Head-to-head
SecurityMetrics vs ControlCase: PCI DSS assessment compared
SecurityMetrics competes on the bundled SMB program; ControlCase competes on fixed-fee predictability for the mid-market.
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| Fact | SecurityMetrics | ControlCase |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Orem, Utah | United States (global offices) |
| Founded | 2000 | 2004 |
| Firm type | PCI-focused compliance company (QSA company and ASV) | Compliance assessment and managed-compliance firm (QSA company) |
| ROC planning range | $15K–$75K (published planning range (Sept 2026)) | $15K–$75K (published planning range (Sept 2026)) |
| Typical fieldwork window | 4–8 wk | 4–8 wk |
| Frameworks (per firm) | PCI DSS, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR | PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, HITRUST |
Choose SecurityMetrics if…
You want bundled ASV scanning, SAQ support, and QSA assessment from one SMB-focused vendor. Full SecurityMetrics profile →
Choose ControlCase if…
You want fixed-fee, technology-driven PCI assessments for mid-market merchants and service providers. Full ControlCase profile →
Independent directory note. Facts compiled from the firms' public materials, verified September 2026. Not an endorsement, not a paid placement. Planning ranges are not quotes.
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