Achieving SOC 2 compliance shouldn’t mean juggling multiple vendors or deciphering vague quotes. With TrustNet’s Accelerator+™ Approach, you get one integrated engagement that combines Advisory, Automation, and Audit — giving you complete visibility, faster results, and predictable pricing.
Our end-to-end SOC 2 packages provide clear investment ranges based on your organization’s size and complexity. Whether you’re a growing startup, a mid-market leader, or a global enterprise, TrustNet helps you achieve compliance efficiently while maximizing long-term value.
End-to-End SOC 2 Pricing at a Glance
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Organization Size
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Estimated Investment (Advisory + Automation + Audit)
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What’s Included
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Small Businesses
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$23,000 – $43,000
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Full readiness advisory, GhostWatch™ automation, and AICPA-accredited SOC 2 audit
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Mid-Size Businesses
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$30,000 – $60,000
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Risk assessments, phased compliance roadmap, GhostWatch™ automation, and Type 1 & Type 2 audits
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Large Enterprises
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$40,000 – $100,000+
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Enterprise-scale audits, multi-location compliance, framework integration, and automation for complex environments
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Why the End-to-End Approach Matters
Traditional SOC 2 projects often split Advisory, Automation, and Audit services across multiple providers, leading to longer timelines, communication gaps, and unpredictable costs.
TrustNet’s unified Accelerator+™ Approach solves these challenges by:
- Aligning all phases under one project roadmap and delivery team
- Reducing time to compliance through integrated execution
- Ensuring consistency across readiness, automation, and audit outcomes
- Providing predictable pricing and measurable efficiency gains
Your Small Business: Tailoring SOC 2 Costs
Estimated Investment: $23,000 – $43,000
For startups and smaller organizations, achieving SOC 2 compliance can seem daunting. TrustNet’s Accelerator+™ model streamlines every phase, from advisory to audit, so you can demonstrate trust and security without overextending your resources.
What Influences Your Investment
- Company complexity and number of systems
- Report type (Type 1 vs. Type 2)
- Inclusion of additional Trust Services Criteria
How TrustNet Helps
- Ready-made templates and proven workflows for faster readiness
- GhostWatch™ automation that eliminates manual evidence collection
- Dedicated project team guiding you from start to finish
Your Mid-Market Company: Balancing SOC 2 Needs and Budget
Estimated Investment: $30,000 – $60,000
- Broader operations and cross-team coordination
- Multiple trust criteria (availability, confidentiality, etc.)
- Engagement with sub-service providers
- Early risk assessments to right-size audit scope
- GhostWatch™ automation for continuous readiness
- Phased compliance roadmap to control spend
- Staff enablement that builds in-house security maturity
Take the complexity out of SOC 2 with TrustNet’s GhostWatch™ Managed Compliance Platform.
Your Enterprise: Managing Complex SOC 2 Compliance Investments
What Influences Your Investment
- Global operations and multiple compliance frameworks
- Extensive data environments and integrations
- Coordination across diverse business units
- AICPA-accredited auditors ensure credible, enterprise-grade assurance
- Integration with frameworks like ISO, NIST, and HITRUST
- Centralized compliance management via GhostWatch™
- Continuous automation and monitoring for long-term efficiency
Strategic Planning for SOC 2 Compliance
SOC 2 compliance costs vary widely depending on business size. These variations are influenced by factors such as company complexity, scope of compliance, and vendor selection.
With the Accelerator+™ Approach, You Can:
- Conduct risk assessments early to define scope and budget
- Use standardized processes to accelerate readiness
- Collaborate directly with AICPA-accredited auditors for smoother execution
Don’t overspend on SOC 2. TrustNet streamlines compliance and cuts unnecessary costs. Get Your Personalized SOC 2 Pricing Breakdown today.
FAQs About SOC 2 Pricing
Accelerator+ is TrustNet’s unified SOC 2 delivery model that combines Advisory, Automation, and Audit under one engagement for speed, consistency, and predictable cost.
Many companies start with a Type 1 report because it’s faster and less costly. This provides proof of system design to clients while you prepare for a more detailed Type 2 later. TrustNet helps you decide which path is best based on your goals and budget.
SOC 2 can feel expensive, but TrustNet offers scalable options. Our GhostWatch™ Managed Compliance platform helps reduce costs by automating evidence collection and audit prep. We also provide phased approaches to spread investment over time.
A Type 1 report can be completed in a few months. A Type 2 usually takes 6–12 months. TrustNet accelerates the process with compliance templates, automation, and hands-on guidance to keep you on schedule.
SOC 2 reports must be issued by a licensed CPA firm. As an AICPA-accredited audit firm, TrustNet not only conducts the audit but also supports you throughout preparation to ensure you avoid costly mistakes.
Yes. Many enterprise clients require SOC 2 as a condition of doing business. Beyond compliance, it builds trust, strengthens your security posture, and opens doors to new contracts.
