Choosing between AuditBoard and Diligent for compliance automation? Both support SOC 2, ISO 27001, while AuditBoard also covers PCI DSS and Diligent also covers GDPR, HIPAA, NIST CSF. This comparison breaks down ratings, pricing, framework coverage, and key differences to help you decide.
Frameworks
Diligent (5 vs 3)
Starting Price
Tied ($Contact for pricing/mo)
User Rating
AuditBoard (4.5/5)
4.5/5 (0 reviews)
Founded in 2014, AuditBoard transforms how audit, risk, ESG, and compliance professionals manage their programs. Enterprise-grade platform for SOC 2, ISO 27001, and more. It holds a excellent 4.5/5 rating based on 0 reviews. Headquartered in Cerritos, CA. The company has 501-1000 employees. It supports SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS.
4.2/5 (0 reviews)
Founded in 2001, Diligent provides a modern GRC platform combining board management, risk oversight, compliance management, and ESG reporting. The platform connects board-level governance with operational risk and compliance through an integrated suite trusted by thousands of organizations worldwide. It holds a strong 4.2/5 rating based on 0 reviews. Headquartered in New York, NY. The company has 1000+ employees. It supports SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, NIST CSF.
| Feature | AuditBoard | Diligent |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.5/5 (0 reviews) | 4.2/5 (0 reviews) |
| Starting Price | Contact for pricing | Contact for pricing |
| Founded | 2014 | 2001 |
| Company Size | 501-1000 | 1000+ |
| Headquarters | Cerritos, CA | New York, NY |
| Frameworks | 3 | 5 |
| Pricing Plans | 2 | 3 |
| Framework | AuditBoard | Diligent |
|---|---|---|
| GDPR | ||
| HIPAA | ||
| ISO 27001 | ||
| NIST CSF | ||
| PCI DSS | ||
| SOC 2 |
In summary: AuditBoard edges out on user rating (4.5 vs 4.2). Also, Diligent supports additional frameworks (GDPR, HIPAA, NIST CSF) that AuditBoard does not cover. Also, Diligent has been in the market longer (since 2001), while AuditBoard (since 2014) brings a more modern approach. Ultimately, the best choice depends on your organization's specific compliance requirements, team size, and budget. We recommend requesting demos from both vendors before committing.
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