Comparison

2LRN4 vs Proofpoint Security Awareness — which platform fits your organization?

Proofpoint Security Awareness (formerly Wombat) is part of a broader email security portfolio. 2LRN4 is a standalone European awareness platform with built-in NIS2 governance reporting. This page places the relevant differences side by side for organizations making a platform choice.

Proofpoint Security Awareness

Proofpoint Security Awareness combines phishing simulation, training content and threat intelligence from the broader Proofpoint security platform. It is strong for organizations already using Proofpoint email security who want an integrated approach.

2LRN4

2LRN4 is a European security awareness platform that combines phishing simulation, e-learning and NIS2 governance reporting in one platform. Built for organizations that need evidence, cadence and manageability.

Comparison on key capabilities

Capability Proofpoint Security Awareness 2LRN4
Standalone awareness platform Part of Proofpoint suite Standalone platform, no suite dependency
NIS2 governance reporting Generic reporting Built-in, exportable by entity and period
Languages with native voice-overs Multiple, English-primary 27+, broad European
Phishing simulation Built-in, threat-intelligence driven Built-in, linked to training and KPI reporting
Custom content & branding Available Standard built-in
European data location (GDPR) US-based, EU options available European infrastructure as standard
AD/HR integrations Available API, AD and HR integration standard
Admin complexity for awareness team High when used outside Proofpoint suite Designed for fast setup and self-management
When does Proofpoint Security Awareness fit better?

Proofpoint Security Awareness is a good fit for organizations already heavily invested in the Proofpoint email security platform who want awareness seamlessly integrated with threat intelligence from their email security stack.

When does 2LRN4 fit better?

2LRN4 is a better fit when the priority is a standalone European platform, broad multilingual support with native voice-overs, built-in NIS2 governance reporting and simple setup without dependency on a broader security portfolio.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need Proofpoint email security to use Proofpoint Security Awareness?

Technically no, but integrations and full value are strongest when using the complete Proofpoint suite. 2LRN4 works as a standalone platform.

Is 2LRN4 more suitable for European organizations?

Yes. 2LRN4 is built in Europe, has European data hosting as standard, and is specifically designed for NIS2 compliance requirements for essential and important entities.

How does content quality compare?

Proofpoint offers strong training content, primarily in English with localization. 2LRN4 provides native voice-overs in 27+ languages, which is a concrete advantage for European organizations with multiple language groups.

Can 2LRN4 work alongside my existing email security solution?

Yes. 2LRN4 integrates with any email security solution via API. Phishing simulations and reporting work independently of your email gateway.

Want to make the comparison yourself?

In a demo we show how 2LRN4 works for your organization type, sector and compliance goals. We discuss how phishing, training and reporting come together and address the points most relevant to you.