General summary
UpGuard delivers powerful, integrated tools for automated third-party monitoring, in-depth risk assessment and remediation, and one-click reporting.
By combining actionable insights with built-in risk management workflows, UpGuard helps organizations maintain comprehensive oversight of their supply chain security posture and equips them with the necessary tools to shut down emerging risks rapidly.
Key strengths
UpGuard's licensing model and efficient learning curve offer best-in-class time to value and program efficiency.
Key weaknesses
Its strengths in cybersecurity and continuous monitoring ensure strong TPCRM capabilities, but those seeking an all-encompassing governance solution (e.g., covering environmental or privacy regulations) might benefit from additional integrations.
Usability and learning curve
UpGuard's platform architecture is designed from the ground up to deliver a quick and shallow adoption curve. UpGuard's clean and intuitive interface ensures ease of ongoing operation and rapid pick-up from new staff members as needed.
Cyber risk data accuracy
Cybersecurity experts manually review all internal and vendor data leaks to remove false positives. Data leak insights are also supported with comprehensive contextualization for targeted and timely remediation responses.
Vendor risk management features
Attack surface management features
Security ratings
UpGuard's objective and transparent approach helps CISOs, security teams, and stakeholders reliably gauge a vendor’s actual security posture in near-real time.
Customer support
Workflow automation
Custom notifications simplify tracking of critical events and prompting of important follow-up actions.
The platform also facilitates automatic vendor tiering, labeling, and custom attributes based on questionnaire responses for faster vendor onboarding and improved TPRM scalability.
Artificial intelligence features
AI evidence analysis combined with automated scanning immediately uncovers control gaps and risks. Each finding is accompanied by transparent, traceable citations so security teams can quickly verify sources and take action.
AI-generated risk assessment reports, which are typically produced in under a minute, help organizations rapidly communicate risks with stakeholders. This results in faster decision-making, more accurate and consistent reporting, and significantly reduced manual workloads.
API and Integrations
Streamlines remediation and monitoring by natively integrating with Jira, Service Now, and Slack.
Purchasing & Licensing Transparency
Also provides free access to an AI-powered vendor questionnaire management tool, Trust Exchange.
Pricing starts at USD 1,599 / month.
A 14-day free trial for paid plans is also available.
Customers
To learn more, read UpGuard’s customer stories.
G2 rating
Security rating
General summary
Key strengths
Key weaknesses
Usability and learning curve
Cyber risk data accuracy
Vendor risk management features
Attack surface management features
Security ratings
Customer support
Workflow automation
Artificial intelligence features
API and Integrations
Purchasing & Licensing Transparency
Customers
G2 rating
Security rating
General summary
UpGuard delivers powerful, integrated tools for automated third-party monitoring, in-depth risk assessment and remediation, and one-click reporting.
By combining actionable insights with built-in risk management workflows, UpGuard helps organizations maintain comprehensive oversight of their supply chain security posture and equips them with the necessary tools to shut down emerging risks rapidly.
Key strengths
UpGuard's licensing model and efficient learning curve offer best-in-class time to value and program efficiency.
Key weaknesses
Its strengths in cybersecurity and continuous monitoring ensure strong TPCRM capabilities, but those seeking an all-encompassing governance solution (e.g., covering environmental or privacy regulations) might benefit from additional integrations.
Usability and learning curve
UpGuard's platform architecture is designed from the ground up to deliver a quick and shallow adoption curve. UpGuard's clean and intuitive interface ensures ease of ongoing operation and rapid pick-up from new staff members as needed.
Cyber risk data accuracy
Cybersecurity experts manually review all internal and vendor data leaks to remove false positives. Data leak insights are also supported with comprehensive contextualization for targeted and timely remediation responses.
Vendor risk management features
Attack surface management features
Security ratings
UpGuard's objective and transparent approach helps CISOs, security teams, and stakeholders reliably gauge a vendor’s actual security posture in near-real time.
Customer support
Workflow automation
Custom notifications simplify tracking of critical events and prompting of important follow-up actions.
The platform also facilitates automatic vendor tiering, labeling, and custom attributes based on questionnaire responses for faster vendor onboarding and improved TPRM scalability.
Artificial intelligence features
AI evidence analysis combined with automated scanning immediately uncovers control gaps and risks. Each finding is accompanied by transparent, traceable citations so security teams can quickly verify sources and take action.
AI-generated risk assessment reports, which are typically produced in under a minute, help organizations rapidly communicate risks with stakeholders. This results in faster decision-making, more accurate and consistent reporting, and significantly reduced manual workloads.
API and Integrations
Streamlines remediation and monitoring by natively integrating with Jira, Service Now, and Slack.
Purchasing & Licensing Transparency
Also provides free access to an AI-powered vendor questionnaire management tool, Trust Exchange.
Pricing starts at USD 1,599 / month.
A 14-day free trial for paid plans is also available.
Customers
To learn more, read UpGuard’s customer stories.
G2 rating
General summary
Key strengths
Key weaknesses
Usability and learning curve
Cyber risk data accuracy
Vendor risk management features
Attack surface management features
Security ratings
Customer support
Workflow automation
Artificial intelligence features
API and Integrations
Purchasing & Licensing Transparency
Customers
G2 rating
Security rating
General summary
Key strengths
Key weaknesses
Usability and learning curve
Cyber risk data accuracy
Vendor risk management features
Attack surface management features
Security ratings
Customer support
Workflow automation
Artificial intelligence features
API and Integrations
Purchasing & Licensing Transparency
Customers
G2 rating
Security rating
General summary
Key strengths
Key weaknesses
Usability and learning curve
Cyber risk data accuracy
Vendor risk management features
Attack surface management features
Security ratings
Customer support
Workflow automation
Artificial intelligence features
API and Integrations
Purchasing & Licensing Transparency
Customers
G2 rating
Security rating
A transparent comparison of top solutions

SecurityScorecard pricing overview
SecurityScorecard's pricing is structured into multiple tiers designed to serve a range of organizations—from those needing basic self‐monitoring to large enterprises requiring comprehensive third‐party risk and supply chain management.
SecurityScorecard does not publicly disclose its pricing. Prospects need to book a demo of the product and speak with a sales representative to receive a quote.
Here's an overview of SecurityScorecard's plans and services:
Free plan
Includes a 14-day trial of Business Plan features, real-time visibility into your organization’s internet-facing assets, and a basic security rating snapshot. Limited to self-monitoring with no vendor tracking.
Free trial
SecurityScorecard offers a 14-day free trial of its Business Plan features like monitoring up to 5 companies, daily alerts, and integrations. Converts to the limited Free Plan post-trial unless upgraded.
Business plan
Covers monitoring up to 5 companies (e.g., your organization plus four vendors), daily alerts, basic API access, and integrations (e.g., Slack, Jira). Aimed at small to mid-sized businesses with basic TPRM needs.
Enterprise plan
Includes a custom number of monitored scorecards (e.g., 50–200+ vendors), advanced features like automated compliance frameworks, proactive alerting, and a dedicated Customer Success Manager.
MAX
MAX is a premium, hands‑on offering where a dedicated team works closely with you and your vendors to monitor and actively remediate supply chain security risks. In addition to the Enterprise plan's features, MAX includes comprehensive board‑level reporting and prioritized support from a dedicated customer success manager.
SSC's MAX managed service packages are divided into three pricing tiers: MAX Siver, MAX Gold, and MAX Platnum. As with the Enterprise tier, MAX pricing is customized to your organization’s specific needs, and you must contact sales to obtain a quote.
Add-ons and additional costs
The following additional features and services could increase costs:
- Additional Monitored Scorecards: Pricing scales with the number of entities (vendors, subsidiaries) monitored beyond the base package.
- MAX Managed Service: A premium add-on for supply chain detection and response, including proactive threat hunting and vendor remediation support.
- Advanced Analytics and Reporting: Features like Attack Surface Intelligence (ASI) for software-specific vulnerabilities or custom compliance mapping (e.g., NIST, GDPR) may be premium add-ons, especially in Enterprise plans.
- API and Integrations: Additional fees could apply to advanced or high-volume API usage (e.g., for SIEM/SOAR integrations).
- Threat Intelligence: Enhanced breach or threat data may add costs for non-enterprise users.
How does SecurityScorecard's pricing compare to its competitors?
UpGuard
UpGuard's pricing starts at USD 1,599 per month. ROI is maximized with natively integrated end-to-end TPRM workflows - a key differentiator that saves users from paying for additional tools to fill TPRM process gaps.
It also offers:
- Free access to the platform for monitoring up to five vendors, where you also get access to risk ratings and assessment and remediation workflows.
- Unlimited free access to its vendor questionnaire and trust management tool, Trust Exchange
- A 14-day free trial for paid tiers.
For more details, visit UpGuard's pricing page.
Bitsight
Bitsight does not publicly disclose its pricing but is reportedly in the premium segment. Although a free trial is not offered, they offer a free security rating and industry benchmark report.
Third-party risk management enhancements—such as automated vendor remediation workflows or integrations with external platforms like ServiceNow or OneTrust—can elevate subscription costs. Additional costs are also tied to Bitsight's managed service tiers (Low, Medium, or High Touch), each featuring different degrees of hands-on support.
Learn more about Bitsight's pricing.
RiskRecon
RIskRecon does not publicly disclose its pricing. Costs are reportedly dependent on the number of vendors being monitored. The company offers a 30-day free trial that covers monitoring up to 50 vendors. Once the trial concludes, users are automatically upgraded to a 12-month paid subscription unless a written cancelation notice is provided at least 15 days prior to the trial's end.
After the first year, RiskRecon's annual fees can rise by the higher of 3% or the Consumer Price Index.
Learn more about RiskRecon's pricing.
OneTrust
OneTrust does not publicly disclose its pricing. A free trial is not offered.
Add-ons, such as Vendorpedia (a third-party risk management module), Data Mapping Automation, or advanced Privacy Requests/DSAR Automation, can increase monthly fees. Specialized solutions—such as Mobile App Consent, OTT/CTV Consent, or AI Governance—may be sold separately and often priced according to usage volume (e.g., the number of data records or transactions).
OneTrust also reportedly charges an implementation fee.
Learn more about OneTrust's pricing.
Black Kite
Black Kite does not publically disclose any pricing information. Black Kite does not charge extra for essential services like onboarding, configuration, or additional user licenses. Instead, the pricing is customized based on an organization's requirements, ensuring cost certainty without unexpected fees.
Upgrading to advanced threat intelligence feeds, adopting the Bridge™feature for deep-dive analytics, or leveraging specialized modules for supply chain risk can rapidly increase the subscription total. Similarly, if your vendor ecosystem expands, extra charges may apply.
Black Kite does not publically offer a free trial, but they do offer a free cyber risk assessment.
Learn more about Black Kite's pricing.
Vanta
Vanta does not disclose any pricing information. A free plan and a free trial are not offered. TPRM programs needing to track compliance across multiple standards will need to pay for each additional framework beyond the basic offering of a single standard, such as ISO 27001. The platform does not natively support the entire TPRM lifecycle, so users will have to invest in additional tools to build an end-to-end TPRM workflow.
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