scales from a handful of employees to thousands, with no per-user minimum or long-term contract on the free plan.
Free. Forever.
Get lifetime access to the free phishing simulation platform. No credit card. No hidden fees.
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