An honest, vendor-agnostic comparison of the top NIS2 compliance platforms for European SMEs. We compare pricing, features, specialization, and real-world fit — including our own tool, Reglyze.
Full disclosure
Reglyze is our product. We've tried to be fair to competitors, but obviously we're biased. Read critically and try multiple tools before committing.
NIS2-first, AI-powered, transparent pricing starting free.
Broad GRC coverage if you need DORA + NIS2 + GDPR + ISO in one.
Strong EU alternative to Vanta/Drata, especially in DACH.
Ranked by fit for European SMEs needing NIS2 compliance.
Starting price
Free (EUR 49/year Starter)
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Best for: European SMEs who want NIS2 compliance fast, without enterprise sales or EUR 50K consulting bills.
Verdict: If NIS2 is your priority and you want transparent pricing with AI-generated docs, Reglyze is purpose-built for you.
Starting price
~USD 7,500/year
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Best for: US-based or mid-market companies already pursuing SOC 2.
Verdict: Great for multi-framework compliance if budget is not a constraint. Overkill for EU SMEs who only need NIS2.
Starting price
~USD 7,500/year
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Best for: Companies pursuing both SOC 2 and NIS2 with a larger budget.
Verdict: Excellent multi-framework tool, but NIS2 is not its specialty. European SMEs should compare carefully.
Starting price
From EUR 500/month
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Best for: German mid-market companies pursuing ISO 27001 + NIS2 together.
Verdict: Good EU alternative to Vanta/Drata, especially in DACH. Pricier than specialized NIS2 tools.
Starting price
Custom quote only
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Best for: Mid-market companies who need broad GRC coverage and want a single tool for multiple frameworks.
Verdict: Solid all-in-one GRC. Not specialized for NIS2, and opaque pricing creates friction for SMEs.
Starting price
~EUR 310/month per 100 FTE
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Best for: Nordic mid-market companies already using them for GDPR.
Verdict: Respectable multi-framework option, but not NIS2-specialized. Pricing can add up fast.
Starting price
Custom quote
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Best for: Existing Heimdal security customers looking to add a compliance layer.
Verdict: Better known as a security product. NIS2 module is a convenience add-on, not a primary use case.
Starting price
Enterprise only (USD 30K+/year)
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Best for: Large enterprises with dedicated privacy and compliance teams.
Verdict: Enterprise-grade, enterprise-priced. Not an option for SMEs needing NIS2 compliance.
1. Are you NIS2-only or multi-framework? If NIS2 is your main driver, pick a specialist. If you also need ISO 27001, SOC 2, or DORA, consider broader GRC tools.
2. What's your budget? SME-friendly tools (Reglyze) start free or around EUR 49/year. Enterprise tools (Vanta, Drata, OneTrust) start at USD 7,500+/year.
3. Do you need AI-generated documents? Most tools provide templates. Only Reglyze generates tailored policies using AI — saving 40+ hours of writing per policy.
4. Where are you located? Country-specific transposition matters. Tools with localized content (Reglyze, Secfix for DACH, ComplyCloud for Nordics) will save you research time.
5. Can you self-serve or do you need sales? If you want to start today, avoid tools that require a demo. Reglyze and Vanta have self-serve options (though Vanta's is limited).