Drata alternative
How much does Drata really cost?
Drata keeps its pricing behind a sales call, and the base plan is only the start. Here is what teams report paying — and a transparent, EU-native way to get compliant for a fraction of it.
What Drata costs, based on public reports
Drata does not list prices publicly. The ranges below come from public reports and buyer reviews. Treat them as estimates, not quotes — and remember the auditor is billed on top.
| Tier | Reported yearly price | What buyers report |
|---|---|---|
| Foundation | ≈ $7.5k / yr | Entry plan, one framework, smaller teams. |
| Advanced | ≈ $15k / yr | More frameworks and features; median deals land near $25k. |
| Enterprise | $25k–50k+ / yr | Trust Center, audit support, and add-ons cost extra. |
Based on publicly reported figures and market research — Matproof is not affiliated with Drata. Ranges are estimates and change over time; ask Drata for an official quote.
The costs the quote does not show
Drata's base plan rarely covers everything. These extras stack up, and most only appear once you are in a sales process.
Audit fees on top
The subscription does not pay your auditor. Plan for another $10k–50k for the audit itself.
Add-ons cost extra
Trust Center, audit support, and extra frameworks are often separate line items.
Sales-gated pricing
No public prices means every renewal is a negotiation, and the number is hard to predict.
Pay as you grow
More frameworks and more users push you into higher tiers, so the bill rises with your team.
The alternative
Matproof: transparent, EU-native, a fraction of the cost
Matproof is compliance-automation software built and hosted in Europe. Same evidence automation and audit-readiness — without the US-first focus, the sales maze, or the climbing price.
A fraction of the cost
Transparent value instead of sales-gated quotes. Most teams pay far less than a Drata contract.
EU-native by design
DORA, NIS2, GDPR, and BaFin MaRisk are first-class — not a bolt-on to a US product.
Data stays in the EU
Your evidence is hosted in EU data centres, in line with GDPR. Nothing leaves the EEA.
AI-native
AI maps your controls, drafts policies, and flags gaps — so audit prep takes weeks, not quarters.
Open evidence
Every control links to the evidence behind it. Share a read-only link with your auditor. No black box.
Trust Center included
Publish a live trust page without paying for it as a separate add-on.
Matproof vs Drata
| Feature | Matproof | Drata |
|---|---|---|
| Transparent pricing | Clear value, no sales maze | Sales-gated, quote only |
| EU data residency | Hosted in the EU | US-first hosting |
| DORA / NIS2 native | Built for EU regulation | SOC 2 / ISO first |
| GDPR focus | GDPR at the core | Supported |
| AI-native automation | AI maps controls and drafts policies | AI features added |
| SOC 2 / ISO 27001 | Supported | Core strength |
| Audit fees included | Auditor billed separately | Auditor billed separately |
| Trust Center included | Included | Often a paid add-on |
Comparison based on publicly available information and market research. Matproof is not affiliated with Drata. Drata's features and pricing may have changed.
Drata pricing and alternatives — FAQ
How much does Drata cost?
Drata does not publish prices. Public reports put the Foundation plan near $7.5k a year, Advanced near $15k, and enterprise deals at $25k–50k or more, with a median around $25k. Trust Center and audit support cost extra, and the auditor is billed separately. Ask Drata for a quote.
Is there a cheaper Drata alternative?
Yes. Matproof delivers evidence automation and audit-readiness for a fraction of a typical Drata contract, with transparent value instead of sales-gated pricing.
Does Drata cover DORA and NIS2?
Drata is US-first and built around SOC 2 and ISO 27001. Matproof is EU-native, with DORA, NIS2, GDPR, and BaFin MaRisk as first-class frameworks and EU data residency by default.
Is my data stored in the EU?
With Matproof, yes. Your evidence is hosted in EU data centres in line with GDPR, and never transferred outside the EEA. Many US-first platforms host in the US by default.
Why choose Matproof over Drata?
Choose Matproof for EU-native frameworks, EU data residency, AI-native automation, open evidence, and transparent value — without a US-first product or paid add-ons for basics like a Trust Center.
Does the price include the audit?
No — with Drata and with Matproof, the software and the external audit are billed separately. Budgeting for the auditor matters either way.
See the difference
Get compliant in weeks — for a fraction of the cost
See how Matproof automates DORA, NIS2, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR — EU-hosted, AI-native, and transparent.