Drata vs Secureframe
Which security & it tool is right for you? Compare features, pricing, and user reviews to make the best choice.
Drata
From Custom
Engineering-led startups that want to customize controls and tests, and companies that expect to need frameworks beyond SOC 2 such as PCI DSS, DORA, FedRAMP or CMMC.
vs
Secureframe
From $7,500
Startups that want a published starting price, hands-on help from people who have done audits, and one framework to start, including companies that may need CMMC later.
Side by side
| Drata | Secureframe | |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Pricing by quote; not published | From $7,500/year (Fundamentals); higher plans by quote |
| G2 Rating | Not yet verified | Not yet verified |
| Best For | Engineering-led startups that want to customize controls and tests, and companies that expect to need frameworks beyond SOC 2 such as PCI DSS, DORA, FedRAMP or CMMC. | Startups that want a published starting price, hands-on help from people who have done audits, and one framework to start, including companies that may need CMMC later. |
Pros and cons
Drata
Pros
- Wide framework list including DORA, FedRAMP and CMMC
- Custom frameworks and controls
- Trust Center and questionnaire tools in one platform
- Auditor directory linked from the SOC 2 page
Cons
- No published prices or plan details
- No exact integration count published
- Audit fee is separate
- More configuration choices to make for a small team
Secureframe
Pros
- Only vendor here with a published starting price ($7,500/year)
- 300+ native integrations on every plan
- In-house experts and former auditors support the audit
- Dedicated CMMC plan for defense contractors
Cons
- Fundamentals covers one framework and one custom test
- Complete and Defense prices are by quote
- SSO/SCIM and custom integrations require Complete
- Audit fee is separate
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