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SOC 2 vs Other Frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI-DSS): A SaaS Compliance Comparison (2025)

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By LegrescaTech Expert & Industry Thought Leader
📅Apr 23, 2025
⏱️14 min read
🏷️Security & Compliance
SOC 2 vs Other Frameworks (ISO 27001, GDPR, PCI-DSS): A SaaS Compliance Comparison (2025)
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Frequently Asked Questions

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No. SOC 2 addresses operational controls, while each framework/regulation serves a specific purpose and may be required depending on data, geography, and client needs.

SOC 2 is typically prioritized for U.S. client trust, ISO 27001 for global credibility, GDPR for EU data protection, and PCI-DSS for payment security.

SOC 2 is audit-driven with criteria-specific controls; ISO 27001 establishes a continuous ISMS across the organization.

SOC 2 controls can support GDPR alignment, especially for privacy and confidentiality, but do not replace GDPR legal requirements.

Yes. By mapping overlapping controls and processes, SaaS companies can efficiently meet multiple compliance requirements without redundancy.

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