SOC 2 Cost Calculator
Get an instant estimate of your total compliance budget based on company size, audit type, and tooling choices.
Interactive Cost Estimator
Estimated Annual Budget
Based on 2026 market benchmarks
Audit Fee (SOC 2 Type II)
CPA firm fees for readiness review and formal report.
Compliance Platform Subscription
Vanta, Drata, or similar automation software.
Penetration Testing
Manual security assessment required by most auditors.
Internal Opportunity Cost
Estimated value of engineering and admin time spent on compliance.
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Understanding SOC 2 Cost Drivers
Audit Type (Type I vs Type II)
A Type I audit is a snapshot in time and is generally cheaper ($10k-$20k). A Type II audit covers a period (3-12 months) and requires more testing, costing significantly more ($30k-$60k+).
Automation vs. Manual
Compliance platforms like Vanta or Drata cost $10k-$20k/year but can reduce auditor fees by up to 30% and save hundreds of engineering hours.
Internal Opportunity Cost
Often overlooked, compliance takes 200-400+ hours of staff time. At $150/hr, this is a "hidden" cost of $30k-$60k that must be budgeted.
Penetration Testing
Most auditors require a fresh penetration test (within 12 months). Depending on scope, expect to pay $7k-$15k for a quality assessment.