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[Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Page 2 - Reviews of Hack The Box ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 26-50 of 71 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use 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 VR Verified Reviewer Application Security Engineer Automotive Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "HTB Makes Learning Cybersecurity Fun and Practical" September 27, 2025 5.0 My overall experience with Hack The Box has been amazing! It’s fun, challenging, and super rewarding—the gamified challenges really helped me level up my skills. Thanks to the experience and practical skills I gained on HTB, I was able to land a cybersecurity job - Application Security Engineer. The community is helpful, the content is constantly updated, and it’s a safe place to practice Pros Honestly, HTB is one of the best platforms I’ve used for learning cybersecurity. The value for money is great—you get tons of labs and challenges without breaking the bank. The platform is super easy to use, and the gamified setup keeps it fun while you learn. Customer support and the community are really helpful whenever you get stuck. The labs and challenges help you build real skills that you can actually show on your resume, which definitely helps with job hunting. They keep adding new content all the time, so there’s always something fresh to try. Plus, it’s completely safe to practice, so you can experiment without worrying about risks or compliance issues. If you want a fun way to level up your cybersecurity skills, HTB is perfect. Cons Honestly, there’s very little I didn’t like about HTB. If I had to pick something, it would be that some of the harder challenges can feel a bit overwhelming at first, especially for beginners—but that’s also part of what makes the learning so rewarding. Review Source Andres P. Innovation and Technology Director Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 2+ years ### "The Swordmaster of Cybersecurity" September 16, 2025 5.0 I have learned a lot, even for someone that has at least 17 years of experience in the field. Hack The Box is the equivalent of a swordmaster when it comes to sharpenning skills. Pros Hack the Box interface in the Academy, ProLabs and the Enterprise side, is very straightforward to understand and use. HTB should be the playground of all jr IT professional with the ambition of understanding Cybersecurity. Cons Sometimes instructions in the courses are not clear, especially for English as a Second Language speakers. Alternatives considered [Cybrary for Teams](https://www.capterra.com/p/229720/Cybrary-for-Teams/)[Coursera for Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/238710/Coursera-for-Business/)[Udemy Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/209689/Udemy-for-Business/) Reason for choosing Hack The Box High quality content, ease of use, affordable. Review Source Jeremy C. Helpdesk Information Technology and Services Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Best elearning course" October 28, 2025 5.0 Loving ecery minute of it. Make the material easy to grasp and understand. Lots of reading accompanied with hands-on labs. Pros I’ve got to say, Hack The Box is one of the best platforms I’ve ever used for hands-on cybersecurity training. The content is structured in a way that actually teaches you how to think like a professional — not just memorize facts. Every module and lab breaks complex concepts down into steps that make sense, even for someone who’s still building their foundation. What I love most is that HTB makes the material easy to understand without watering it down. You’re thrown into real-world challenges, but the explanations and guidance help you grow fast. 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. It doesn’t just teach you; it transforms the way you approach problems. 10/10 experience so far. Cons I really haven't experienced anything yet I didn't like. I haven't seen everything offered yet, I am newer to tech and sometimes its still a little harder for me to understand, but that is also what drives me to do more. Review Source Dante S. Student Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Best Cybersecurity Platform " November 26, 2025 5.0 Pros HTB is always my go to platform when I want to sharpen my skills and learn new techniques. Their academy is one of the best resources I’ve come across, even for a total beginner. Each time you complete a lesson they have labs where you can apply all the detailed theory. This platform always keeps me motivated to stay curious and helped me so much in my career. Additionally, that have very good discounts for students. Cons Honestly, as of now, I haven’t had any problems with the platform and I’ve been using it over a year. The content is always above my expectations. Review Source SK Sunny K. Cyber Security Analyst Accounting Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Hands-On Learning, Great Support, and Student-Friendly Platform" October 8, 2025 5.0 Overall, I had a very positive experience with Hack The Box. I initially struggled to get the student discount because my college doesn’t issue official emails, but their chatbot helped me upload an alternate college ID and approved it quickly. After that, I was able to access the student plan without any issues. The platform is intuitive and easy to navigate, with high-quality, hands-on content that helped me improve my practical cybersecurity skills. I recently switched from another platform, and HTB’s labs and challenges are far more structured and engaging. Between the excellent content, student-friendly pricing, and supportive team, I would highly recommend Hack The Box. Pros Hack The Box offers excellent value for the price. Even as a student, I was able to get the student discount after a quick interaction with their support team. The content is very practical, the labs are hands-on, and everything is structured in a way that makes learning cybersecurity engaging and effective. I also really appreciated how responsive and helpful the support team was when I had questions. Cons 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. Review Source ST Sebin T. Cyber Security Consultant Accounting Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Hack The Box Feedback" September 14, 2025 5.0 Overall experience with Hack The Box was excellent and trully rewarding, the updated contents keeps me motivated!! Pros I liked the hands-on lab which HackTheBox provided and the contents which HTB are not seen that much in Google or any articles, or I don’t find it. Anyway, Academy was the best choice. Also, HTB helped me to land my first job and got into my second job now too. Customer support is also awesome. Also, HTB increased my resume page from 1 to 4. The platform is really easy to use, even for a beginner. The contents that comes in HTB are really great and updated ones. The modules in Academy helped me to do better pentesting for my job, and also it’s value for money. Cons Cons of Hack The Box??? Mhm, the only con I felt was the cost, because when converting from USD to my currency it becomes more than I can afford. I even thought of taking CAPE, but the price pulled me back :(( 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 TC Tomasz C. Security Engineer Package/Freight Delivery Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Hack The Box review" April 12, 2025 5.0 Overall, I love Hack The Box. I spend most of my free time there. I use the Academy, Enterprise, and CTF platforms, and all of them are excellent, with only a few minor issues. Pros \- High-quality, in-depth technical content - Well-designed, practical machines for hands-on learning - Clearly defined career and certification paths - Clean user interface Cons \- The biggest issue is that sometimes machines stack in deploying mode, and you must wait or try to contact support - Some of the virtual machines have bugs - Some part need update like crackmapexec with newer nxc - A couple of tasks in subtopics are very difficult compared to other parts of the course in some modules. - For modules and paths, the UI in Academy is better than in Enterprise. - Some tasks need a slight redesign - for example, the brute-forcing task, where most of the time is spent looking for the proper wordlist. Review Source VISHWAM P. student Computer & Network Security Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### ""Hands-On Cybersecurity Training That Delivers Real Skills"" August 10, 2025 5.0 Hack The Box is one of the most effective hands-on cybersecurity learning platforms available. The mix of realistic scenarios, structured Academy content, and active community makes it invaluable for both beginners and professionals. It has significantly improved my practical penetration testing and problem-solving skills. Pros Realistic penetration testing environments with new machines released weekly. Strong community for knowledge sharing without spoiling solutions. Wide range of challenges from beginner to expert. HTB Academy for structured, topic-based learning. Cons Some older machines have outdated exploits and limited hints. Occasional server load issues during peak hours. Review Source JS Jason S. Information security consultant Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 2+ years ### "HTB academy and lab review" March 25, 2025 5.0 I use their services daily, i do machine with my friends every week, and i’m trying to grt certifications from them as they are very respectable Pros Academy is excellent, full of resources and the labs are just on point. Cons I didn’t dislike anything, although i would have loved to have videos explaining modules. But text is sometimes better. Review Source MH Matthew H. Service Desk Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great learning tool for a wide range of skillsets " February 14, 2025 5.0 It is a great, easy to use learning tool for anyone interested in cyber security. Pros Access to the Pwnbox makes it easy to learn on the go without needing to run a vm on my device Cons Sometimes some of the tricky questions do not have hints in the job role paths. I feel as though the more hints or a break down of the questions could be beneficial. Review Source MC Molly C. Student Computer Networking Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "I like it :)" May 31, 2025 5.0 Pros I enjoy the hands-on labs! I've heard positive reviews from cybersecurity students of many different skill levels. Cons I enjoy using Hack The Box but it can be difficult to keep up with the material and stick to a schedule. Review Source MM Matthew M. IT Hospital & Health Care Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "The only review you will need." May 4, 2025 5.0 It’s an amazing platform. It’s like Rick Ashley. It’s never gonna let me down. Pros Everything of course! Hack the box is the best. They always have an interesting challenge and learning curve. Cons There are no cons. Anyone who says otherwise is a cotton headed ninny muggins. Review Source JPN João Pedro N. Trainee Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Learning by doing" October 6, 2024 5.0 Hack The Box offers a hands-on, engaging experience with varied challenges that helped me improve my cybersecurity skills. The interface is intuitive and the active community provides support and continuous learning. Pros What I like most about Hack The Box is the dynamic between theoretical and practical content, providing users with a great way to learn concepts. Another point are also the machines, which for me are the most exciting things on the platform. Cons What I like least are some learning modules that are very theoretical, but I understand that we need theory to strengthen our conceptual bases. Review Source JL Jaden L. Student Education Management Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "HTB FEEDBACK" May 7, 2025 5.0 Pros I can learn a lot through this platform. Cons Maybe the arrangement of the modules, sometimes it's hidden and can be hard for new users to find past work. 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 MW Matthew W. Solutions Engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "The only platform you need" October 13, 2024 5.0 I've come to appreciate the pace at which I study, and I'm proud to achieve the goals set by Hack The Box. The platform's material has helped me explore new areas while strengthening my knowledge. I also love the flexibility of picking up where I left off, even after taking a week or two off, allowing me to review and continue progressing seamlessly. The material has made it so easy to learn even when the subject is extremely complex and difficult to convey. The team really made a great platform Pros Hack The Box is an excellent platform for beginners looking to enhance their cybersecurity skills and for seasoned professionals wanting to stay sharp. Its standout feature is flexibility, allowing you to learn at your own pace. If you get stuck, the platform has a helpful forum that guides you without simply giving away the answers. Not only does Hack The Box provide a comprehensive set of learning resources, but it also allows you to apply what you've learned through practical exercises. The regularly updated environments offer new and exciting challenges, ensuring there's always something fresh to hack. Cons There is nothing that I feel I can put into this section. 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 VR Verified Reviewer security assessment engineer Information Technology and Services Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Get hands-on experience for red team engagements and pentesting" October 15, 2024 4.0 Pros It creates box simulating the real time attack scenario in the wild across various difficulty levels and also modules to learn ethical hacking, penetration testing, defensive mechanisms, etc. I like to spin up some of the retired boxes to practice and get my way up to gain the root access. Cons Some boxes losts connectivity in the mid way and I happened to lost all the leads that I saved to my way to root. Review Source VD Victor D. Estagiário Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Vitin do HTB" October 8, 2024 5.0 Me sinto satisfeito com os módulos que eu estudei até hoje, ainda tem muitos módulos para serem estudados, mas até agora todos são muito bons, me sinto grato. Pros A forma como são apresentadas as técnicas de pentesting, através dos módulos, e a possibilidade de coloca-lás em prática atráves das máquinas. Cons A lentidão dos servidores, e como alguns módulos são "mentiroso" referente o carga horária estimada. Review Source AD Achraf D. Internship in the Cybersecurity Team Import and Export Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Why I thnink HTB is the best site to learn Pentest" October 6, 2024 5.0 The progression that we can make with different box And different skills we can learn Pros I like to make different box to work on different aspect of Pentest and I like a lot the design of the web site Cons The difficulty between an easy and a medium is to big for some box I think Switched from [TeamViewer ONE](https://www.capterra.com/p/194565/TeamViewer/) The simplicity to work on a box and the design of the website Review Source AR Ayush R. consultant Airlines/Aviation Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Hand-On learning experience " October 6, 2024 3.0 On a range of 1 to 10, given a chance to share my experience about the HTB (Hack the Box) platform is 7.9. Pros The thing that really amazing about the HTB(Hack the Box) is that hands on learning experience. Cons The cost per se when it comes to expensive certificate. 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 Jacob L. Cybersecurity Analyst Computer & Network Security Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Excellent training platform" July 14, 2024 5.0 Pros The Pwn box is great for doing training at work. The gamified nature and scoreboards keep things interesting. Cons It does start out with a lot of assumed knowledge. I think it needs some more foundational stuff that really takes its time. 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