Dedicated compliance officers manage the program end to end for managed customers
Free, self-hostable version deployable via Docker Compose
Supports SOC 2, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 42001, GDPR, HIPAA, CCPA, FERPA, and more
Managed service removes the need for an internal compliance hire
Self-hosted option gives technical teams full control over compliance data
Pros
Generally lower estimated pricing than Vanta at comparable company sizes
Deeper evidence control suits maturing, multi-framework security programs
Structured support model fits organizations past their first audit
Self-hostable free option is genuinely rare among GRC platforms
Dedicated officers on the managed plan remove the burden of an internal compliance hire
Very broad framework coverage spans security, privacy, and newer AI-governance standards
Cons
Pricing still requires a sales conversation for an exact quote
Less optimized for the fastest-possible single-framework first audit than Vanta
Deeper control and structure add complexity a very early-stage team may not need yet
Self-hosted version requires real infrastructure and Docker expertise to run
Managed service pricing isn't published, requiring a sales conversation
Smaller brand recognition than more established GRC platforms
Company
Drata, founded 2020
Probo, founded 2024
Prices come from each vendor's pricing page, last checked 20260716. Check the vendor before you buy.
FAQ
Questions people ask
Is Drata better than Probo?
In our reviews Drata scores 4.3 and Probo scores 3.9. The better pick depends on the job. Drata: Built for scaling teams managing several compliance frameworks at once. Probo: Compliance handled end to end by dedicated officers, with a free, self-hostable open option.