$30-150K
Traditional Total Cost (Year 1)
3-6 months
Traditional Timeline
Days
With Comp AI
SOC 2 Cost Breakdown
What you'll actually pay for SOC 2 certification
| Cost Category | Traditional | Comp AI |
|---|---|---|
| Compliance Software | $20,000 - $80,000/year | Included |
| SOC 2 Audit | $10,000 - $50,000 | Included |
| Penetration Test | $5,000 - $25,000 | Included |
| Implementation/Setup | $5,000 - $15,000 | Included |
| Security Tools | $2,000 - $10,000/year | Varies |
| Internal Time | 200-500 hours | 20-50 hours |
Hidden Costs to Watch For
What vendors don't tell you upfront
Integration Fees
Some platforms charge extra to connect AWS, Azure, or specific tools
Included with Comp AI
Additional Frameworks
ISO 27001, HIPAA, GDPR often cost extra per framework
Included with Comp AI
User Seat Fees
Per-user pricing adds up as your team grows
Included with Comp AI
Support Tiers
Premium support often costs 20-30% more
Included with Comp AI
Annual Renewals
Audit and pen test costs recur every year
Included with Comp AI
Remediation Costs
Fixing failed controls can delay certification
Comp AI vs. Competitors
See how we compare on price and features
| Feature | Comp AI | Vanta | Drata |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Software Cost | Talk to us | $22,000-80,000/yr | $20,000-60,000/yr |
| Audit Included | |||
| Pen Test Included | |||
| All Frameworks Included | |||
| Setup Fees | $0 | $3,000-10,000 | $2,000-8,000 |
| Open Source | |||
| Money-Back Guarantee |
SOC 2 Cost FAQ
Common questions about SOC 2 pricing
A SOC 2 audit typically costs $10,000-$50,000 depending on your company size, scope, and auditor. With Comp AI, audit costs are bundled into your subscription.
Total first-year costs typically range from $30,000-$150,000+ when you add software, audit, pen test, and internal time. With Comp AI, we bundle everything into transparent pricing.
Yes. SOC 2 requires annual audits and continuous compliance monitoring. Traditional tools charge $20-80K/year plus audit fees. Comp AI includes renewals and audits.
Technically yes, but it takes 3-6x longer and requires significant manual effort. Most companies find that automation pays for itself in time savings.
Get SOC 2 Certified at a Fair Price
Audit and pen test included. 8 frameworks. 100% open source. 100% money-back guarantee. Talk to us for custom pricing.
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