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Best email security software

10 ranked, with a plain verdict on every entry.

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Guardz takes the top spot on this list: it offers core protection across identity, endpoint, email and exposure. Ironscales cuts phishing remediation time significantly through AI-powered automation. KnowBe4 is built for IT and InfoSec teams, and blocks phishing and malware threats before they reach the inbox.
RANKENTRYSCORETRENDFROM
1GuardzGuardz is a unified cybersecurity platform designed for Managed Service providers98.0NEW–
2IronscalesOffers seamless API integration with no MX record changes required92.0NEW–
3KnowBe4Delivers personalised security awareness training to change user behaviour88.0NEW–
4StracIntegrates in fifteen minutes to protect SaaS, cloud and Gen AI88.0NEW–
5TitanHQCatches sophisticated phishing attacks Microsoft misses88.0NEW–
6VirtruAllows granular access decisions via attribute-based controls88.0NEW$9 / user / month
7ZivverIntegrates seamlessly with Outlook and Gmail clients88.0NEW–
8EgressEgress is a cloud email security provider that continuously assesses human risk86.0NEW–
9Mimecast Email ManagementDelivers industry-leading threat protection supercharged by AI86.0NEWCustom
10InkyUses AI to block impersonation and ransomware84.0NEW–
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The ranking, in detail

01

Guardz

Unified cybersecurity platform built for MSP

Guardz is a unified cybersecurity platform designed for Managed Service providers. It delivers identity-centric managed detection and response powered by artificial intelligence.

98.0
02

Ironscales

AI email security that stops attacks before they reach your people.

Ironscales is an AI email security platform designed to combat phishing and deepfakes. It utilises adaptive artificial intelligence to protect organisations from advanced cyber threats.

Best for enterprise security teams
92.0
03

KnowBe4

Secure your Digital Workforce: Human + AI

KnowBe4 is a product. It says it is built for IT and InfoSec teams.

Best for IT and InfoSec teams
88.0
04

Strac

AI-native data security platform for SaaS

Strac is an AI-native data security platform for SaaS, cloud, and generative AI environments. It provides comprehensive data loss prevention, discovery, and posture management capabilities.

Best for Security and IT leaders
88.0
05

TitanHQ

Cybersecurity solutions to protect your business

TitanHQ is a leading cybersecurity platform offering AI-driven email and web security solutions. It protects businesses from phishing, malware, and spam with advanced threat detection.

88.0
06

Virtru

Virtru is a data security platform that enables secure information sharing. It integrates with everyday applications to maintain privacy and control.

Best for Email and Google Workspace security
88.0
07

Zivver

Secure business email with large file transfer and threat protection

Zivver is an all-in-one email security solution provider for managing and eliminating evolving risk. It offers a secure, compliant way to send emails and files.

Best for organisations handling sensitive data
88.0
08

Egress

The only cloud email security platform with an adaptive security model

Egress is a cloud email security provider that continuously assesses human risk. It dynamically adapts policy controls to defend against advanced phishing and data breaches.

86.0
09

Mimecast Email Management

Cloud email management with signature and archiving capabilities

Mimecast Email Management secures organisations against sophisticated email threats. It also governs human risk and AI agents to protect critical data.

Best for Cloud-first enterprises needing integrated email management and long-term retention
86.0
10

Inky

Block threats, prevent data leaks, and coach users.

Inky is a behavioural email security platform that blocks threats and coaches users. It combines GenAI with human insights to adapt against evolving attacks.

Best for IT teams seeking easy email security management
84.0
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Positions 1, 2 and 3 are available to buy for twelve months.

Frequently asked questions

Who are these email security products built for?

KnowBe4 says it is built for IT and InfoSec teams, and Strac for Security and IT leaders. Mimecast Email Management says it is built for Security teams managing human and AI risk, and Inky for IT teams seeking easy email security management.

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