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# Proofpoint ZenGuide vs usecure Comparison - What are their main differences?

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Reviews

**Proofpoint ZenGuide** [

4.5/5(337)

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**usecure** [

4.6/5(330)

](https://www.g2.com/products/usecure/reviews#reviews)

Pricing

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**
Free Trial

No pricing available

**usecure**
Free Trial

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**Pricing Insights**
from reviews

Time to Implement

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**
2 months

Based on 19 responses

**usecure**
1 monthFaster

Based on 105 responses

Return on Investment

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**
15 months

Based on 16 responses

**usecure**
7 months8 months sooner

Based on 94 responses

Perceived Cost

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**
$$$$$

**usecure**
$$$$$

Average Discount

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**
8%

**usecure**
15%7% more

Pros & Cons

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**
[
Training (30)
](https://www.g2.com/products/proofpoint-zenguide/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1660268&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Ease of Use (19)
](https://www.g2.com/products/proofpoint-zenguide/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1659473&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Limited Customization (7)
](https://www.g2.com/products/proofpoint-zenguide/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1659709&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Learning Curve (5)
](https://www.g2.com/products/proofpoint-zenguide/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1660118&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

**usecure**
[
Ease of Use (36)
](https://www.g2.com/products/usecure/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1653834&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Easy Setup (17)
](https://www.g2.com/products/usecure/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1653548&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Insufficient Information (8)
](https://www.g2.com/products/usecure/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1655532&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)[
Inadequate Reporting (7)
](https://www.g2.com/products/usecure/reviews?filters%5Bsentiment_snippet%5D=1654637&qs=pros-and-cons#reviews)

Integrations

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**
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Autotask

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**usecure**
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Autotask

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Google Workspace

](https://www.g2.com/products/google-workspace/reviews)[

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HaloPSA

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Microsoft 365

](https://www.g2.com/products/microsoft365/reviews)[
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Screenshots

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**
 ![Proofpoint ZenGuide screenshot](https://images.g2crowd.com/cdn-cgi/image/width=600,height=600,fit=scale-down,format=auto,onerror=redirect,/https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/attachment/file/121677/CISO-Dashboard.png)

**usecure**
No screenshot available

Ratings

Meets Requirements

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**

9.1

9.1219

**usecure**

9.1

9.1279

Ease of Use

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**

8.8

8.8283

**usecure**

9.3

9.3280

Ease of Setup

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**

8.7

8.7251

**usecure**

9.2

9.2257

Ease of Admin

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**

8.5

8.5190

**usecure**

9.2

9.2238

Quality of Support

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**

8.8

8.8212

**usecure**

9.4

9.4259

Has the product been a good partner in doing business?

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**

9.2

9.2188

**usecure**

9.5

9.5232

Product Direction (% positive)

**Proofpoint ZenGuide**

9.0

9.0214

**usecure**

9.6

9.6274

Features

Security Awareness Training[Hide 39 FeaturesShow 39 Features](javascript:void(0);)

8.0

126

8.6

263

Assessment

Continuous Assessment

8.2

100

9.2(won by 1.0)

233

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Phishing Assessment

8.8

112

9.2(won by 0.4)

245

Baselining

8.2

102

9.1(won by 0.9)

216

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Risk Assessment

Not enough data

Not enough data

Training

Content Library

8.2

117

8.7(won by 0.5)

236

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Interactive Training

8.2

113

8.9(won by 0.7)

234

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Gamification

7.5

92

8.0(won by 0.5)

193

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Administration

Risk-scoring

8.1

103

8.7(won by 0.6)

226

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Customization

7.9

110

8.6(won by 0.7)

226

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

White-Labeling

8.0

88

8.8(won by 0.8)

208

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

Reporting

8.1

111

8.6(won by 0.5)

245

 (There is a greater than 0.5 difference between this product's rating and its competitors)

AI-generated Content

6.9(won by 0.1)

6

6.8

17

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Interactive Content

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assessment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Learning Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Document Automation

Not enough data

Not enough data

Policy Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Training Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Simulated Threat Attacks

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self-Paced Courses

Not enough data

Not enough data

Data Visualization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Risk Analysis

Not enough data

Not enough data

Progress Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Threat Intelligence

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Regulatory Compliance

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Surveys & Feedback

Not enough data

Not enough data

Customizable Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Interactive Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Interactive Reports

Not enough data

Not enough data

Goal Setting/Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Self-paced Learning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Dark Web Monitoring[Hide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

8.5

77

Functionality

Monitoring - Deep Web

Not enough data

8.5(won by default)

71

Monitoring - Dark Web

Not enough data

8.3(won by default)

72

Analysis

Not enough data

8.6(won by default)

72

Ticketing

Not enough data

7.9(won by default)

52

Simple Search

Not enough data

8.6(won by default)

56

Leak Source

Not enough data

8.3(won by default)

56

Centralized Dashboard

Not enough data

9.4(won by default)

68

Real-Time Alerts

Not enough data

8.0(won by default)

63

Show 1 feature category with incomplete data

Vulnerability Management[Hide 36 FeaturesShow 36 Features](javascript:void(0);)

Not enough data

Not enough data

Additional Functionality

Search/Filter

Not enough data

Not enough data

Risk Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Generative AI

Not enough data

Not enough data

Alerts/Notifications

Not enough data

Not enough data

Compliance Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Third-Party Integrations

Not enough data

Not enough data

Certificate Assessment

Not enough data

Not enough data

API

Not enough data

Not enough data

Incident Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Automated Containment

Not enough data

Not enough data

Real-Time Data

Not enough data

Not enough data

Vulnerability Scanning

Not enough data

Not enough data

Monitoring

Not enough data

Not enough data

Policy Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Asset Discovery

Not enough data

Not enough data

Penetration Testing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Runtime Container Security

Not enough data

Not enough data

Activity Dashboard

Not enough data

Not enough data

Security Auditing

Not enough data

Not enough data

Issue Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Threat Intelligence

Not enough data

Not enough data

Patch Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Endpoint Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Collaboration Tools

Not enough data

Not enough data

Vulnerability Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Goal Setting/Tracking

Not enough data

Not enough data

Vulnerability Assessment

Not enough data

Not enough data

Asset Tagging

Not enough data

Not enough data

Assessment Management

Not enough data

Not enough data

Access Controls/Permissions

Not enough data

Not enough data

AI Copilot

Not enough data

Not enough data

Vulnerability/Threat Prioritization

Not enough data

Not enough data

Vulnerability Protection

Not enough data

Not enough data

Risk Assessment

Not enough data

Not enough data

Reporting/Analytics

Not enough data

Not enough data

SQL Injections

Not enough data

Not enough data

User Insights

Reviewers' Company Size

[![Proofpoint ZenGuide](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/8adf2eedd5616a9f5e200c4520f6d30d/proofpoint-zenguide.svg "Proofpoint ZenGuide")](https://www.g2.com/products/proofpoint-zenguide/reviews)

Proofpoint ZenGuide

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

6.1%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

40.0%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

53.9%

[![usecure](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1db755d670f93a8902590264cd27db72/usecure.svg "usecure")](https://www.g2.com/products/usecure/reviews)

usecure

Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)

59.3%

Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)

36.4%

Enterprise(\> 1000 emp.)

4.3%

Small-Business

(50 or fewer emp.)

6.1%

59.3%

Mid-Market

(51-1000 emp.)

40.0%

36.4%

Enterprise

(\> 1000 emp.)

53.9%

4.3%

Reviewers' Industry

[![Proofpoint ZenGuide](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/8adf2eedd5616a9f5e200c4520f6d30d/proofpoint-zenguide.svg "Proofpoint ZenGuide")](https://www.g2.com/products/proofpoint-zenguide/reviews)
Proofpoint ZenGuide

Financial Services

7.9%

Hospital & Health Care

7.6%

Information Technology and Services

5.5%

Retail

5.5%

Oil & Energy

4.5%

Other

69.1%

[![usecure](https://images.g2crowd.com/uploads/product/hd_favicon/1db755d670f93a8902590264cd27db72/usecure.svg "usecure")](https://www.g2.com/products/usecure/reviews)
usecure

Information Technology and Services

39.3%

Computer & Network Security

24.9%

Computer Software

3.9%

Financial Services

3.0%

Computer Networking

2.0%

Other

26.9%

FAQs

## Proofpoint ZenGuide vs usecure FAQs

Generated using AI

Last updated: August 15, 2026

### What is the difference between Proofpoint ZenGuide vs usecure?

usecure stands out for higher reviewer satisfaction in ease of use, setup, and support, while Proofpoint ZenGuide is more established in enterprise environments.

| [Proofpoint ZenGuide](https://www.g2.com/products/proofpoint-zenguide/reviews) | [usecure](https://www.g2.com/products/usecure/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.5/5 (337 reviews) | 4.6/5 (330 reviews) |
| Enterprise | Small-Business |
| 8.7 | 9.2 |
| 8.8 | 9.4 |
| Training (30 all-time mentions) | Ease of Use (31 all-time mentions) |

### How do the pricing models of Proofpoint ZenGuide and usecure compare?

usecure is rated as the stronger value on price and cost satisfaction, with reviewers consistently citing affordability and value.

- **Proofpoint ZenGuide:** Reviewers note that the platform is "quite expensive" for managed service providers and mention price as a drawback in recent reviews.
- **usecure:** Reviewers frequently highlight usecure's "great price," "affordable" nature, and "excellent value for what we pay."
- **Switching reasons:** In recent reviews, buyers mention switching to usecure for better pricing and value, especially for small and mid-sized businesses.

### What are the best alternatives to Proofpoint ZenGuide and usecure?

The top 3 alternatives to Proofpoint ZenGuide and usecure are KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training, Hoxhunt, and MetaCompliance Security Awareness Training.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Proofpoint ZenGuide](https://www.g2.com/products/proofpoint-zenguide/reviews) | 4.5/5 (337 reviews) | Enterprise | Expensive for MSPs | Training (30 all-time mentions) |
| [usecure](https://www.g2.com/products/usecure/reviews) | 4.6/5 (330 reviews) | Small-Business | Affordable, great value | Ease of Use (31 all-time mentions) |
| [KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training](https://www.g2.com/products/knowbe4-security-awareness-training/reviews) | 4.6/5 (2388 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | — |
| [Hoxhunt](https://www.g2.com/products/hoxhunt/reviews) | 4.8/5 (3738 reviews) | Enterprise | — | — |
| [MetaCompliance Security Awareness Training](https://www.g2.com/products/metacompliance-security-awareness-training/reviews) | 4.6/5 (1125 reviews) | Mid-Market | — | — |

### Which Security Awareness Training features should I prioritize when comparing Proofpoint ZenGuide and usecure?

Buyers should prioritize ease of use, ease of setup, quality of support, reporting, and integration capabilities when comparing Proofpoint ZenGuide and usecure.

- **Ease of Use:** Proofpoint ZenGuide 8.8, usecure 9.3; 19 all-time mentions for Proofpoint ZenGuide, 31 for usecure.
- **Ease of Setup:** Proofpoint ZenGuide 8.7, usecure 9.2; 8 all-time mentions for Proofpoint ZenGuide, 15 for usecure.
- **Quality of Support:** Proofpoint ZenGuide 8.8, usecure 9.4; 7 all-time mentions for Proofpoint ZenGuide, 8 for usecure.
- **Reporting:** Both products have recurring reviewer feedback on reporting, with 4 all-time mentions of poor reporting for Proofpoint ZenGuide and 6 for usecure.
- **Integrations:** Both products are cited for easy integrations, with 8 all-time mentions each; usecure specifically integrates with Microsoft 365 (10 mentions) and Google Workspace (7 mentions).

### What are the pros and cons of Proofpoint ZenGuide vs usecure?

Proofpoint ZenGuide's headline strength is its robust training content, while usecure excels in ease of use and setup.

- **Proofpoint ZenGuide strengths:** Training (30 all-time mentions), ease of use (19), easy implementation (12), awareness increase (9), easy integrations (8), customer support (7), engaging content (6).
- **Proofpoint ZenGuide trade-offs:** Limited customization (7), learning curve (5), phishing issues (5), expensive (4), integration issues (4), outdated content (4), overcomplication (4), poor reporting (4).
- **usecure strengths:** Ease of use (31), easy setup (15), educational content (12), phishing simulation (12), threat detection (12), insights (10), simple (9), training (9), customer support (8), easy integrations (8), engaging content (8), training efficiency (8).
- **usecure trade-offs:** Inadequate reporting (6), poor reporting (6), some reviewers mention a desire for more advanced reporting and content variety.

### Is Proofpoint ZenGuide or usecure better for small businesses?

usecure is the better fit for small businesses, with the largest reviewer segment and strong small-business sentiment.

- **Proofpoint ZenGuide:** Largest segment is Enterprise; reviewers note it can be overkill for smaller clients and cite higher costs.
- **usecure:** Largest segment is Small-Business; reviewers consistently highlight ease of setup, affordability, and suitability for small teams.

### Which Security Awareness Training platform has better integrations?

usecure is favored for integrations, especially with Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.

- **Proofpoint ZenGuide:** Easy integrations cited in 8 all-time reviews, but no specific third-party tools are named in recent reviews.
- **usecure:** Microsoft 365 integration (10 all-time mentions), Google Workspace integration (7 all-time mentions), and easy integrations cited in 8 reviews.

### How do Proofpoint ZenGuide and usecure compare on customer support?

usecure leads on Quality of Support with a 0.6-point advantage (9.4 vs 8.8).

- **Proofpoint ZenGuide:** Reviewers describe support as helpful and responsive, but a few mention inconsistent experiences and slower response times.
- **usecure:** Reviewers consistently praise support as "fantastic," "very helpful," and "excellent," with multiple mentions of prompt assistance and proactive feedback handling.

### Which is easier to implement, Proofpoint ZenGuide or usecure?

usecure is easier to implement, with a 0.5-point lead in Ease of Setup (9.2 vs 8.7) and higher Ease of Admin (9.2 vs 8.5).

- **Proofpoint ZenGuide:** Reviewers note easy implementation and setup, but some mention a learning curve and more complex administration for smaller teams.
- **usecure:** Reviewers frequently highlight "very easy" and "quick" setup, minimal admin work, and a "set and forget" onboarding experience.

### Which product has better Reporting?

Reporting is a recurring area of reviewer feedback for both Proofpoint ZenGuide and usecure, with both products receiving mixed sentiment.

- **Proofpoint ZenGuide:** 4 all-time mentions of poor reporting, with reviewers noting a desire for more detailed and customizable metrics.
- **usecure:** 6 all-time mentions of inadequate or poor reporting, with reviewers requesting more advanced analytics and easier access to detailed reports.

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