Scrut Automation Review (2026): ISO 42001, EU AI Act Coverage, and Honest Verdict
Scrut Automation has built a reputation as an accessible, partner-friendly alternative to Vanta and Drata. This review evaluates how its newer ISO 42001 and EU AI Act modules stack up for European buyers.
- ✓Active partner and referral programme
- ✓Aggressive pricing for multi-framework bundles
- ✓70+ integrations across cloud and identity
- ✓Responsive customer success
- ✗Smaller EU audit partner network
- ✗ISO 42001 module is newer than competitors
- ✗Trust centre features are basic
- ✗Limited customisation for complex orgs
ISO 42001 in depth
ISO 42001 control library available with mapping to ISO 27001. Manual evidence required for AI-specific clauses (Annex A.6, A.8).
EU AI Act in depth
EU AI Act control set released in 2025. Provider obligations covered; deployer obligations still expanding.
Framework coverage
| Framework | Coverage |
|---|---|
| ISO 42001 | ◐ Partial |
| EU AI Act | ◐ Partial |
| SOC 2 | ✓ Full |
| ISO 27001 | ✓ Full |
| GDPR | ✓ Full |
| HIPAA | ✓ Full |
| PCI DSS | ✓ Full |
| NIST CSF | ✓ Full |
Features
Scrut provides continuous control monitoring, automated evidence collection, vendor risk, and a trust centre. The ISO 42001 module includes a model inventory, AI risk register, and Annex A control mapping.
Pricing
| Plan | Price | Included |
|---|---|---|
| Startup | ~€5,000/yr | Single framework, up to 50 employees |
| Growth | ~€12,000/yr | Multi-framework, vendor risk, trust centre |
| Enterprise | Custom | SSO, custom workflows, dedicated CSM |
Implementation and audit partners
Typical implementation runs 8 to 12 weeks for a first framework. Multi-framework bundles add 2 to 4 weeks each due to cross-mapping.
Support quality
Email and chat support on all tiers with a 24-hour SLA. Growth and Enterprise tiers include a customer success manager.
Who it is best for
- Teams pursuing SOC 2 and ISO 42001 together
- Consultancies looking for a partner-friendly platform
- Cost-sensitive buyers with multi-framework needs
Who should look elsewhere
- Enterprises with deep customisation needs
- Teams requiring a mature EU AI Act module today
Alternatives
If Scrut Automation does not fit your requirements, consider: Sprinto, Vanta, Drata.
Frequently asked questions
Final verdict
Scrut is a competitive option for growth-stage teams who want broad framework coverage without enterprise pricing. Its active partner and referral programme make it attractive to consultancies and MSPs reselling compliance automation.