Hoxhunt Reviews & Product Details

I personally am specialised in data protection and fraud tactics, I know how difficult it is to teach people about the subject in a way that keeps them engaged. The gamification of the process is executed in a great way, it makes people eager to participate and track their personal and team results. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I did identify already a problem that has also built a frustration in a couple of people, namely the late responses.

Now the biggest problem here is that people do like to see their numbers go up, but if you have been sick or on holidays and missed the email, then suddenly you will no longer be able to be on the top of the score board, and you feel like you drag your team down as well cause the total % falls down too.

I would consider a better solution for this like maybe a short question afterwards why was the response delayed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really appreciate Hoxhunt for its realistic examples, which are instrumental in teaching me about potential security threats such as phishing scams. The scenarios presented are not just educational but also easy to understand, which significantly enhances my learning experience. These examples have been incredibly practical because I have encountered actual emails or phone calls that employed methods similar to those shared by Hoxhunt, and thanks to the comprehensive training emails, I was able to identify these as security risks. The initial setup of Hoxhunt was very easy too, as our company facilitated the installation on our internal intranet, making it seamlessly accessible for download and use. Overall, my experience with Hoxhunt has been extremely positive, warranting my willingness to recommend it with a perfect score of 10 out of 10. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I would like to see improvements in the attachment protection features of Hoxhunt. Specifically, I think there needs to be more transparency and insights into what attachments are being blocked and the reasons behind their blockage. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Hoxhunt is extremely easy to use and does a great job of training users without feeling overwhelming. The simulated phishing emails are realistic and actually help build good habits. I like that it teaches you why something is suspicious instead of just telling you that you failed. The platform runs quietly in the background and only takes a few seconds to complete each task, so it fits naturally into the workday. The reporting button is simple, fast, and reliable, and the points system keeps the training engaging. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some of the simulations tend to feel repetitive, and at times the emails are so obvious that they lose their usefulness. I also find myself wishing that the feedback provided after reporting was more detailed, as this would help users better understand the red flags. Aside from these points, the system functions smoothly and does not disrupt my workflow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It makes recognizing spam/phishing threats and learning about the many ways criminals try to trick people feel like a game. Users have a real incentive, which gives them dopamine, which makes them look out for such threats more actively, and aids in recognizing them more effectively. Customer service is wonderful as well! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Accessing the dashboard is not clear and as far as I'm aware can be done when reporting an email. If I don't have an email to report, I'm not sure how to access the dashboard. Also, it doesn't take public holidays into account which means that if you go for holiday for a few days and don't manually put it on pause, it will send you an email during holiday and then mark it as missed if you don't report it by the time you come back. This affects the stats negatively. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Hoxhunt makes cybersecurity awareness training actually engaging. The simulated phishing emails feel realistic and are delivered at random times so it trains you to stay alert in a real work environment. The gamified scoring system and progress levels help motivate continuous learning, rather than one-off annual training. It also fosters a stronger security-first culture across the organization. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes the difficulty level increases a bit too quickly especially for newer users who may not be familiar with phishing patterns. In addition, the learning pacing could be more customizable based on user experience level. It would also be helpful if there were more short video explainers to reinforce key lessons after each simulation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What I appreciate most about Hoxhunt is how it transforms cybersecurity from a tedious task into an engaging challenge that I genuinely want to overcome. The phishing simulations are convincing without being overwhelming, and the immediate feedback provided is both helpful and informative. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

At times, the simulated phishing emails seem a little too frequent or repetitive, particularly when work is especially busy. I recognize that the intention is to help us develop good habits, but the frequency can sometimes be disruptive. Additionally, I would value having a bit more context or explanation after each simulation, such as information on how it relates to actual threats or current phishing trends. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Hoxhunt stands out for its realistic phishing simulations, which closely resemble actual threats and effectively help users develop real-world awareness. The platform also offers a gamified learning experience, making security training more engaging and motivating users to participate regularly. Additionally, the instant feedback and reinforcement provided allow users to quickly learn from their mistakes and continuously improve their skills. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Dislikes:

The customization options are somewhat limited, as the simulations do not always cater to particular roles or industries. There are also occasional false positives, where legitimate emails are flagged, which can lead to confusion. Additionally, the reporting tools are quite basic; the admin dashboards could benefit from offering more detailed insights and greater flexibility. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The phishing simulation are subtly designed to mimic the cybersecurity incident.

The best thing I like is the micro training immediately after the simulation. This creates a lasting impression on the minds of the user and helps us to be prepared for any cybersecurity attack of a similar nature.

Hoxhunt keeps track of how many phishing simulations you completed correctly and which ones you missed. The leaderboard is a good tool to know your competency on handling such cybersecurity attacks.

The Hoxhunt logo with black shield with red borders constantly reminds us to be vigilant during these cybersecurity attacks.

Thanks for a great software! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I think the micro training should also have an option for an in-depth training if someone want a deeper dive on this simulation.

Also there should be a count of how many users pass the simulation and how many users needed the training. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

the collection of the stars after a report or a simulation Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There should be a pop-up when someone clicks on a link that is not supposed to be clicked because it is spam. The pop-up should display a warning message asking the user if they are sure they want to continue with the clicked link.

When an email is reported and determined not to be spam or phishing, it should be moved back to the Inbox instead of remaining in the Deleted Items folder Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

My overall experience with HoxHunt has been very positive. The platform has helped me become more aware and cautious in identifying potential phishing attempts and other security threats in day to day comms. I have also found the simulations to be both realistic and engaging and they strike a good balance between being challenging enough to test my attention and simple enough to integrate into my workflow. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The two thing i personally not like in hoxhunt are: 1) You cannot report multiple emails at a time. When I select multiple emails and try to report then it shows to select one by one and report it. 2) Sometimes the hoxhunt button takes time to open Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.