PhishByte is the Australian KnowBe4 alternative built for local businesses — transparent pricing, no minimum seats, no hidden add-ons, and a free plan available from day one.
KnowBe4 is one of the most recognised names in security awareness training. But for many Australian businesses — particularly SMEs — the pricing model, seat minimums, and US-centric approach create real barriers.
KnowBe4 operates across four tiers — Silver, Gold, Platinum, and Diamond — each with a different feature set and price point. Comparing what you actually get at each level requires significant time investment before you can even request a quote.
KnowBe4 requires a minimum of 25 seats, making it inaccessible for smaller Australian teams. Businesses with 5, 10, or 15 staff still face the same minimum commitment regardless of their actual headcount.
Multiple businesses report KnowBe4 renewal quotes coming in 20–40% higher than the initial contract price. Annual pricing that looks reasonable at sign-up can become a significantly different number at renewal.
For regulated industries — finance, healthcare, legal — the compliance-specific content modules on KnowBe4 are available as add-ons that can cost an additional 100–150% on top of base platform pricing.
KnowBe4 is built for the US market. Phishing simulation templates, compliance frameworks, and training content are predominantly US-focused, which limits their relevance for Australian teams dealing with the ACSC Essential Eight, the Privacy Act, and local threat scenarios.
KnowBe4 does not publish pricing publicly. To get a quote, you need to book a demo, engage with a sales rep, and go through a discovery process — a significant time commitment before you know if the platform is affordable.
A straightforward comparison across the factors that matter most to Australian businesses.
| Feature | PhishByte | KnowBe4 |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan | ✓ Up to 10 users | ✗ Not available |
| Minimum Seats | ✓ No minimum | ✗ 25 seats |
| Pricing Model | ✓ Published, transparent | ✗ Quote only |
| Starting Price | ✓ AUD $14.40/user/year | ~ USD $1.30–$2.35/user/month |
| Free Plan Available | ✓ Up to 10 users, no expiry | ✗ Demo only |
| Australian Focus | ✓ Built for Australia | ✗ US-centric |
| ACSC Essential Eight Alignment | ✓ Included | ✗ Limited / add-on |
| Compliance Add-On Fees | ✓ No add-on fees | ✗ +100–150% extra |
| Contract Flexibility | ✓ No lock-in | ✗ Annual contract |
| Pricing Transparency | ✓ Fully published | ✗ Sales call required |
| Human Risk Scoring | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Phishing Simulations | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Awareness Training Modules | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
KnowBe4 pricing based on publicly available market data. Actual quotes may vary. PhishByte pricing in AUD, published at phishbyte.com.au/pricing.
PhishByte is designed specifically for the Australian market — from the phishing simulation templates through to the compliance frameworks and pricing structure.
PhishByte offers a permanent free plan for teams of up to 10 users. Run real phishing simulations, assign training modules, and track Human Risk Scores at no cost — no credit card required.
Every PhishByte plan and price is published publicly at phishbyte.com.au/pricing. Pro plans start from AUD $14.40 per user per year. No sales call required to find out what you'll pay.
Whether you have 3 employees or 300, PhishByte works for your team size. There are no minimums, no commitments, and no per-seat floors that force you to pay for seats you don't need.
PhishByte's training content is aligned to Australian frameworks including the ACSC Essential Eight and the Privacy Act 1988. No additional compliance add-ons required at extra cost.
Every free plan includes a complimentary onboarding session with our team. Get up and running quickly, with guidance on running your first simulation and setting up training campaigns.
PhishByte doesn't tie you into long-term contracts. Plans are flexible and pricing stays consistent — no surprise renewal increases of 20–40% twelve months down the track.
Start with a free phishing risk assessment — no sign-up required, results in 60 seconds. Or jump straight into the free plan and run your first simulation today.
