AISEC vs Drata: ISO 27001 Compliance Automation Compared

Drata is one of the most recognised names in compliance automation, widely used by US SaaS companies pursuing SOC 2 and ISO 27001. AISEC takes a different approach: rather than supporting every framework at moderate depth, it goes deep on ISO 27001:2022 with AI-native ISMS management. If you are evaluating both for an ISO 27001 programme, this comparison will help you decide.

Platform Overview

Drata was built to automate SOC 2 evidence collection and has expanded into a multi-framework trust platform supporting ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, GDPR, and others. Its architecture centres on continuous control monitoring — connecting to 200+ integrations to track control compliance in real time. It is a mature, well-resourced platform with strong US enterprise traction.

AISEC is an AI-native ISMS platform built specifically for ISO 27001:2022. It covers every stage of the certification lifecycle: gap analysis, AI policy generation, Annex A control tracking, ISO 27005 risk register, Statement of Applicability, evidence collection, and audit management. It is purpose-built for UK and international organisations where ISO 27001 is the primary standard.

Feature Comparison

Where AISEC Has the Edge

• ISO 27001:2022 precision: AISEC is built around the 2022 revision from the ground up, including the 4 Annex A attribute themes and the 11 net-new controls. Drata's ISO 27001 support is mapped from a SOC 2-based control framework, which introduces abstraction that can frustrate ISO-specific auditors.
• AI-generated ISMS policies: AISEC uses AI to draft policies directly against ISO 27001 clause and Annex A control requirements. Drata provides document templates but does not generate policy content based on your environment and scope.
• Statement of Applicability: A mandatory ISO 27001 deliverable that Drata does not generate natively. AISEC produces the SoA automatically as controls are assessed and assigned scope decisions.
• Transparent, GBP pricing: AISEC publishes its prices in GBP. Drata requires a sales conversation to get pricing, which typically comes in at a premium suitable for funded US companies but harder to justify for UK SMEs.
• ISMS maintenance focus: AISEC is designed for ongoing ISMS operation — continuous evidence collection, annual review workflows, and PDCA cycle management — not just initial certification.

Where Drata Has the Edge

• Integration breadth: 200+ connectors. If your team's evidence is spread across dozens of SaaS tools, Drata can pull it all automatically. AISEC covers 14 core integrations with cloud and development tooling.
• SOC 2 expertise: If you need SOC 2 Type II as your primary deliverable — common for US enterprise sales — Drata's SOC 2 support is among the most mature in the market.
• Ecosystem maturity: Drata has a large partner network of auditors, security advisors, and implementation consultants, particularly in the US.
• Multi-framework breadth: For teams running SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, and PCI DSS simultaneously, Drata's unified platform reduces duplication across frameworks.

Total Cost of Ownership

Drata's pricing is not published and typically varies significantly by company size, number of frameworks, and integrations required. Reported pricing commonly falls between $1,500 and $3,000+ per month for growth-stage companies, with enterprise deals substantially higher. Implementation and onboarding costs are additional.

AISEC publishes prices in GBP: £299/month for Starter (up to 3 users) and £799/month for Growth (up to 15 users). Enterprise pricing is custom. Annual billing gives 2 months free. For UK-based organisations pursuing ISO 27001, the total cost of ownership is materially lower.

Which Should You Choose?

Choose AISEC if: ISO 27001:2022 is your primary standard, you are based in the UK or pursuing international certification, you want AI-assisted policy generation and a complete ISMS platform, and you need transparent and affordable pricing. AISEC is the better fit for startups, SMEs, and growth-stage companies where budget and ISO 27001 depth both matter.

Choose Drata if: you need SOC 2 as your primary framework, you are a US-facing SaaS business, your evidence is distributed across 50+ tools requiring automated collection, or you have the budget for a premium platform and need its partner ecosystem.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does AISEC integrate with the same tools as Drata?

AISEC integrates with AWS, Azure, GCP, GitHub, Jira, Slack, Microsoft Teams, Okta, Datadog, CrowdStrike, and others — covering the core cloud and development toolchain. Drata supports 200+ integrations, which is an advantage if your evidence spans many SaaS platforms.

Can I use AISEC alongside a Drata evaluation?

Yes. AISEC offers a guided early access programme where you can explore the platform with your own cloud environment. This makes side-by-side evaluation straightforward.

What if I need ISO 27001 and SOC 2?

AISEC is ISO 27001 first, with SOC 2 on the roadmap. If you need both today, speak to CipherFort's team — there may be a combined platform and advisory engagement that covers both frameworks without requiring two separate tools.

Summary

For UK and international organisations where ISO 27001:2022 is the goal, AISEC offers deeper framework coverage, AI-native policy generation, and significantly more transparent pricing than Drata. Drata's breadth of integrations and SOC 2 maturity make it a strong choice for US-facing multi-framework programmes — but for ISO 27001 as a primary objective, AISEC is the more purpose-built solution.