DestCert vs. Koenig Solutions
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Why choose the
DestCert MasterClass over Koenig Solutions
A CISSP MasterClass that goes beyond standard preparation. See why DestCert's comprehensive approach to exam readiness makes it the top choice compared to Koenig Solutions' CISSP program.
Key Features Comparison
Note: Koenig Solutions offers CISSP training in various formats: online and classroom-based, both following fixed 4-hour schedules. Classroom training is available in different cities. They also provide live one-on-one training with customizable schedules and self-paced learning options for those unable to commit to fixed timelines. This variety of choices aims to accommodate different learning preferences, though students may need to carefully consider which option best aligns with their schedule, learning style, and career goals.
Feature | DestCert | Koenig Solutions |
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Course Structure | PAID | FREE and PAID |
ALL of the study materials you need | Varies by Course | |
Personalized Study Schedule | ||
Weekly Live Q&A Calls | ||
1-on-1 Mentoring Sessions* | ||
Flashcard App | ||
Practice Question App | ||
MindMap Review Videos | ||
Proven Exam Strategies | ||
Active Community Support | ||
Printed Guidebook and Workbook* | ||
Integrated Learning System | ||
Comprehensive Exam Preparation | ||
Personalized Review Guide | ||
Certified and Experienced Instructors | ||
Video Lectures | ||
Downloadable Resources | ||
Lifetime Access | Available in Premier Plan | |
Value for Money | ||
Flexible, Self-Paced Learning | Option Available | |
Variety of Teaching Styles |
*Included with Preferred & Premier MasterClasses
Maximize your CISSP exam preparation with DestCert.
Plans and Pricing Comparison
Plan | Price | Content | Access |
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Koenig Solutions (Live Online) | $2,500 | 40 hours of live online training and an official coursebook | Class duration |
Koenig Solutions (1-on-1 classes) | $2,975 | 40 hours of live online training and an official coursebook | Class duration |
Koenig Solutions (Flexi) | $199 | Access to 30 Hours of video training (edited from 40 | 6 months |
DestCert Essential | $1,497 | Everything you need to confidently pass the exam: | 1 year |
DestCert Preferred | $1,997 | Everything in Essential, plus 2 x one-hour 1-on-1 mentoring sessions, printed CISSP workbook and guidebook, unlimited email support | 3 years |
DestCert Premier | $4,997 | Everything in Preferred, plus unlimited personal 1-on-1 mentoring, and an iPad | Lifetime |
Success Rates and Outcomes
Destination Certification
Exceptional First-Time
Pass Rate
Our CISSP MasterClass boasts an impressive 93.6% first-time pass rate, showcasing the effectiveness of our comprehensive preparation approach.
Rapid Certification
Achievement
Many of our dedicated students successfully pass the CISSP exam in as little as 30 days, fast-tracking their cybersecurity career advancement.
Tailored
Success Paths
We recognize that each learner's journey is unique. Our adaptive learning system ensures that students focus on their specific areas of need, optimizing study time and boosting confidence.
Proven
Track Record
Our consistently high pass rates and swift certification achievements demonstrate the real-world effectiveness of our CISSP MasterClass in equipping students for exam success and beyond.
These are just a few success stories
Jeff Araujo
Exam pass date: April 8, 2024
I am more than happy to share my success due greatly to Destination Certification's Rob, John and Lou! I will be passing on to anyone in the future about this course prior to the CISSP test.
Jeffrey Rodriguez
Exam pass date: April 8, 2024
I read the official study guide, the all-in-one guide, and watched videos from every source I could find. None of those sources were as clear and concise as the Destination Certification videos and book. I wish I would have found them sooner and saved myself a lot of time.
Daniel Perschonok
Exam pass date: April 6, 2024
From the minute I watched the first Master Class video, I knew I had made the right decision on choosing Destination Certification. The content is very engaging and the entire program makes it easy to set a schedule and stick to it. I wanted something that would fit my lifestyle and allow me to go at my own pace. Destination Certification did exactly that. Going into the exam, I felt very confident about the knowledge gained from the course and my ability to know what the answer has to be. I would absolutely recommend this course to anyone interested in understanding the fundamentals of security and passing the CISSP exam. Trust the process and think like a CEO.
Tyler Phelps
Exam pass date: April 5, 2024
Destination Certification is the one stop shop to pass the CISSP. I did not need any other resources outside of all of the video courses, flash cards, mind maps, the book, mind maps and the study guide. I am a TERRIBLE test taker and I was able to pass on my first attempt at 130 questions after 3.5 months of consistent studying.
Rick Sege
Exam pass date: April 3, 2024
Destination Certification was a huge time saver in studying for the CISSP. They get rid of the fluff found in most other courses and books. The instruction is engaging and informative. It's obvious that Rob, John and Lou are all passionate about helping students learn and understand this material. John's testing strategy and examples are gold! Thank you Destination Cert team for a great course.
Jimmy Berry
Exam pass date: Mar 30, 2024
Destination Certification was instrumental in helping me pass the CISSP exam by organizing and managing the information in a manner that made complex concepts easy to comprehend. Rob and John's approach to how the materials not only laid a great foundation to fully comprehend the topics covered on the exam, but made me a more competent security professional.
Stephane Lorandel
Exam pass date: Mar 25, 2024
As I embarked on the daunting journey of preparing for the CISSP certification, the vast sea of information seemed overwhelming. Then, I discovered Destination Certification—an oasis of clarity in the desert of complexity. Their meticulously crafted learning path streamlined the essentials, imparting not just fragmented domain knowledge but a holistic understanding of security principles. The comprehensive approach of Destination Certification was a game-changer, enabling me to grasp complex concepts effortlessly. Thanks to their methodical guidance, I not only passed the exam on my first attempt but also gained a profound insight into the realm of security. I am immensely grateful for the exceptional teaching provided by Destination Certification. Their dedication to excellence deserves recognition, and I sincerely thank them for empowering me on my certification journey. If only every certification had a course of such caliber!
Alexander Stevens
Exam pass date: Mar 20, 2024
John, Rob, Lou and the extended team give you the best chance of passing the CISSP with their tailored concepts to hone in on that gives you clarity on what is important to know for the exam. The course does enforce a more managerial approach throughout which makes it the only needed source of reference in the objective. The team culture is very down to earth and personable which did stand out to me from start to finish with the right intensions for your benefit. I am very grateful to have taken a chance with hard working and passionate people.
Phillip Sanders
Exam pass date: Mar 12, 2024
Destination Certification is an absolute game-changer! As someone who recently embarked on the journey to become a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), I can't stress enough how invaluable this platform has been in my success. Thanks to Destination Certification, I was not only able to pass the CISSP exam but also gained a deeper understanding of information security concepts that will serve me well in my career. I wholeheartedly recommend this platform to anyone embarking on their certification journey – it's the ultimate destination for success!
Jonathan Acheampong
Exam pass date: Mar 9, 2024
MasterClass is one of the best CISSP exam prep out there. The online videos and contents are very informative. Great one on one sessions with Lou. The live sessions are the best. Rob and Jon are available to answer any questions. "Read the exam question 3 times before you look at the answer!
Ian Squire
Exam pass date: Mar 4, 2024
I had been studying a long time to take the exam. I stumbled upon the CISSP MindMaps and took the Cryptography Mini MasterClass. I signed up shortly after that and the rest is history. This course helped me organize and pass the exam in a way my many other study resources couldn’t do. I have already started recommending Destination Certification to colleagues.
Sean Mooney
Exam pass date: March 2, 2024
Destination Certification, (Lou, Rob, and John) have expertly condensed the complexities of Cybersecurity into digestible, essential knowledge. This course has polished my two decades of experience, increasing my value to clients and stakeholders. Just follow their lead, trust their process and you can’t go wrong. I highly recommend their course.
Jesse DeGarmo
Exam pass date: February 28, 2024
I actually started thinking about the CISSP in about 2004, with books to prove it. However, I finally arrived at the point in my career where I could see this was long overdue, and Destination Certification made an extremely well-crafted product, that prepared me for the CISSP examine in the best possible way. Even after – it is still enjoyable to revisit the material.
Santosh Murugkar
Exam pass date: February 28, 2024
Huge thanks to Destination Cert Team! Rob & John's made concepts clear, wonderful study materials, memory maps and Mr. Lou's mentorship boosted my confidence. I passed the exam!
James Dooley
Exam pass date: February 27, 2024
The course material was very designed - it was concise, thorough, and organized logically in an easy-to-understand flow. The mentorship with Lou was great and he was a fantastic resource to bounce ideas off of.
Sarath Haridas
Exam pass date: February 23, 2024
The training materials were really a great refresher for the learnings that I have gained through my career. The support and guidance from Lou is truly inspiring. Thanks a lot for all the support.
Lowell Fafard
Exam pass date: February 8, 2024
Rob and John present the material in an easy to follow, understand and (the most important part) engaging manner. The mind maps and the knowledge assessments were key to shoring up areas that needed work. The class was invaluable for expanding my knowledge and passing the exam. Will definitely be taking classes from them in the future.
Justin Arias
Exam pass date: January 31, 2024
With two weeks until the exam, I needed a clear and concise course direction to study for the CISSP. Destination Certification provided an excellent course which concisely discussed the main points and tie the domains together. The overall platform provides great resources for each person to learn and retain the information in their way, whether that is video, text, or knowledge checks. I was able to pass my exam right at question 125 and I know Destination Certification had a huge impact on the overall result.
Ziaul Karim
Exam pass date: January 31, 2024
Not only is everything about Destination Certification visually appealing, the content is truly fantastic. Everything is laid out in a logical manner with videos, book, assessments, all presented in an easy-to-understand format. Rob and John really bring this material to life, and the correct attitude and mindset is presented throughout, so by the end of your learning it is second nature (which is crucial for the exam). I encourage you to conquer the CISSP mountain as I did, with Destination CISSP as your path and guide.
Himanshu Dua
Exam pass date: January 25, 2024
When I initially enrolled, I was apprehensive about whether investing a substantial amount of money would be worthwhile. However, I can assure you that Rob and John are just genius. They not only helped me pass the exam but also transformed me into an excellent security engineer. Their teaching has become invaluable in my professional career, making the CISSP journey significantly easier for me. Thank you. I'm really happy that I found you.
Panagiotis Panos Georgakopoulos
Exam pass date: January 12, 2024
Destination Certification serves as the ultimate resource for successfully passing the exam, equipping individuals not only with the knowledge to excel in the test but also fostering a comprehensive understanding of the material. This holistic approach contributes to the development of individuals into well-rounded and proficient security professionals.
James Kimble
Exam pass date: December 24, 2023
Destination Certification helped focus my learning by breaking down tough concepts into bite sized chunks. I used this as a primary resource and could not be happier with the results.
Samantha Mims
Exam pass date: December 2, 2023
After seeing so much praise about the Destination Certification Masterclass, I decided to give it a try, and I’m so glad I did! The resources provided in the class were so much easier to digest than sitting down and reading through hundreds of pages of text in other study guides.
A big thank you to the team for putting it all together and hosting the live study sessions!
Koenig Solutions
Limited Pass
Rate Transparency
While Koenig Solutions reports positive outcomes, specific pass rate data for their CISSP course is not publicly available, making it challenging to compare success rates directly.
Global Certification
Impact
Koenig's international presence and diverse student base suggest a broad impact on global cybersecurity certification. However, specific CISSP outcome data across different regions is not readily available.
User Experience & Support
Destination Certification
Seamless Digital Learning Experience
Our user-friendly platform isn't just another online course - it's your personal CISSP command center. Navigate effortlessly through our rich array of study materials, from in-depth video lessons to comprehensive written guides, all designed to make your learning journey smooth and efficient.
Your Schedule, Your Rules
Life doesn't stop for CISSP prep, and neither should you. Our customizable learning plans flex to fit your lifestyle. Whether you're a night owl or an early bird, our platform helps you create a study schedule that works for you, not against you.
Multi-Channel Support System
Our support network is designed to address your needs through various channels. Get answers via our dedicated email support, participate in our weekly Q&A sessions for live problem-solving, or engage with our active Discord and Reddit communities. These platforms connect you with both CISSP experts and fellow learners, providing diverse perspectives and assistance.
Personalized Mentoring
For users of our Preferred and Premier plans, we offer valuable 1-on-1 mentoring sessions. These personalized meetings with CISSP experts provide tailored guidance, helping you navigate challenging concepts and develop effective study strategies aligned with your individual needs.
Interactive Learning Arsenal
Forget dry textbooks. Engage with our suite of dynamic study tools. Flip through digital flashcards on your commute, test your knowledge with our practice question app, or visualize complex concepts with our exclusive MindMap videos. Learning becomes an adventure, not a chore.
Koenig Solutions
Practical Exercises
Koenig includes hands-on activities in their curriculum, aiming to apply theoretical concepts to practical scenarios.
Individual Training Option
They offer 1-on-1 training sessions, which may be beneficial for some learners but could be more costly than group classes.
Fixed Session Duration
Koenig's 4-hour session format requires adherence to a strict schedule, which may not be ideal for professionals with unpredictable or busy schedules.
Trial Classes Available
Koenig provides demo classes, allowing potential students to sample their teaching approach before committing to the full course.
CISSP training FAQ
Both Destination Certification and Koenig Solutions recommend that students have at least five years of work experience in two or more of the eight CISSP CBK domains to ensure they are adequately prepared for the advanced concepts covered in the CISSP training and to meet the requirements for the CISSP exam.
Yes, both Destination Certification and Koenig Solutions keep their course content updated to align with the latest CISSP exam changes, ensuring that students receive the most current and relevant information for effective exam preparation.
Both courses offer a variety of additional resources and benefits: Destination Certification includes tools like a flashcard app, practice question app, MindMap videos, a printed guidebook and workbook, weekly group mentoring, personalized schedules, and access to an active community. Koenig Solutions offers personalized 1-on-1 training sessions, customized training options, post-course support, and free demo classes, allowing students to experience their training methods and instructors before enrolling.