Cost & timeline
How much does a SOC 2 Type 2 audit cost in 2026?
Type 2 fees span from roughly $15K to six figures. Here's what actually drives the number.
The range
Boutique firms start around $15K; national firms sit in the mid five figures; Big Four engagements reach six figures. Tier is the biggest single driver.
What moves it
Added frameworks, company size and complexity, and whether a penetration test is bundled all raise the fee.
Getting a real number
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