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xGRC Ascend vs RiskNow
Both stand on internal controls software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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xGRC Ascend brings listed governance, risk, and compliance tasks into a web-based service. The main choice is between Delegate’s focused workflow and Standard’s full module set.
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RiskNow provides a cloud workspace for core risk and compliance activities. Its three plans are differentiated mainly by organization size, storage, and framework counts, with pricing available only by inquiry.
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| xGRC Ascend | RiskNow | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | No | No |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Web | Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Delegate: A$24 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | xgrc.io | risknow.com |
| On internal controls software | #56 of 65 | #52 of 65 |
xGRC Ascend: what it does well
- Supports control testing and evidence collection
- Includes issue remediation and framework mapping
- Standard provides every listed module
- Unlimited notifications and reminders
- Delegate includes priority customer support
What to know first
- No free plan
- Pricing rises as seat count grows
- Delegate is scoped to own responsibilities
- Standard starts at A$59 a month
RiskNow: what it does well
- Cloud deployment
- Control testing supported
- Evidence collection supported
- Issue remediation tools
- Framework mapping included
What to know first
- No free plan
- Enterprise allowances are unspecified
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