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Barracuda PhishLine vs Sophos Phish Threat comparison

Barracuda Networks and Sophos are both solutions in the Security Awareness Training category. Barracuda Networks is ranked #10, while Sophos is ranked #3 with an average rating of 9.3. Barracuda Networks holds a 2.9% mindshare in SAT, compared to Sophos’s 5.4% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Sophos users are willing to recommend the solution.
Barracuda PhishLine
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100% willing to recommend
 

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Categories and Ranking

Barracuda PhishLine
Ranking in Security Awareness Training
10th
Average Rating
0.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Sophos Phish Threat
Ranking in Security Awareness Training
3rd
Average Rating
8.8
Number of Reviews
12
Ranking in other categories
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Mindshare comparison

As of January 2025, in the Security Awareness Training category, the mindshare of Barracuda PhishLine is 2.9%, down from 4.0% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Sophos Phish Threat is 5.4%, up from 4.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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DW
Efficient threat repelling, continual updates, and friendly support
Barracuda PhishLine continues to evolve because as the attacks get more sophisticated, they get integrated into the campaigns. Then the users are exposed to the latest attacks in the form of a training session rather than in real life. They're much better prepared for these real-life ransomware attacks that come through via email.
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Carlos Roberto Da Silva - PeerSpot reviewer
Significantly reduced phishing attacks in my customers' environments by training their users
Sophos should offer tests where we can emulate new attacks happening now. For example, people use traveling companies, so we could simulate a new test based on that. Sophos could update tests because we have tests for old attacks. We need new emails with new attacks, something that's happening now. Phish Threat has a lot of features that need to be improved, such as reporting. This is not just with EDR but with Sophos Central as well. For example, if we wanted to find the top ten machines that had been attacked the most last month, we could identify what the problem could be, whether it's the user or something happening with the machine. The report could say, "Last month, 20 machines were affected," maybe thanks to a virus or malware.
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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"Barracuda PhishLine continues to evolve because as the attacks get more sophisticated, they get integrated into the campaigns. Then the users are exposed to the latest attacks in the form of a training session rather than in real life. They're much better prepared for these real-life ransomware attacks that come through via email."
"The solution is easy to integrate because it is on the cloud. We have been able to limit users to only accessing the Sophos platform by modifying the firewall and Sophos platform settings. The dashboard gives us detailed reports allowing us to be able to manage better."
"The installation is straightforward. You only need to upload the user's email address to the cloud and you can start using it."
"I find the solution's reports very valuable."
"It is easy to use."
"Sophos Phish Threat effectively identifies susceptible employees."
"It is simple to push tests out to a group of users."
"The scalability is very good."
"I have found the implementation process to be simple and straightforward."
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Cons

"The initial setup of Barracuda PhishLine is very easy. All of it can be set up in approximately one hour with someone that has some IT training and previous exposure to Barracuda."
"Integration with other products could be improved."
"Sophos should offer tests where we can emulate new attacks happening now."
"The solution could be much more secure."
"Sophos Phish Threat can improve load balancing."
"The pricing of Sophos Phish threat can be improved."
"The security could be simplified within the product."
"The security of the solution could improve."
"It would be great if the price was reduced."
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Pricing and Cost Advice

"There are different package plans available, such as email protection advanced, premium, and premium plus."
"There are monthly and annual subscriptions available to use Sophos Phish Threat. The price is reasonable."
"There is a license required for this solution and the cost depends on the number of users."
"The license for the product comes with the firewall offered by Sophos, so a user need not buy it separately."
"The pricing is very good, and some of my customers who have used other vendors say that Sophos is priced well within the market."
"Licensing fees are paid annually."
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Top Industries

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Computer Software Company
23%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Real Estate/Law Firm
9%
Comms Service Provider
6%
 

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What do you like most about Sophos Phish Threat?
I find the solution's reports very valuable.
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What needs improvement with Sophos Phish Threat?
Integration with other products could be improved. There is potential for enhancing the dashboard. Additionally, the feature utilizing AI for phishing detection should be further developed.
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What is your primary use case for Sophos Phish Threat?
The primary use case of Sophos Phish Threat is to educate users on identifying fraudulent or spam links, thereby preventing them from clicking on malicious links.
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Also Known As

PhishLine
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Overview

With PhishLine, you guard against every facet of social-engineering threats with continuous simulation and training for employees. Show them the latest attack techniques, how to recognize the subtle clues and help stop email fraud, data loss, and brand damage. Embed learning into your everyday business processes with customized simulations that test and reinforce good behavior.

Barracuda Networks

Sophos Phish Threat emulates a range of phishing attack types to help you identify areas of weakness in your organization’s security posture, and empower users through engaging training to strengthen your organizations defenses.

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