LowerPlane
Secureframe
An honest, detailed comparison of two leading compliance automation platforms. See pricing, features, timelines, and support side-by-side.
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| Category | LowerPlane | Secureframe |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Starting Price (Annual) | $4,995/year | $22,000+/year |
| SOC 2 Only | $4,995 | $22,000 |
| ISO 27001 Only | $4,995 | $22,000 |
| SOC 2 + ISO 27001 | $7,995 (bundled) | $36,000+ (separate) |
| Three Frameworks | $24,000 | $50,000+ |
| Setup/Onboarding Fee | $0 | $0-$3,000 |
| Additional Users | Unlimited | Included (varies by plan) |
| Price Transparency | Public pricing | Contact sales |
| Support & Service | ||
| Dedicated Compliance Advisor | ✓ All plans | Add-on (CSM) |
| Response Time | <4 hours | 24-48 hours (standard) |
| Onboarding Support | ✓ White-glove | ✓ Standard |
| Expert Review Sessions | Unlimited | Limited (plan-based) |
| Audit Preparation | ✓ Full support | ✓ Full support |
| Slack/Email Support | ✓ Both | ✓ Email (Slack add-on) |
| Features & Capabilities | ||
| Frameworks Supported | 5 (ISO, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI-DSS) | 4 (ISO, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR) |
| Control Overlap Mapping | 80-90% automated | Manual mapping required |
| Integrations Included | 300+ (all free) | 150+ (some paid) |
| Questionnaire Auto-Answer | 70% AI-powered | ~55% automated |
| Policy Templates | 15+ multi-framework | 15+ single-framework |
| Evidence Auto-Collection | 30-50% automation | 25-35% automation |
| Continuous Monitoring | ✓ 1,200+ tests/hour | ✓ Real-time |
| Multi-Framework Dashboard | ✓ Unified view | Separate views |
| Risk Assessment | ✓ AI-powered | ✓ Standard |
| Vendor Risk Management | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Timeline & Implementation | ||
| Setup Time | 1-2 days | 3-5 days |
| Integration Configuration | 1 week | 2-3 weeks |
| Policy Generation | 2-3 days | 1-2 weeks |
| Audit-Ready Timeline | 30-45 days (fast track) | 50-70 days (average) |
| Training Required | Minimal (intuitive UI) | Moderate |
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Real feedback from compliance teams
"We saved over $35,000 compared to Secureframe by going with LowerPlane for our ISO and SOC 2 certifications. The multi-framework mapping alone saved us weeks of work."
"Having a dedicated compliance advisor from day one was game-changing. With Secureframe, that's an add-on. LowerPlane includes it for everyone at a fraction of the cost."
"We went from assessment to audit-ready in 32 days. The 70% questionnaire auto-answer feature saved us countless hours. Much faster than Secureframe's 50-day average."
"The 300+ free integrations sealed the deal. Secureframe only had 150+ and some required upgrades. LowerPlane included everything we needed."
"Secureframe helped us get SOC 2 certified, and the platform is solid. Implementation took about 55 days. It works well, but there are more affordable options now."
"Good platform overall, but adding a second framework cost us an additional $13K/year. Wish they had better multi-framework bundling like some competitors."
"The compliance features are comprehensive. Support was good but we had to pay extra for the dedicated CSM. Standard support was slower than we hoped."
"Solid compliance platform with good integrations (though not as many as some competitors). Just be prepared for the cost if you need multiple frameworks."
We make the transition seamless
Export your existing controls, evidence, and policies from Secureframe. Our team reviews your current compliance state and creates a migration plan.
We automatically import your data into LowerPlane. Our AI maps existing evidence to multi-framework controls, saving you 40+ hours of work.
Your dedicated advisor verifies everything is correct. We schedule a review session and you're live with enhanced multi-framework capabilities.
Free migration support • No downtime • 5-7 day timeline
Common questions about switching
No. We migrate all your control implementations, evidence, and documentation. Your audit progress is preserved. In fact, our multi-framework mapping often accelerates your timeline by identifying control overlaps Secureframe missed.
For companies needing multiple frameworks: Year 1 savings are $17,005 (starter) to $51,000+ (3 frameworks). Over 3 years, you save $51,000-$153,000+ depending on your framework needs. Plus you get a dedicated advisor included.
We understand contracts. We can work with you to plan a migration at your renewal date, or help you analyze the ROI of switching mid-contract. Many customers find the savings justify early switching.
Yes. LowerPlane generates standard readiness reports accepted by all major audit firms including Deloitte, PwC, KPMG, A-LIGN, and others. Your auditor relationships remain intact.
5-7 business days on average. We handle data export, import, mapping, and verification. You're typically live within a week with enhanced multi-framework capabilities.
Most integrations (AWS, GCP, Azure, Okta, GitHub, etc.) are supported by both platforms. We help reconfigure them with LowerPlane. Plus you gain access to 225+ additional integrations Secureframe doesn't offer.
Yes. Secureframe averages ~55% auto-answer. LowerPlane's AI analyzes your evidence across frameworks and pre-fills 70% of questionnaires. For a 100-question SOC 2 readiness assessment, that's 15 fewer questions to answer manually.
Every LowerPlane customer gets a dedicated compliance advisor (not an add-on). You also get <4 hour response times, Slack support, and unlimited expert review sessions. Better support than Secureframe's standard plans.
Absolutely. We offer personalized demos where we can even import a sample of your Secureframe data to show you exactly how LowerPlane would work for your specific compliance needs.
LowerPlane automatically identifies 80-90% control overlap between ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, and PCI-DSS. One piece of evidence satisfies multiple frameworks. Secureframe requires manual mapping across separate framework views.
You need multiple frameworks. If you're pursuing ISO 27001 + SOC 2, or adding HIPAA/GDPR, LowerPlane's multi-framework control mapping and bundled pricing will save you $51,000+ over 3 years compared to Secureframe's per-framework pricing.
Budget matters. At $4,995 vs $22,000 starting price, LowerPlane offers identical core functionality (automated evidence collection, policy generation, continuous monitoring) at 77% lower cost. You get more integrations (300+ vs 150+) and better support (dedicated advisor vs add-on).
You want faster results. LowerPlane's 30-45 day audit-ready timeline vs Secureframe's 50-70 days means you can close deals faster. Our 70% questionnaire auto-answer (vs ~55%) saves your team 8+ hours per framework.
Support is critical. Every LowerPlane customer gets a dedicated compliance advisor from day one. With Secureframe, this is an add-on. When you're racing toward an audit, having an expert on call is invaluable.
You only need one framework. If you're only pursuing SOC 2 or ISO 27001 and have no plans for additional certifications, Secureframe's solid track record and good customer base provide confidence despite the higher price.
Brand recognition matters. Secureframe has a strong reputation and good market presence. If your sales team needs a well-known name on your security page for deals, Secureframe carries credibility.
Budget isn't a constraint. If you're a well-funded company with budget flexibility and you value an established platform over cost savings, Secureframe is a solid choice. Just be prepared for $22,000+ starting price and higher costs for additional frameworks.
For 80% of companies, LowerPlane is the better choice. You get the same core compliance automation capabilities as Secureframe, plus superior multi-framework support, 300+ free integrations, a dedicated advisor, and 70% questionnaire auto-answer - all while saving $51,000+ over 3 years.
Secureframe makes sense if you have a larger budget and only need one framework. But if you're a startup or growth company pursuing multiple certifications, LowerPlane's ROI is hard to beat. The $17,005 Year 1 savings alone could fund a security engineer.
See why companies are switching from Secureframe to LowerPlane for better pricing, faster timelines, and dedicated support.