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Vanta pricing varies by team size and features, ranging from $10K to $80K per year in 2026. Your actual cost depends on the tier you choose, contract length, and negotiated discounts.

Use the interactive pricing calculator to estimate your exact cost based on team size and requirements.

  • Free tier: No free tier available
  • Billing: Monthly and annual (save 15-20%)
  • Hidden costs: Add ~35% for implementation, support, and training
Last verified: January 2026 | Sources: 8 pricing pages and reviews
+40-60% above list price

Hidden Costs Breakdown

1

Framework add-on fees: $5,000-$15,000 per additional framework to unlock framework mapping capabilities

2

Bundled penetration testing: $4,000-$10,000 required for certain compliance frameworks like SOC 2 Type 2

3

Device-based pricing increases: Cost scales with number of monitored devices, can add $5,000-$20,000 annually

4

Implementation and onboarding: $10,000-$30,000 for enterprise deployments with custom setup

5

Premium support tier: Additional 15-20% of license cost annually for 24/7 support beyond standard hours

6

Renewal price increases: Costs can jump 15-25% at renewal, especially when adding frameworks or growing team size

7

Consultant fees: Many companies hire Vanta-certified consultants at $150-$300/hour to accelerate certification

8

Auditor fees: External audit costs ($8,000-$25,000) not included in Vanta pricing, required annually for SOC 2

9

Integration costs: Complex integrations with legacy systems may require $5,000-$15,000 in custom development

10

Training and enablement: Additional training sessions beyond standard onboarding cost $2,000-$5,000 per session

Example: True Cost for 25 Users

License (25 × $30000 × 12) $9,000,000/yr
Implementation (one-time) +$15,000–$50,000
Premium Support (20%) +$1,800,000/yr
Training (25 × $500) +$12,500
Admin (part-time) +$15,000–$25,000/yr
Year 1 Total $13,525,000–$14,460,000
That's 1.8–2.5× the advertised license price.

Frequently Asked Questions

01 What hidden costs should I budget for with Vanta?

Beyond the license fee, budget for implementation ($5K-$100K+), training ($500-$2K per user), premium support (15-20% of license), and admin costs. Most companies see 40-60% higher total cost than the listed price.

02 Does Vanta charge for implementation?

Vanta doesn't include implementation in the license cost. Implementation is typically done by partners and costs range from $5,000 for basic setup to $100,000+ for enterprise deployments with customization.

03 How much does Vanta support cost?

Basic support is included, but premium support (faster response times, 24/7 availability) typically adds 15-20% to your annual contract. This can be thousands of dollars per year for larger deployments.

04 Are there storage costs with Vanta?

Most Vanta plans include limited storage. Once you exceed the included amount, you'll pay overage fees which can range from $50-$500+ per month depending on data volume.

05 What add-ons cost extra with Vanta?

Many features marketed as part of Vanta are actually add-ons: advanced reporting, API access, integrations, and specialized modules. Each can add $10-$100+ per user per month.

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