Choosing between Coalfire and Schellman for compliance automation? Both support SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, while Coalfire also covers HIPAA. This comparison breaks down ratings, pricing, framework coverage, and key differences to help you decide.
Frameworks
Coalfire (4 vs 3)
Starting Price
Tied ($Contact for pricing/mo)
User Rating
Schellman (4.5/5)
4.3/5 (0 reviews)
Founded in 2001, Coalfire is a cybersecurity advisory firm providing audit, assessment, and compliance services for SOC 2, FedRAMP, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and ISO 27001. It holds a strong 4.3/5 rating based on 0 reviews. Headquartered in Westminster, CO. The company has 501-1000 employees. It supports SOC 2, HIPAA, ISO 27001, PCI DSS.
4.5/5 (0 reviews)
Founded in 2009, Schellman is a leading global independent security and privacy compliance assessor offering SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, HITRUST, and FedRAMP assessments. It holds a excellent 4.5/5 rating based on 0 reviews. Headquartered in Tampa, FL. The company has 201-500 employees. It supports SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS.
| Feature | Coalfire | Schellman |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3/5 (0 reviews) | 4.5/5 (0 reviews) |
| Starting Price | Contact for pricing | Contact for pricing |
| Founded | 2001 | 2009 |
| Company Size | 501-1000 | 201-500 |
| Headquarters | Westminster, CO | Tampa, FL |
| Frameworks | 4 | 3 |
| Pricing Plans | 2 | 2 |
| Framework | Coalfire | Schellman |
|---|---|---|
| HIPAA | ||
| ISO 27001 | ||
| PCI DSS | ||
| SOC 2 |
In summary: Schellman edges out on user rating (4.5 vs 4.3). Also, Coalfire supports additional frameworks (HIPAA) that Schellman does not cover. Also, Coalfire has been in the market longer (since 2001), while Schellman (since 2009) 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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