TryHackMe review
Updated September 30, 2026 · AcademyCue Editorial Team · Facts checked September 30, 2026
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Our verdict
TryHackMe suits self-taught learners and teams who want practical IT security practice on a subscription they can start free. A catalogue of 1,000 courses, a free tier and a team plan sit in a single place, with support on email, which suits readers who weigh price at entry and at renewal.
Key facts
- Best for
- Budget-minded IT security learners who want a free tier and a large practical catalogue
- Free tier
- Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Platform type
- Subscription (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Number of courses
- 1,000 (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Team plan
- Yes (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Legal entity
- TryHackMe Ltd (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Headquarters
- United Kingdom (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Support channels
- Email (Source, checked September 30, 2026)
- Subjects
- It
- Official website
- tryhackme.com
Certifications
Pros and cons
Pros
- A free tier lets learners sample a catalogue of 1,000 courses before paying anything, which suits anyone testing several directions
- A subscription model keeps access under a single plan instead of a fee per course, and a team plan covers shared study
- it is the whole catalogue, so learners who want depth in a single subject rather than breadth get it
- A UK registered entity, TryHackMe Ltd, gives billing and access a named company to deal with
- Certificate fees on comparable platforms sit at €0 for the median provider, so a completion certificate stays a small extra for most of the field
Cons
- Support runs on email only, so anyone wanting a live conversation has fewer routes
- A subscription keeps charging at renewal, unlike buying courses outright
- The catalogue covers it only, so learners wanting other subjects must look elsewhere
Who it suits
- Learners who want to try IT security material before paying, using the free tier
- Anyone who prefers a subscription to buying course by course
- Teams and study groups that need a team plan on a single platform
Who should look elsewhere
- Learners who want live tutoring or phone help, since support runs on email only
- Readers who want a short edited list instead of a large subscription catalogue, who will find DRCertifications' curated model a closer fit
- Shoppers who prefer browsing many sellers, since Hotmart is a marketplace rather than a single subscription
Core features
The catalogue counts 1,000 courses and a free tier is included, so a learner can open the material and work through part of it before deciding on a plan. A team plan is available for groups and cohorts that need shared access under a single arrangement, which matters for study groups buying for several people at once. For readers weighing entry cost against renewal cost, the free tier is the part that settles the first step, because nothing needs paying to see whether the rooms suit you. The course count is the other part of the case, since a large catalogue leaves room to change direction once you know what you like.
The company behind it
The service is run by TryHackMe Ltd, registered in the United Kingdom, so the contract and the support relationship sit with a named company rather than a spread of separate sellers. Support runs on email, which is the only channel listed, so anyone who values a live conversation or a phone call should weigh that before subscribing. For a subscription site, a named legal entity in the UK gives a clearer place to raise a billing or access problem, and it tells readers which company a renewal invoice comes from.
How TryHackMe compares
Frequently asked questions
Does TryHackMe have a free tier?+
A free tier is included, so the catalogue of 1,000 courses can be opened without a plan. That makes it a low risk way to sample the it material before paying anything, and it is where most readers should start. The paid tier matters later, once you know the rooms suit you.
How much does a subscription cost, and what happens at renewal?+
Pricing follows a subscription model, so access is charged on an ongoing basis rather than per course. Monthly prices across comparable platforms sit at €18.59 for the median provider and at €27.22 in this group, with annual prices at €145.48. Budget for the renewal figure, not an entry offer.
Is there a separate certificate fee?+
Certificate fees across comparable platforms sit at €0 for the median provider and reach €262.21 at the highest end of the range, so the cost of a certificate varies widely. Check the fee on a specific room before finishing, since it can sit outside the subscription. The certificate type here is it.
Can I study on my phone or offline?+
Delivery is online, so the material is built for online study rather than in person, and a browser is the main route. Offline download is offered by 77.4% of the platforms compared here, so plan on an online connection for most of the library. Mobile access is worth checking on the specific rooms you intend to take.
Can a team or study group buy access together?+
A team plan is available, which suits cohorts and study groups that want a single arrangement rather than separate purchases. Team plans are also close to standard on comparable platforms, at 99.4%, so availability is not the differentiator here. Price and the free tier are the parts worth comparing.
What support do I get if something goes wrong?+
Support runs on email, which is the only channel listed for the service, so expect written replies rather than a live conversation. A help centre appears on 71.9% of the platforms compared, which is worth checking if you rely on self service answers. Budget a little patience on billing questions.
Who runs the platform and where is it based?+
The service is operated by TryHackMe Ltd, based in the United Kingdom. A named legal entity matters for a subscription because billing and access disputes need a company to name, and renewal invoices point back to the same entity listed in the terms. Readers outside the UK should check how billing is handled in their own currency.
How long is the money back window?+
Money back windows across the platforms compared sit at 14 days for the median provider, with the longest reaching 360 days. Terms differ by plan, so confirm the window that applies to the subscription you pick before paying. A free tier is the safer way to test whether the catalogue fits.
Which subjects does the catalogue cover?+
The catalogue is it, so it is a specialist library rather than a general course platform. Compare that with a marketplace such as Hotmart, where the range comes from many sellers, or with the curated model at DRCertifications. Learners after business, language or design material will find little here.
Sources
- tryhackme.com checked September 30, 2026
Backs: Certification type, Number of courses, Delivery, Headquarters, Subjects, Team plan
“gamified, hands-on cyber security training platform”
- tryhackme.com/about checked September 30, 2026
Backs: Free tier
“Hundreds of our training labs are completely free”
- tryhackme.com/legal/terms-of-use checked September 30, 2026
Backs: Legal entity, Support channels
“TryHackMe Ltd (the business incorporated in United Kingdom”
- tryhackme.com/pricing checked September 30, 2026
Backs: Platform type
“TryHackMe | Premium Plans”
Compiled from 4 source pages, checked September 30, 2026. We did not open an account.
Not confirmed yet: Price from, Money-back period.
TryHackMe
Budget-minded IT security learners who want a free tier and a large practical catalogue