AuditBoard Alternatives
AuditBoard is the darling of internal audit teams. These alternatives offer better coverage for broader security compliance or more integrated financial reporting.
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Workiva
$30,000+/year starting
FloQast
$15,000+/year starting
Diligent
$25,000+/year starting
MetricStream
$40,000+/year starting
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Head of Compliance Strategy
Raphael leads go-to-market compliance strategy for high-growth SaaS and AI teams. With over a decade of experience across Big Four firms and fintech startups, he specializes in translating complex SOC 2 requirements into automated, engineering-friendly workflows.
Selection checklist
- 1.Specialization: Focus on audit vs. general compliance vs. finance.
- 2.Automation: Support for automated testing and continuous monitoring.
- 3.Auditor Access: Quality of the external auditor experience.
- 4.Reporting: Flexibility of custom dashboards and reports.
Why teams switch from AuditBoard
Workiva
Best for: Financial Reporting
Key strength: SEC & ESG depth
FloQast
Best for: Accounting Teams
Key strength: Close management focus
Diligent
Best for: Board Governance
Key strength: Executive reporting
MetricStream
Best for: Global GRC
Key strength: Enterprise breadth
How to evaluate alternatives
- 1.Specialization: Focus on audit vs. general compliance vs. finance.
- 2.Automation: Support for automated testing and continuous monitoring.
- 3.Auditor Access: Quality of the external auditor experience.
- 4.Reporting: Flexibility of custom dashboards and reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best AuditBoard alternatives?
Top AuditBoard alternatives in 2026 include Workiva, FloQast, Diligent. The best choice depends on your company size, budget, and specific compliance requirements. See our detailed comparison above.
What is cheaper than AuditBoard?
Several AuditBoard alternatives offer lower starting prices. Budget-friendly options typically start at $3,000-$5,000/year for smaller teams. See our pricing comparison to find options within your budget.
Why switch from AuditBoard?
Common reasons to explore AuditBoard alternatives include: pricing concerns, missing features, integration limitations, or changing compliance needs. Our comparison helps you evaluate if switching makes sense for your situation.
How do I choose between AuditBoard alternatives?
Key factors: 1) Your compliance frameworks (SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA), 2) Company size and budget, 3) Required integrations, 4) Implementation timeline, 5) Support quality. Our comparison matrix above helps evaluate these factors.
About RiscLens
Our mission is to provide transparency and clarity to early-stage technology companies navigating the complexities of SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) compliance.
Who we serve
Built specifically for early-stage and growing technology companies—SaaS, fintech, and healthcare tech—preparing for their first SOC 2 audit or responding to enterprise customer requirements.
What we provide
Clarity before commitment. We help teams understand realistic cost ranges, timeline expectations, and common gaps before they engage auditors or expensive compliance vendors.
Our Boundaries
We do not provide legal advice, audit services, or certifications. Our assessments support internal planning—they are not a substitute for professional compliance guidance.
SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) is a voluntary compliance standard for service organizations, developed by the AICPA, which specifies how organizations should manage customer data based on the Trust Services Criteria: security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy.
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