Vanta vs Thoropass (2026): ISO 42001 Coverage, Pricing, and Verdict
Head to head
| Dimension | Vanta | Thoropass |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | ~€6,000/yr | ~€12,000/yr (bundled) |
| ISO 42001 support | ◐ Partial | ◐ Partial |
| EU AI Act support | ✓ Full | ◐ Partial |
| Frameworks | 6 | 6 |
| Audit support model | Auditor partner network | Audit bundled |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Implementation time | 10–16 weeks | 10–16 weeks |
| Score | 8.4/10 | 7.9/10 |
ISO 42001 coverage
Vanta. ISO 42001 controls available as an add-on framework. Mapping is generated against the published Annex A controls; some clauses require manual evidence.
Thoropass. ISO 42001 framework with integrated audit delivery model. Coverage of Annex A is comprehensive when audit is bundled.
EU AI Act coverage
Vanta. EU AI Act control framework released in 2025. Maps obligations for providers and deployers of high-risk systems.
Thoropass. EU AI Act controls available. Bundled audit option supports formal conformity assessment for high-risk systems.
Pricing
Vanta. Starting at ~€6,000/yr. Single framework, up to 50 employees.
Thoropass. Starting at ~€12,000/yr (bundled). ISO 42001 framework, evidence collection.
Implementation
Vanta. A typical first ISO 42001 implementation runs 12 to 16 weeks from kickoff to audit-ready, assuming a dedicated internal owner. Vanta provides templated policies, control owner assignments, and an audit-ready evidence room. Customers report meaningful time savings on evidence collection compared to spreadsheet-based approaches.
Thoropass. When audit is bundled, total time from kickoff to certification typically runs 16 to 22 weeks. The platform configuration phase is shorter because evidence requirements are pre-aligned with the auditor.
Verdict
Vanta wins on platform maturity, integration catalogue, and EU enterprise procurement signal. Thoropass wins for first-time certifiers without an existing auditor relationship, where bundling the audit removes a significant procurement step.
Our recommendation: Vanta for the primary use case discussed above. The other tool remains a strong choice in the segments listed in its full review.