Wizer
Short security awareness videos, with a free tier that stays free
Wizer teaches security awareness in one-minute videos rather than annual courses, and gives the base library away: the free plan covers a year of training with no card and no expiry, which is unusual in a sector that quotes everything. The paid tier adds phishing simulation, gamification and leaderboards, a new video each month, richer reporting, and integrations and APIs for pushing users in from the directory you already keep. Add-ons cover a managed programme run for you, secure code training that tests whether developers spot vulnerable code, and SCORM files for organisations that would rather host the content in their own LMS. Boost is $25 per user per year on a three-year term billed annually, sold online from 25 users up, with discounts for education, non-profit and government.
- One-minute videos rather than annual courses
- Free plan covers a year of basic training
- Phishing simulation and exercises on Boost
- Gamification and leaderboards
- A new training video each month
- Integrations and APIs for syncing users
- Secure code training add-on for developers
- SCORM files for hosting in your own LMS
Based on what people have said
Every answer links back to the mentions it came fromWhat do people think of the training content?
Users frequently describe the videos as short, engaging, and simple to understand. Several people appreciate that the content is based on real-world cases and find it relatable for both home and business awareness. While some users prefer Wizer's videos over other platforms, one person noted that the overall system felt more bare-bones than competitors.
8 mentions · r/AskNetsec · r/sysadmin · r/instructionaldesign · r/msp · r/k12sysadmin · r/msp · and 2 more · Nov 2019 – Mar 2026
How does the free tier compare to the paid version?
The free tier is often recommended for those with limited budgets, offering basic materials and training modules. However, the phishing simulation features are generally not included in the free community edition, though one user noted they were accessible during a trial period.
5 mentions · r/cybersecurity · r/msp · r/sysadmin · r/cybersecurity · r/ITManagers · Sep 2020 – Oct 2024
Is the platform easy to manage?
Several users report that the system is simple to get up and running, with a user interface that is considered easy to work with. One person mentioned that the support team is solid and includes highly technical staff capable of resolving most issues.
4 mentions · r/sysadmin · r/instructionaldesign · r/cybersecurity · r/k12sysadmin · Feb 2024 – Mar 2026
What are the common complaints regarding Wizer?
Some users have noted a lack of certain amenities compared to other platforms, and one person reported difficulty unsubscribing from the service, which resulted in an unexpected charge.
3 mentions · r/education · r/k12sysadmin · r/msp · Dec 2023 – Apr 2024
How do people perceive the pricing?
Wizer is widely described as economical and cost-effective, with some users choosing it specifically for its price efficiency compared to other solutions. There is some variation in how users perceive the cost, with one person expressing surprise at the annual per-user rate.
8 mentions · r/sysadmin · r/k12sysadmin · r/msp · r/k12sysadmin · r/msp · r/msp · and 2 more · Aug 2021 – Mar 2026
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What people are saying about Wizer
58% positive“Look into Wizer.”
“But Wizer does actually have that feature to run campaigns for users who have never signed in if you ever need it.”
“Yah the only thing missing iirc was a prospect option which usecure had but we've been moving away from phishing during prospecting phase since last year so just pushed everyone to wizer”
“I hear ya but I've used both and there's really little to set up in regards to getting training up and running on Wizer. Not to mention the UI is way easier to work with.”
“Cheap as possible, our insurance vendor has a deal with Wizer and we get it relatively cheap. It checks all boxes, it's also not winning any awards.”
“We implement Wizer for security awareness training, short, engaging, and it actually works. They also have a great phishing simulation.”
“Wizer is a good solution for a better price.”
“People from a security awareness community I used to run liked Ninjio and Wizer for short and engaging presentation of topics that were actually helpful for home and business awareness.”
“\+ to Wizer”
“Wizer – Offers animated video-based training built on real cases, with gamification, interactive quizzes, and a learner console. Known for ease of use and the relatability of content.”
“I've used the Wizer security trainings and phishing sim in the past.”
“Currently looking at Wizer and Hoxhunt”
“i dont work for them but my company uses them and they are solid, their support usually solves most issues and have highly technical people to help.”
“Free cybersecurity slide decks are available from CISA, Wizer, SlidesCarnival, and SlideShare. They’re beginner-friendly, cover basics like phishing and passwords, and can be customized for your team.”
“When I was working at a small place with a very limited budget for security I got by using the free materials from a company called Wizer Training. They offer some basic materials in the hope you'll sign up eventually to one of their paid packages, but to start with it can be ok using the free stuff.”
“Our stack is: support (user + server & infrastructure amounts), S1 via Ninja, Inky email security, Mailstore email archiving, backup currently via Ninja but looking at Comet, Egnyte for some clients, Wizer security awareness training. (365 is all direct).”
“They also include user awareness with videos produced by Wizer, very well-done videos. It's a whole suite of other tools besides these.”
“Wow I thought Wizer was 25 per user per MONTH. LOL”
“And they include a subscription to Wizer, which I was looking at before I found Inky.”
“Couldn't recommend it more, even preferring it over KnowBe4.”
“Check out Wizer”
“Basically it was impossible to unsubscribe ahead of time. Congrats, Wizer. You got another $60 from me.”
“You should also check out Wizer. They're a great company that offers a free cyber security awareness training platform. https://www.wizer-training.com/cyber-security-awareness-training”
“Came to Wizer about a year ago from Curricula and I have no regrets. Simple system to get up and running, monthly video, and annual main training assignments for users as well as Phishing tests. I'm very happy with it and our staff find the short monthly videos helpful.”
“We are looking into leaving KnowBe4 and implementing Wizer(cost efficiency). From the start, we have noticed that there is a lack of amenities which is assumed based on the annual savings that would incur.”