HAIEC vs OneTrust
OneTrust is the enterprise privacy giant ($50K+/year). HAIEC is the AI compliance specialist ($99/assessment). Different markets, different solutions.
Choose HAIEC if you are:
- A startup or SMB (under 500 employees)
- Focused on AI-specific compliance
- Need EU AI Act, NYC LL144, ISO 42001
- Budget-conscious (can't afford $50K+/year)
- Want self-service, no implementation team
Choose OneTrust if you are:
- A large enterprise (1000+ employees)
- Need comprehensive privacy program
- Require cookie consent management
- Need vendor risk management
- Have budget for enterprise software
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
| Feature | HAIEC | OneTrust |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $99/assessment | $50,000+/year |
| Target Market | Startups, SMBs, AI companies | Large enterprises (1000+ employees) |
| Implementation Time | 30 minutes | 6-12 months |
| AI-Specific Compliance | Core focus (EU AI Act, NYC LL144, ISO 42001) | Add-on module |
| Privacy Management | GDPR assessment | Full privacy program (GDPR, CCPA, global) |
| Cookie Consent | Not included | Industry-leading solution |
| Data Mapping | Not included | Comprehensive data discovery |
| Vendor Risk Management | Not included | Full third-party risk platform |
| Free Tools | LawFinder, Risk Assessment, Compliance Check | Limited free tier |
| Contract Required | No (pay per assessment) | Multi-year enterprise contract |
| Self-Service | Fully self-service | Requires implementation team |
Pricing Comparison
HAIEC
Startup-friendly pricing
No contract. No implementation fees. Start in minutes.
OneTrust
Enterprise pricing
Multi-year contracts. 6-12 month implementation.
Bottom line: A startup could run HAIEC for 10+ years for the cost of one year of OneTrust.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HAIEC a good OneTrust alternative?
HAIEC is an excellent OneTrust alternative for startups and SMBs focused on AI compliance. OneTrust is designed for large enterprises with complex privacy programs, costing $50,000-$500,000+ annually. HAIEC provides AI-specific compliance (EU AI Act, NYC LL144, ISO 42001) starting at $99. If you're a startup or mid-size company needing AI compliance without enterprise complexity, HAIEC is the better fit.
How much cheaper is HAIEC compared to OneTrust?
HAIEC is 99%+ cheaper than OneTrust for most use cases. OneTrust enterprise contracts typically start at $50,000/year and can exceed $500,000 for large organizations. HAIEC assessments start at $99 with no annual commitment. For a startup needing AI compliance, HAIEC can save $49,000+ in the first year alone.
Does OneTrust support AI compliance regulations?
OneTrust has added AI governance modules, but they're typically sold as expensive add-ons to existing enterprise contracts. HAIEC was built specifically for AI compliance from day one, offering dedicated support for EU AI Act, NYC Local Law 144, Colorado AI Act, and ISO 42001 at startup-friendly prices.
When should I choose OneTrust over HAIEC?
Choose OneTrust if you're a large enterprise (1000+ employees) needing comprehensive privacy management, cookie consent, data mapping, vendor risk management, and global privacy compliance across dozens of jurisdictions. OneTrust is the industry leader for enterprise privacy programs. Choose HAIEC if you're a startup or SMB focused on AI compliance.
Can a startup afford OneTrust?
OneTrust is generally not affordable for startups. Their enterprise pricing starts at $50,000+/year with multi-year commitments. They do offer a limited free tier for cookie consent, but full compliance features require enterprise contracts. HAIEC is designed for startups with pay-per-assessment pricing starting at $99.
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