# Hack The Box Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Hack The Box the right Training solution for you? Explore 71 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/10004639/Hack-the-Box/reviews --- Hack The Box 4.9 (71) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/10004639/Hack-the-Box/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of Hack The Box Ease of use 4.7 Customer Service 4.7 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews SK Sokheng K Offensive Security SupervisorBanking, 1,001 - 5,000 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The platform offers a diverse range of machines and challenges that simulate real-world scenarios, which helped me strengthen my penetration testing and problem-solving skills.“ June 24, 2025 JB Jeremy B Offensive Security ConsultantComputer & Network Security, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 6-12 months. “One VPN session per user combined with no internet access for lab machines and no ACLs allowing traffic between VPN-connected users makes the environment unsuitable for red teams practicing use of C2 frameworks.“ May 5, 2025 rS rifat S Security Profeesional ConsultantInformation Technology and Services, 501 - 1,000 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “I personally developed my technical skills by working through the HTB labs, especially Dante labs which is inprogress already includes some really advances tasks which is helping me in Network pentesting and other skills.“ July 12, 2024 R® RudiKarus ® HackerInformation Technology and Services, Self-employedUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The CPTS certification lacks something between the path and the exam (like Ippsec's unofficial CPTSPrep and/or a pro lab like Dante).“ July 16, 2025 Maria Eduarda D estagiariaInformation Technology and Services, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “I like the Hack The Box platform because it allows me to study subjects that usually don't have enough material for online studies, and the practical teaching method is the best“ October 7, 2024 SK Sunny K Cyber Security AnalystAccounting, 10,001+ employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “Some of the advanced labs can be challenging if you don’t have prior experience, and you won’t get direct walkthroughs of HTB, so you need to figure things out on your own.“ October 8, 2025 Jeremy C HelpdeskInformation Technology and Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It’s interactive, engaging, and addicting in the best way possible. If you’re serious about breaking into cybersecurity — especially red team, penetration testing, or SOC work — Hack The Box is worth every minute.“ October 28, 2025 ST Sebin T Cyber Security ConsultantAccounting, 10,001+ employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Mhm, the only con I felt was the cost, because when converting from USD to my currency it becomes more than I can afford.“ September 14, 2025 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 71 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Maria Eduarda D. estagiaria Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "On the path to becoming an HTB Hacker" October 7, 2024 5.0 I have been studying at Hack The Box for a year and a half since I started studying cybersecurity and it is very good for those who do not have much knowledge in the area Pros I like the Hack The Box platform because it allows me to study subjects that usually don't have enough material for online studies, and the practical teaching method is the best Cons some modules are a bit complicated to understand and some are very extensive Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Security Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Hack The Box Sets the Standard" July 25, 2025 5.0 My overall experience with Hack The Box has been incredibly positive. Out of all the platforms I’ve tried, HTB offers the most well-structured, realistic, and engaging content. The challenges and labs are thoughtfully designed to reflect real-world scenarios, and the learning path is both rewarding and practical. It’s by far the best resource I’ve used for hands-on cybersecurity training. Pros Hack The Box provides the highest quality content out of any cyber security educational platform out there. Their content engineers are very talented and the hands-on practice labs they provide are like no other. They are truly at the top of the food chain. The value you receive for the cost is also by far the best deal you can get when learning both blue and red team skills. Cons I can’t say I’ve run into any real cons personally, the platform has exceeded my expectations. The only thing I might be able to mention is that users new to cybersecurity might feel overwhelmed at first. Review Source JB Jeremy B. Offensive Security Consultant Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Solid labs for pentesting, but not for red teams" May 5, 2025 4.0 Pros VPN network stability is top notch. Pro labs have a larger number of systems and servers which are more realistic than typical boot-to-root labs. Cons Data mining makes the environment hostile to the use of custom tooling. One VPN session per user combined with no internet access for lab machines and no ACLs allowing traffic between VPN-connected users makes the environment unsuitable for red teams practicing use of C2 frameworks. Review Source JG Joseph G. Cybersecurity Engineer Defense & Space Used the software for: 2+ years ### "HTB continues to improve" October 6, 2025 5.0 Overall good, the platform is a lot more mature then it was a few years ago and feels like its going in a positive direction. Pros The variety of content. There is so much different content in different subjects that allow someone to learn a lot of different content. Cons The start up time for boxes and academy modules. Depending on the academy module it feels like im spending more time spinning up than actually doing the module. Review Source JB Joshua B. CEO Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Happy Hacking" November 14, 2025 5.0 Got cyber security certified. Landed a part time position in offensive cyber tactics, with one of the worlds leading cyber security teams. Thanks to Hack The Box. Pros The available list of choices. like real life scenarios, industry certifications, Hands on upskilling. To cybersecurity fundamentals. Cons The tasks are very challenging. This is to be expected. Its just the technique used to train in your chosen field is a bit of a un-human like experience. Its quite confusing at times. Review Source SK Sokheng K. Offensive Security Supervisor Banking Used the software for: 2+ years ### "A Challenging and Rewarding Journey into Cybersecurity" June 24, 2025 5.0 My overall experience with Hack The Box has been highly rewarding and educational. The platform offers a diverse range of machines and challenges that simulate real-world scenarios, which helped me strengthen my penetration testing and problem-solving skills. I appreciated the hands-on learning approach and the active community that shares insights and techniques. The gamified environment kept me motivated, and progressing through ranks gave a clear sense of achievement. While some challenges were difficult, they pushed me to learn and research deeper. Overall, Hack The Box has been a valuable tool in my cybersecurity journey and an excellent supplement to formal learning. Pros Their training and course help me gain my knowledge and help me confident on my cyber security jobs. Cons One of the things I liked least about Hack The Box is the inconsistent difficulty curve across some of the machines. Review Source SS Souldream S. IT Offensive Engineer Telecommunications Used the software for: 2+ years ### "HTB, I love it so much." October 28, 2025 5.0 Pros The material is so comperhensive, robust, clear and easy to understand. And I hope the material is always up to date. Cons In the very rare moment the lab have a little glitch. I just follow the instruction but still nothing. Review Source M. Mathieu .. Red Team Member Public Policy Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Top notch cyber security education!" January 27, 2025 5.0 The Pwnbox is super handy and deploys very quickly! The progress bar on each page on academy helps to keep me reading and the overall progress on job role path is nice to see too. The formatting and arrangement of lessons and subsections within lessons has really been thought about, you can tell it's not just random bits of knowledge put together but a more comprehensive piece. I like that the overall user experience and user learning experience has been thought through, this makes a big difference compared to other platform where subjects are just collated together, on Hack The Box there is a real sense of a learning journey. Pros I love the platform, the integration between theory & practice. I use it the platform almost everyday and can only recommend it. I contacted the customer support of couple of times and it has been very smooth, quick answer and resolution. Hack The Box is so much more than the platform, the community is amazing - weekly cube talks, discord and regular online events... I learn new things everyday and can see a direct application to my work. I find that in the overwhelming amount of online courses it's easy to get lost but HTB Academy has been the reference for me. Once I get the theory I can apply it straightaway to a box or a small exercise to reinforce that knowledge. I only hope that in a couple of years the certifications become the new industry standards, widely accepted by recruiters/HR and technical teams. Cons I wish the daily streak feature was implemented on the HTB Enterprise platform as well as the ability for certifications gained through the Enterprise subscription to sync to the HTB Account. Ideally anything that is gained and completed should show and be accessible on the user's account outside of the Enterprise platform. I would say there are still a few typos here and there in some Academy pages and it would be nice to have a simple way to report them so that the community can help the product improve. Some of the pages are really long so a way to break this up would be great but it's always a tight balance between a long page to read vs a lot of short pages to read, overall it's pretty good. One last thing, if HTB certifications could offer equivalency with industry standards like CREST CRT or The Cyber Scheme CSTM (like the OSCP equivalency with CREST) that would be even better! Review Source MW Maixmilian W. Senior Cybersecurity Engineer Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "If you want real skills, go here!" May 31, 2025 5.0 Hack the Box is my daily core task. Wake up in the morning and take some chapters in the accademy to build up my skills in this field. It helped me to grow in my carrer and make the world to a safer place. Pros I depth knowledge which they teach you in a understandable way. If you want to have skills in this field, go to hack the box, go to accademy, grind the paths and take an exam! Cons Sometimes the amount of infomrations is overwhelming. But this is not directly a cons, you have to find you way to take notes and handle informations. Review Source AM Abdullah M. Service coordinator Insurance Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Impressive " September 24, 2025 5.0 Pros Comprehensive and extra detailed knowledge. It is so guided and informative. Focusing on making professional cybersecurity specialists Cons It might not be for all levels , specially the begginers, but they made a specific role path for beginners Review Source MM Michelle M. Student Education Management Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great Starting Point" March 31, 2025 5.0 I've had a great time beginning my cybersecurity journey with Hack The Box! Pros Hack The Box provides a great way for beginners and professionals alike to expand their cybersecurity knowledge. I love the wide variety of topics available as I can pick what I want to learn at my own pace. Cons Not much to complain about! Sometimes it can be a bit more difficult than you expect, but all the more rewarding when you push through. Review Source PD Pierre-Alexandre D. Student Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "The best cyber learning platform" July 14, 2025 5.0 Pros Really like how it is build and how convenient the learning process feels in whatever path you choose. Cons The fact that the student subscription is limited to Tier 2 with no reduction or annual membership that could be worth it for higher tier access. Review Source NN Nhan N. Cyber Security Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Cyber Security" November 8, 2024 5.0 zero to hero, students can improve their skills and knowledge with real-life scenarios Pros knowledge and experience, I'm feeling free! Cons Nothing, I think this platform is the best one. Review Source WL Whitney L. Owner Consumer Goods Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best hands on computer training" September 26, 2024 5.0 Pros I like the ability to continuously improve my pentesting skills and the training it provides in helping keep my network secure! Cons Sometimes it can be a bit vague with the “how to” instructions. If you’re already knowledgeable with Linux command line you’re all set. If not you’re definitely lost often. Review Source wG willy G. pen tester Telecommunications Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Progresser grâce à HTB" June 22, 2024 4.0 D'une manière globale je suis satisfait par HTB, par contre la hausse de tarif est assez soudaine! c'est un peu dommage de devoir repayer et se recréer un nouveau compte pour accéder à HTB Academy par exemple. A l'avenir il faudrait trouver un moyen de pouvoir transféré des point ou de l'expérience d'un compte perso vers un compte pro et vice versa car j'ai commencé HTB avec un compte perso puis mon entreprise m'a créé un compte pro mais je ne peux pas capitaliser d'un compte vers l'autre. Pros Le contenu technique est pertinent et très pointu. Rien n'est laissé au hasard, même sur les sujets connu et répandu il y a toujours un approfondissement du sujet traité au travers d'une vrais recherche didactique. On sent bien que les personnes qui ont fait le contenu ont pris soin de bien vérifier et validé les résultats. Cela reflète bien le niveau technique des experts qui travaille chez HTB, bravo ! Cons Je pense qu'il faudrait donner la possibilité de pouvoir télécharger d'une manière ou d'une autre le contenu des cours de manière à avoir un pense bête ou un memo au format PDF par exemple. Même si je comprends bien que le contenu est dynamique et doit être mis à jour assez régulièrement. Review Source GM Gowtham M. security consultant Computer Hardware Used the software for: 2+ years ### "One stop solution for learning cybersecurity" February 20, 2024 5.0 Pros It is awesome platform which boosts one's learning curve by 10 fold. It contains many machines and challenges on varied topics like binary,web,cryptography etc.. I use their platform everyday and im addicted to learn lot of things from this platform. Since they have enterprise version my organization had subscribed, so i spend time at office when I'm free, They have integrated enterprise and public platform in such a way one doesnot loose their progress, which is very good for tracking user milestones etc.. HTB community is all about dedication. It is good to learn from the people aiding in sharing content and knowlege. Their web apps are so well designed for user experience without compromising on content. Spending time here will likely boost our career options, since the profile ranks and points shows an individual's time spent on the platform which is proportional to the user's skillset. I really like their weekly machines and challenges for which ranks are acheived creating a compitition among users. Their customer support are very prompt in solving technical/non technical issues. Cons They guided mode to aid beginners to solve challenges but it needs to be improved. Learning curve is steep compromising on the content. More academy related theoretical content mapping to practical labs needs to be developed to aid newbies. Review Source BM Belet M. Security Solution Engineer Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "A true cybersecurity training platform " November 29, 2023 5.0 Thanks to HackTheBox Academy I rediscovered my passion for hacking. Every module is wonderfully written. From my experience I could confidently say that HTB Academy is the first cybersecurity teaching platform that doesn't tell you the way to hacking, It shows you the way to hacking. Pros having experience with 3 other security training programs (ImmersiveLabs, INE, PentestAcademy) I could strongly say that HTB Academy has the most complete and easy-to-understand learning material. Cons Without being biased, I did not find something least satisfying about the platform. Review Source Response from Hack The Box April 8, 2024 It's great to hear that Hack The Box is helping you develop skills for the cyber world. We're committed to providing a platform that supports your learning and growth in this field. GA Ganem A. Apprenties Banking Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Top Learning plateforme for beginner to advanced level" March 7, 2024 5.0 I have a really good experience with hack the box when I joined the plateform i had a really low/basic level in cybersecurity now I am abble to do a pentesting on my own Pros What i like the most about Hack the Box is that almost every single subject about pentesting are mentioned in the plateform, and as beginner it is really easy to understand and even as advanced level they are still giving you tips and usefull informaitons Cons On the entreprise part I think the user interface is really hard to take in hand, by exemple if you are doing a module and you are switching page, you dont really have any buttons for the "continue learning" Review Source Response from Hack The Box April 8, 2024 Thank you for your amazing review of Hack The Box! We appreciate your positive feedback about our platform and your feedback is extremely valuable as we strive to deliver a complete and enjoyable hacking learning experience. VR Verified Reviewer Systems Administrator Financial Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Hack the Box Challenge" February 20, 2024 5.0 Overall, Hack the Box has been meeting my expectations and also of the company. Pros \- Attacking machine already installed and deployed. - Contains tons of vulnerabilities. - Content is continuously updated. - Forums are very helpful. Cons \- Sometimes it's not user friendly. - Some deployed tools might not work as expected. - Even the easy boxes and medium to hard. - Tutorials are sometimes misguided. Review Source Response from Hack The Box April 8, 2024 Thank you for your kind words about our platform! We're glad to hear that you are benefiting from the practical real-world experience provided by Hack The Box. Your input on potential improvements is valuable, and we will take it into account for future enhancements. MST Muhammet Said T. Penetration Tester Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Hack The Box, Sleep, Repeat :)" February 19, 2024 5.0 Excellent. I learn a lot. I use almost every technique that i learnt from htb labs, academy modules etc in business. Pros Fast servers Excellent UI that makes working progress easy to understand. Always up to date techniques. Can make you zero to hero at cybersecurity career. Cons Academy, Labs etc should be easly accessible from one account. Review Source Response from Hack The Box April 8, 2024 We're glad to hear that you are enjoying the variety of learning options on Hack The Box. Our goal is to make cybersecurity education accessible to all levels of learners. Your feedback about one account access is valuable to us for future improvements. Alexander G. Incident Response Analyst Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great value for money with lots of options in training." February 20, 2024 5.0 Great, the academy is great and you get lost in there with the options of training. Pros Hack The Box offers a dynamic and engaging platform for cybersecurity enthusiasts to hone their skills. Cons Could do with more DFIR training options. Review Source Response from Hack The Box April 8, 2024 Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad to hear that Hack The Box is meeting your learning needs and providing a comprehensive coverage of topics. AP Alvaro P. student Computer Games Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Best cybersecurity learning platform " January 3, 2024 5.0 Pros Tons of courses and labs. It makes It easy to learn dificult concepts. Cons None. Review Source Response from Hack The Box April 8, 2024 Thank you for sharing your positive experience with HTB! RA Roberto A. Senior Analyst Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Amazing platform" March 14, 2024 5.0 Pros Ease of use, realistic scenarios, different rates of challenges. The gamified approach keeps the users engaged while fostering collaboration and learning. Cons Some boxes can be quite challenging, especially for beginners. Review Source AR Avyash R. Cybersecurity Associate Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Perfect for learning in Real Labs" March 9, 2024 5.0 Pros The pro labs are the best. Its like the real patched machines which will challenge you about your skills. Cons Everything is hood except that it could get little cheaper for someone like students or beginners who wants to start their cyber journey. Review Source Response from Hack The Box April 8, 2024 We're glad to hear that you're enjoying the learning experience on Hack The Box! We appreciate your feedback about pricing and we will consider it for future offerings. NP Nikola P. Ethical Hacker Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Pentester job Path - prepping for CPTS" September 15, 2025 5.0 I’m currently on the Pen Tester Path at Hack The Box, prepping for the CPTS certification, and I’m beyond thrilled with the experience—I’m absolutely blown away! HTB delivers an outstanding mix of in-depth lessons and hands-on practice that truly sets it apart. Both their Academy and Labs are packed with top-notch, practical content that dives deep into real-world scenarios. Before HTB, I was on TryHackMe, where I reached the top 1% of users, but I found it focused mainly on basic to medium-level challenges with less emphasis on hands-on learning. HTB takes things to a whole new level with its structured, real-world approach. I’m incredibly satisfied with the platform, and the subscription is absolutely worth every penny for anyone serious about advancing their cybersecurity skills. Huge props to the HTB team for building such an exceptional platform! Pros What I love most about Hack The Box is the hands-on approach and the way it dives into essential details. It’s not just a collection of random knowledge—there’s a clear structure that guides you toward your goal. Absolutely perfect. Cons I think Hack The Box can sometimes feel a bit overwhelming for beginners, as it occasionally assumes prior knowledge of certain concepts or terminology, which might be confusing if you’re just starting out. Switched from [HackerOne](https://www.capterra.com/p/165190/HackerOne/) Before HTB, I was on TryHackMe, where I reached the top 1% of users, but I found it focused mainly on basic to medium-level challenges with less emphasis on hands-on learning. While TryHackMe is a great platform, it felt too basic and mid-level for me after a while, and despite reaching a high level there, I started to feel stuck and missed the thrill of more challenging content. Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.