Matproof vs DataGuard
Self-serve compliance vs consultant-dependent GRC
Self-serve compliance vs consultant-dependent GRC
DataGuard is a well-funded German compliance platform combining software with expert consulting for ISO 27001, TISAX, GDPR, and NIS2. While DataGuard pairs every customer with consultants, Matproof delivers self-serve compliance automation with AI - more frameworks, transparent pricing, and no dependency on external advisors.
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updated just nowThe key difference
DataGuard bundles compliance software with mandatory consulting services, making it expensive and slow to implement. Matproof is fully self-serve with AI-powered automation - start in minutes, not months. Matproof also covers 11 frameworks vs DataGuard's 5, including DORA, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and ISO 42001 that DataGuard lacks.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Matproof | DataGuard |
|---|---|---|
| DORA compliance | Full - 200 requirements, 98 controls, 117 tasks, 52 policies | not verified |
| NIS2 compliance | Full support with EU-specific workflows | Supported |
| ISO 27001 | Full support with 2022 Annex A | Full support - core product |
| GDPR / DSGVO | Full support with BDSG specifics | Full support - core product |
| TISAX | Not yet supported | Full support - automotive focus |
| SOC 2 | Full support (Type I & II) | not verified |
| HIPAA | Full support | not verified |
| PCI DSS | Full support | not verified |
| ISO 42001 (AI Act) | Full support | EU AI Act mentioned, unclear depth |
| BaFin MaRisk | Full support with reporting templates | not verified |
| Total frameworks | 11 frameworks | ~5 frameworks |
| Pricing transparency | Public plans from EUR 480/mo | Hidden - sales call required |
| Implementation time | Minutes - self-serve onboarding | Up to 3 months with consultants |
| Expert consulting included | No - AI-powered, self-serve | Yes - bundled consulting (adds cost) |
| AI features | AI policy generation, risk assessment | AI for evidence collection and questionnaires |
| Language support | 6 languages (EN, DE, FR, ES, NL, IT) | German and English |
| Trust Center | Full - custom domain, NDA workflow, watermarked PDFs | Not mentioned |
| Pentest service | Built-in - €299/mo | not verified |
| Data residency | Germany (EU) | not verified |
| Vendor management | ICT Provider Register (DORA Art. 28) | Third-party risk management |
A cell marked “not verified” means we could not source the claim on DataGuard’s own website. It is not a statement that the capability is missing. We only publish a claim about a named company when we have read it on that company’s own page. Where we could, the wording comes from our sourced vendor tables, which carry the source URL and the date they were read.
Why choose Matproof
- 11 frameworks vs DataGuard's 5 - including DORA, SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI DSS
- Transparent pricing - no mandatory consulting fees
- Self-serve in minutes vs 3-month implementation
- AI-powered policy generation in 6 languages
- Built-in pentest service
- Full Trust Center with NDA workflow and custom domains
- No consultant dependency - your team owns compliance
- Deep DORA coverage (200 requirements) for financial services
Why choose DataGuard
- TISAX certification support (automotive industry)
- Bundled expert consulting for hands-off compliance
- Established brand with 4,000+ customers
- ISAE 3000 certified platform
- Cookie and consent management included
Who should choose which?
Choose Matproof if...
Organizations wanting self-serve compliance automation across many frameworks (DORA, NIS2, SOC 2, HIPAA) with transparent pricing and AI-powered tools - without paying for consultants.
Choose DataGuard if...
Companies that prefer outsourcing compliance to consultants, need TISAX certification, or want a hands-off approach with expert guidance included.
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