Why CyberNut?
The quick facts
Explore how CyberNut compares against the alternatives
Microsoft A5 supports a wide range of school operations but lacks specialized cybersecurity tools for K–12 environments.
CyberNut delivers training and features crafted specifically for the school setting—focused, frictionless, and built around how schools actually operate.
Microsoft A5 includes basic security awareness content, but it isn’t engaging or gamified.
CyberNut uses leaderboards, incentives, and student-friendly mechanics to turn passive training into active cybersecurity culture.
Microsoft A5 relies on built-in Microsoft Defender protections, not personalized phishing simulations.
CyberNut trains students and staff to recognize and report threats, with adaptive simulations tailored by role and behavior.
Microsoft A5 bundles everything into one package, but schools often pay for features they don’t use.
CyberNut offers transparent, education-only pricing that aligns directly with school cybersecurity needs.
Microsoft A5 doesn’t include structured, age-appropriate training for students.
CyberNut provides full modules for elementary, middle, and high school students—designed to be both effective and compliant.
Managing Microsoft A5’s security features takes time, integration, and know-how.
CyberNut automates everything from training to simulations, freeing up school IT teams to focus on more critical tasks.
Microsoft A5 logs events for review, but doesn't surface real-time human-reported threats.
CyberNut gives schools instant visibility into phishing reports with actionable insights routed straight to the IT dashboard.
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