Vanta, Drata and BCT for SOC 2 Evidence
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Choose a connected platform for ongoing evidence collection and control monitoring. BCT fits a scoped preparation pack using evidence you already supply.
Vanta and Drata both advertise connected evidence collection. Compare their fit with your actual systems and audit workflow. This comparison establishes no performance winner between them.
BCT publishes this comparison. The BCT tool below is free.
| Option | Best for | Published capability | Price scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanta | A team building connected controls with cloud, identity, code, and device integrations | Evidence collection, control mapping, monitoring, and auditor collaboration | Review the selected vendor package. No paid price is compared here. Vanta, checked October 19, 2026 |
| Drata | A team prioritizing evidence reuse and a continuing auditor workspace | Stack evidence collection, control monitoring, alerts, and a separate auditor workspace | Review the selected vendor package. No paid price is compared here. Drata, checked October 19, 2026 |
| BCT SOC 2 evidence readiness pack | A reviewer with licensed criteria and evidence for a declared service and period | Evidence-period matrix, responsibilities, exceptions, and unresolved criteria | Free |
Where BCT fits
The SOC 2 evidence readiness pack organizes supplied evidence against customer-licensed criteria. You select the service boundary, trust categories, report type, and relevant date or period. The tool distinguishes an as-of date from evidence covering a full period.
Where BCT loses
BCT does not continuously monitor your operating stack or automatically collect the evidence. The pack is not a SOC 2 examination report and does not establish that missing evidence exists. An organization seeking an examination must arrange that work separately with an appropriate CPA firm. The AICPA SOC resources explain the assurance-report category.