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Platform Comparison

GRCTrack vs Drata

Honest PCI DSS compliance platform comparison. Feature matrix, pricing, strengths, and which platform fits your needs.

12
Features Compared
9
GRCTrack Advantages
$5,000+
Drata Starting Price

At a Glance

PCI-First

GRCTrack

Founded2024
HeadquartersUnited Kingdom
Primary FocusPCI DSS v4.0.1
PCI SupportFull
Starting Price$149/year
AI Engines7 specialised engines
Frameworks10 supported

Drata

Founded2020
HeadquartersSan Diego, USA
Primary FocusSOC 2, ISO 27001
PCI SupportPartial
Starting Price$5,000+/year
Pricing ModelPer-framework, annual contract
Frameworks5+ supported

Feature-by-Feature Comparison

12 features evaluated across PCI compliance, AI, training, and platform capabilities.

✅Full support
◐Partial support
✗Not supported
FeatureGRCTrackDrataNotes
PCI DSS v4.0.1 depth✅◐GRCTrack provides assessment-grade PCI mapping; Drata offers broader but shallower PCI coverage.
QSA marketplace✅✗Drata has auditor partnerships but no self-service QSA marketplace.
Guided assessment wizard✅✗GRCTrack has SAQ-type-specific guided workflows.
AI engines✅◐7 specialised engines vs Drata's general AI compliance assistant.
Phishing simulation✅✗Built-in phishing with human risk scoring.
Training & awareness✅✗Full LMS vs third-party training integrations.
Evidence automation✅✅Both strong; Drata has 100+ integrations.
Gap detection✅✅Similar capabilities; GRCTrack adds PCI-specific remediation.
Acquirer features✅✗Dedicated acquirer command centre.
White-label✅✗Full white-label branding.
Multi-framework breadth✅✅Drata supports 14+ frameworks; GRCTrack supports 10 with PCI depth.
Pricing transparency✅✗Published pricing vs sales-call required.

Where Drata Wins

  • +Strong integration ecosystem (100+)
  • +Clean, intuitive UI
  • +Growing trust center feature
  • +Good for multi-framework GRC

Where GRCTrack Wins

  • +Built by QSAs for PCI
  • +Integrated QSA marketplace
  • +Phishing + training built-in
  • +Acquirer features
  • +90%+ lower entry price
  • +SAQ-specific workflows

Which Platform Is Right for You?

Choose Drata if...

Mid-market companies needing SOC 2 and ISO 27001 automation with a clean user experience.

Choose GRCTrack if...

Organisations where PCI DSS is the primary compliance driver and need QSA-grade assessment support.

Our Verdict

Drata excels at SOC 2 and ISO 27001 automation with a polished UX. For PCI DSS compliance specifically, GRCTrack offers deeper requirement mapping, built-in training and phishing, and an integrated QSA marketplace at a fraction of the price.

Comparison based on publicly available information as of January 2025. We encourage you to verify directly with each vendor. Platform names are trademarks of their respective owners. GRCTrack is not affiliated with Drata Inc..

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is GRCTrack better than Drata for PCI?
For PCI DSS specifically, GRCTrack offers deeper support with QSA-built requirement mapping, SAQ-specific workflows, breach case studies, and an integrated QSA marketplace. Drata is stronger for SOC 2 and ISO 27001.
Does Drata support PCI DSS v4.0.1?
Drata offers PCI DSS support as part of its multi-framework platform, but with less depth than purpose-built PCI platforms. It covers major requirements but may lack sub-requirement detail.
Which is cheaper, GRCTrack or Drata?
GRCTrack starts at $149/year. Drata typically starts at $5,000+/year. For PCI compliance, GRCTrack is significantly more affordable.