How KollGuard compares
Most compliance platforms automate evidence collection and audit prep — valuable, but priced for funded companies and measured in weeks. KollGuard is the dev-first layer that actually scans your code and databases for real security gaps — including PII/PHI in unprotected tables — maps each to SOC 2 and HIPAA, rolls posture up by project, and gives enterprises a scan-based vendor onboarding gate. Your first scan of each target is free in minutes.
Price comparison
Compliance platforms typically run $7,500–$100,000+ per year, quote-based, and the audit itself is billed separately ($10k–$50k+). KollGuard is a fraction of that, transparent, and free to start.
| Platform | Starting | Typical range | Pricing model | Free to try | Audit fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KollGuard | Free first scan / target | $19.89–$99 / mo | Transparent, self-serve | Audit assistance available — ask us | |
| Vanta | ~$10k / yr | $10k–$80k+ / yr | Quote / sales | Audit billed separately ($10k–$50k+) | |
| Drata | ~$7.5k / yr | $7.5k–$100k+ / yr | Quote / sales | Audit billed separately | |
| Secureframe | ~$7.5k / yr | $7.5k–$80k+ / yr | Quote / sales | Audit billed separately | |
| Sprinto | ~$7k / yr | $7k–$25k+ / yr | Quote / sales | Audit billed separately | |
| Thoropass | ~$14.5k / yr | incl. first audit | Quote / sales | Audit bundled | |
| Oneleet | Custom | Quote-only | Quote / sales | Audit billed separately | |
| Delve | Custom | Quote-only | Quote / sales | Audit billed separately |
Figures reflect publicly reported 2026 starting prices and are typically quote-based — verify with each vendor. KollGuard is a scanner that finds and maps gaps; it does not itself issue a SOC 2 / HIPAA audit report.
Capabilities
| Capability | KollGuard | Vanta | Drata | Secureframe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Transparent public pricing | ||||
| First scan of each target free + self-serve signup | ||||
| Self-serve billing (Stripe — no sales call) | ||||
| Scans your code repositories for security gaps | ||||
| Scans your databases (RLS, TLS, roles, audit logging) | ||||
| Detects PII / PHI columns in unprotected tables | ||||
| Credentials encrypted in Vault (never in browser) | ||||
| Source code never stored | ||||
| Per-finding mapping to SOC 2 / HIPAA controls | ||||
| Per-framework pass/fail report from real scans | ||||
| Projects with rolled-up posture per product / team | ||||
| Risk prioritization & scoring dashboard | ||||
| Evidence package & downloadable audit reports | ||||
| Compliance advisor (industry → applicable regs) | ||||
| PII / PHI guidelines + client-side de-identification tool | ||||
| Vendor risk posture & onboarding gate (scan-based) | ||||
| AI cost & usage dashboard | ||||
| Monitors the AI agents you deploy — Agent Watch (health, drift, security) | ||||
| Role-based access (owner / admin / member) | ||||
| DPA / BAA available on request | ||||
| Time to first result | Minutes | Days–weeks | Days–weeks | Days–weeks |
| Continuous monitoring (scheduled re-scans + alerts) | ||||
| SOC 2, HIPAA, ISO 27001/27701, PCI DSS, GDPR, NIST CSF/800-53, HITRUST CSF, CIS Controls | ||||
| Full audit automation + auditor network | ||||
| Public trust center (shareable posture page) | ||||
| Policy templates & personnel management |
yes · partial/limited · no. This is KollGuard’s view of the category and is not endorsed by other vendors.
Where KollGuard wins
- • Actually scans your repos and databases for concrete misconfigurations — RLS gaps, exposed secrets, PII/PHI columns — not just integrations and questionnaires.
- • Projects, risks, and evidence — rolled-up posture per product, prioritized risk scoring, and downloadable audit reports from real scan data.
- • Scan-based vendor risk — standardized posture and an onboarding gate (Ready / Needs review / Blocked) for every vendor you assess.
- • Transparent, low pricing with self-serve billing and your first scan of each target free, vs $7.5k–$100k/yr quote-based contracts (plus a separate audit fee).
- • Minutes to first findings — connect a token and scan, no auditor-led onboarding. Built-in PII/PHI tools and AI-cost visibility included.
Where a full audit platform fits
If you need to complete a formal SOC 2 or HIPAA audit and certification — with full evidence automation, an auditor network, a public trust center, policy templates, personnel/security-awareness management, and a broad framework catalog (ISO 27001, PCI, etc.) — a platform like Vanta, Drata, or Secureframe does more on that front today. Many teams use KollGuard first to find and fix the technical gaps fast and affordably — and to gate vendor onboarding with scanned posture — then layer in an audit platform when they’re ready to certify. Or talk to us and we’ll help you get there (see below).
Need to complete an audit? We’ll help.
KollGuard finds and fixes the technical gaps first. When you’re ready to formalize SOC 2 or HIPAA, we can work alongside you to meet the audit requirements and connect you with an independent auditor who fits your stage and budget. Reach out and we’ll put together pricing and a plan that works for you.
Talk to us about an auditWe run KollGuard on KollGuard. We scan our own repo and database every release and fix what it finds before we ship. See how we scan ourselves →