Path Comparison
Compare Certification Paths
Select up to 3 certification paths to compare side-by-side. See the differences in effort, cost, timeline, and benefits.
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Certification Path Comparison
SOC 2 Only
SOC 2 Type II
Single certification focused on US market and enterprise sales.
Timeline
3-4 months
Investment
$25,000 - $40,000
Effort Level
Medium
Best For
US-focused SaaS
Early-stage startups
Quick wins needed
Advantages
- Fastest to achieve
- Lower cost
- Most requested by US customers
Considerations
- Limited international recognition
- Annual audit required
- No formal certification
SOC 2 + ISO 27001
SOC 2 Type II
ISO 27001
The gold standard for global B2B SaaS companies.
Timeline
6-8 months
Investment
$45,000 - $70,000
Effort Level
High
Control Overlap
40% savings
Best For
Global SaaS
Enterprise sales
Multiple markets
Advantages
- Complete global coverage
- 40% control overlap savings
- Maximum trust
Considerations
- Higher initial investment
- More documentation
- Dual maintenance