Head to head · Reviewed 2026-09-29
Comp AI vs Drata: which AI compliance platform does more of the work?
By the Signal Desk, AI Compliance Compare · Reviewed 2026-09-29
Who wins each criterion?
| Criterion (weight) | Comp AI | Drata | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| AI agent coverage (18) | 6.0Automation across four headline frameworks is stated, but AI work is not broken down by task on the pages reviewed. | (highest in row)6.5Agentic platform with AI questionnaire assistance and agentic TPRM on Enterprise; fewer task details published. | Drata |
| Human expert involvement (16) | (highest in row)7.01:1 Slack support with experts, described as fast; reactive support rather than an assigned readiness lead. | 5.0Services through 1300+ partners, including vCISO partners. | Comp AI |
| Multi-framework depth (16) | 5.512 frameworks named on the pricing page; no total count or cross-mapping described. | (highest in row)6.530+ pre-built frameworks plus custom; Foundation limited to one pre-mapped framework. | Drata |
| Audit path clarity (10) | 4.0Audit-ready in days is claimed; auditor arrangement not described; audit needs are a pricing factor. | (highest in row)6.0Auditors are part of the partner network; the audit process itself is not described in detail. | Drata |
| Integrations (published count) (12) | (highest in row)9.5580+ integrations, the highest stated count here. | 6.0Hundreds of tools stated; no count published. | Comp AI |
| Openness (8) | (highest in row)9.5Codebase published as open source on GitHub. | 3.0No public source code. | Comp AI |
| Pricing transparency (10) | 4.0No rate card; price drivers are listed and a money-back guarantee is stated. | (highest in row)5.5Plan limits published (up to 50 FTEs, one framework from a named list); no prices. | Drata |
| Maturity (10) | 5.01,000+ companies stated; Series A reported 2026-09-17. | (highest in row)8.08,500+ customers and 1300+ partners stated. | Drata |
| Weighted total | (highest in row)6.28 | 5.92 | Comp AI |
Who does the work: Comp AI or Drata?
Comp AI
AI: 1 · Human: 0 · Both: 0 · Coming soon: 0 · Not described: 4
Support channel: 1:1 Slack with experts
Drata
AI: 2 · Human: 1 · Both: 0 · Coming soon: 0 · Not described: 2
Support channel: 1300+ partners incl. vCISOs
| Task | Comp AI | Drata |
|---|---|---|
| Evidence collection | AI agentsAutomated with 580+ integrations. | AI agentsPre-built integrations on the Foundation plan. |
| Policies | Not describedNot described on the pages reviewed. | Not describedNot described on the pages reviewed. |
| Security questionnaires | Not describedNot described on the pages reviewed. | AI agentsAI Questionnaire Assistance. |
| Audit management | Not describedAuditor arrangement not described on the pages reviewed. | Human expertsAuditors in the partner network. |
| Remediation | Not describedNot described on the pages reviewed. | Not describedNot described on the pages reviewed. |
Support channel: Comp AI: 1:1 Slack with experts · Drata: 1300+ partners incl. vCISOs
How do they handle a second and third framework?
| Comp AI | Drata | |
|---|---|---|
| Entry plan | No named plans | Compliance Automation Foundation |
| Entry scope | Quoted per framework | 1 pre-mapped framework (SOC 2, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, HIPAA or GDPR), up to 50 FTEs |
| Adding more | Frameworks are a stated pricing factor | Additional frameworks as add-ons; GRC Advanced allows any framework |
| Cross-mapping | Not stated on pages reviewed | Not stated on pages reviewed |
| Stated total | 12 named | 30+ |
Comp AI names 10 of the 20 frameworks we track on its pages.
Drata names 14 of the 20 frameworks we track on its pages.
Named by Comp AI but not Drata: SOC 1, ISO 9001.
Named by Drata but not Comp AI: CMMC, HITRUST, NIS2, DORA, NIST AI RMF, Cyber Essentials.
Source: Comp AI: pricing, Drata: plans, Drata: frameworks · Read 2026-09-29
What do Comp AI and Drata publish about pricing?
Comp AI
Price: Not published
No rate card published. Comp AI says it presents pricing on a 20-minute call and lists what drives the quote: frameworks, company size, timeline, audit and security needs. A money-back guarantee is stated on its form.
Drata
Price: Not published
No prices published. Drata asks buyers to get personalized pricing; plan limits are published.
Plans: Compliance Automation Foundation, GRC Advanced, GRC Enterprise, Assurance platform (separate)
Which numbers do they state?
| Comp AI | Drata | |
|---|---|---|
| Customers | 1,000+ companies (as stated by the vendor) | 8,500+ global customers (as stated by the vendor) |
| Frameworks | 12 named on its pricing page; homepage leads with SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA and GDPR (as stated by the vendor) | 30+ pre-built frameworks, plus custom (as stated by the vendor) |
| Integrations | 580+ integrations (as stated by the vendor) | Hundreds of tools (no count published on its integrations page) (as stated by the vendor) |
Should you choose Comp AI or Drata?
Choose Comp AI if:
- you want to inspect how the product works
- you need a larger published integration count
- Only platform in this line-up with its codebase published as open source.
Choose Drata if:
- you prefer a larger stated customer base
- you want a clearly described route to the audit
- Clearest published plan limits in this line-up (50 FTEs, one framework from a named list on Foundation).
Questions buyers ask
Is Comp AI or Drata better?
On our default weights Comp AI scores 6.28 to 5.92. Comp AI wins 3 criteria and Drata wins 5. Change the weights in the stack builder if your priorities differ.
Which has more integrations, Comp AI or Drata?
Comp AI states 580+ integrations. Drata states Hundreds of tools (no count published on its integrations page).
Do Comp AI and Drata publish prices?
No. Comp AI: No rate card published. Comp AI says it presents pricing on a 20-minute call and lists what drives the quote: frameworks, company size, timeline, audit and security needs. A money-back guarantee is stated on its form. Drata: No prices published. Drata asks buyers to get personalized pricing; plan limits are published.
Where next?
Keep reading
- Comp AI profile
Scores, work split, frameworks and pricing facts.
- Drata profile
Scores, work split, frameworks and pricing facts.
- The ranking
Six platforms, eight weighted criteria, every score with a reason.
- Agents vs humans
Task-by-task work split across evidence, policies, questionnaires and audit.
- How we score
Method, weights and limitations.