Lab catalog breakdown
Cybr
121hosted labs
33free labs
38offensive / red team labs
37defensive / blue team labs
83beginner labs
34intermediate labs
2advanced labs
Cloud security training comparison
Cybr vs Pwned Labs
Cybr combines structured training with hands-on cloud security labs. Pwned Labs emphasizes hosted labs, cyber ranges, and bootcamps. Here is the factual difference.
Reviewed September 29, 2026 · Counts and pricing can change
Hosted labs
121 Cybr hosted labs 33 are free
-vs- 90 Pwned Labs hosted labs 30 are free
Courses
28 Cybr courses 12 are free
-vs- 0 Pwned Labs courses not offered
Lessons
1,358 Cybr course lessons across 28 courses
-vs- 0 Pwned Labs course lessons not offered
Learning paths
5 Cybr learning paths structured progression
-vs- 0 Pwned Labs learning paths not offered
Certifications
2 Industry-recognized certification prep paths AWS Security Specialty and Security+
-vs- 5 Pwned Labs certifications their own credentials, sold separately
At a glance
What are the high-level differences?
Cybr combines hosted labs with structured courses, learning paths, ebooks, practice exams, and industry-recognized certification preparation in one membership. Pwned Labs offers hosted labs and cyber ranges, with bootcamps and certifications purchased separately.
Category
Cybr
Pwned Labs
Best fit
Learners who want to build practical cloud security skills through training they can apply directly on the job, while also preparing for industry-recognized certifications.
Beginners looking for an approachable way to explore cloud hacking for fun, with their own certifications available as separate purchases.
Hands-on lab catalog
121 hosted labs, including 33 free labs.
90 hosted labs, including 30 free labs.
Courses
28 courses, including 12 free courses.
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Lessons
1,358 structured course lessons.
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Learning Paths
5 structured learning paths.
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Quizzes
Included with Cybr training and certification preparation.
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Cloud coverage
93 AWS and 23 Azure hands-on labs, plus Cloudflare security training and Azure courses.
AWS, Azure and Microsoft 365, GCP, Kubernetes, and OCI labs, including 24 Azure and Microsoft 365 labs.
Training structure
Hosted labs, learning paths, courses with high quality video lessons, ebooks, and practice exams.
Hosted labs, cyber ranges, bootcamps, workshops, and their own certifications.
Credentials/Certifications
Industry-recognized certification prep for the AWS Certified Security Specialty and CompTIA Security+, plus Cybr course completion certificates.
Offers their own certifications, purchased separately through bootcamps and exams. Their value in the job market is difficult to assess because limited public hiring data exists for these credentials.
Individual price
$20 monthly or $200 yearly. Subscription includes courses, labs, paths, ebooks, and practice exams.
$20 monthly or $200 yearly. The annual plan adds individual cyber ranges; bootcamps cost extra.
Lab offering breakdown
What each platform offers in terms of labs
Compare total, free, offensive, defensive, and difficulty-level lab counts.
Lab catalog breakdown
Pwned Labs
90hosted labs
30free labs
75offensive / red team labs
15defensive / blue team labs
70beginner labs
20intermediate labs
0advanced labs
Pricing
Same individual price, different membership value
Both cost $20 monthly or $200 yearly for individuals, but each membership includes different training.
Plan Cybr Pwned Labs
Free access
CybrFree account with selected courses, labs, ebooks, and Discord.
Pwned LabsBasic plan with selected Academy labs and community access.
Monthly individual
Cybr$20 per month
Pwned Labs$20 per month
Yearly individual
Cybr$200 per year
Pwned Labs$200 per year; required for individual cyber ranges
Small teams
CybrStarts at $200 per seat yearly for 2–4 seats.
Pwned LabsStarts at $600 per seat yearly for teams of up to 9.
Bootcamps
CybrNot offered.
Pwned Labs$499 each for AWS, Microsoft, or Google professional bootcamps.
Enterprise
CybrCustom pricing with volume discounts, seat management, progress tracking, custom virtual training, and white-labeled courses.
Pwned LabsCustom pricing with user administration, progress analytics, custom playlists, seat rotation, and enterprise cyber ranges.
Common questions
What to know before choosing
Which platform offers more room for career progression?
Cybr supports complete beginners and working cloud security practitioners with structured learning paths and 83 beginner, 34 intermediate, and 2 advanced labs. Pwned Labs lists 70 beginner and 20 intermediate labs, with no advanced tier.
Which platform has more content?
Cybr currently offers more hands-on labs in addition to courses, which Pwned Labs does not offer.
Do I need my own cloud account?
No. Both platforms provision hosted lab environments in live cloud accounts, keeping intentionally vulnerable resources away from your personal or company accounts.
Are the lab environments isolated?
Cybr provisions isolated, writable live cloud environments for its hosted labs. Most free Pwned Labs labs use shared, read-only environments; dedicated lab instances are advertised with its paid Pro and Teams plans.
Which cloud providers does each platform cover?
Cybr offers 93 AWS and 23 Azure hands-on labs, plus Cloudflare security training and Azure courses. Pwned Labs offers AWS, Azure and Microsoft 365, GCP, Kubernetes, and OCI labs; its catalog at the comparison review date listed 24 Azure and Microsoft 365 labs.
Does either subscription include a professional certification?
Cybr provides industry-recognized certification preparation for the AWS Certified Security Specialty and CompTIA Security+. Pwned Labs certifications require separately purchased bootcamps and exams and are not included in the individual subscription. Their broader industry recognition is unclear.
Methodology
Sources and review notes
We reviewed each platform's public catalogs and pricing pages.
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