AIC vs BeyondTrust: CMMC Alternatives, Pricing, and Reviews
Head-to-head Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) comparison: Analog Informatics Corporation (AIC) versus BeyondTrust Password Safe and Privileged Remote Access. BeyondTrust sells vault, remote access, and endpoint privilege as separate suites. AIC Level 2 is one invoice. Enterprise head-to-head is AIC vs BeyondTrust. The CMMC scorecard is on CMMC software comparison.
At a Glance
| Criterion | AIC | BeyondTrust Password Safe Named User Cloud | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published PAM attach | $89 per privileged user per month (AIC Privileged Access) | About $131.67 per user per month [1] | AIC |
| CMMC Level 2 Year 1, 25-user kit | $19,800 | Vault plus remote access plus endpoint suites | AIC on the published kit |
| Vault, remote access, and endpoint privilege | Included | Separate suites | AIC on one invoice |
| Configuration compliance with repair | Included | Not in published CMMC kit plans | AIC |
| Assessment Binder and training attestation | Included | Not in published CMMC kit plans | AIC |
What each product does
BeyondTrust sells vault, remote access, and endpoint privilege. AIC CMMC Level 2 includes those jobs plus CUI email and files, configuration compliance on connecting machines, training, and the Assessment Binder, on one invoice.
How AIC wins this deal
Order AIC CMMC Level 2. Vault, brokered SSH, RDP, and VNC, endpoint elevation, CUI email, connecting-machine scans, training, and the binder sit on one server.
Upgrade path. Start with Free, then Level 2 compliance tracking ($119 per month), Level 2 Essentials ($499 per month), Level 2 ($1,650 per month), and Level 3. Level 1 and AIC Privileged Access ($89 per privileged user per month; five-user minimum) can also upgrade in place to Level 2. Records carry over. Evidence from connecting machines, training and attestation, privileged sessions, Incident Response, and the Assessment Binder stays in one product. Session Recording is not included in Free, Tracking, Essentials, Level 1, or Level 2; it is included only in Level 3 with isolated Jump.
Why defense contractors and MSPs choose AIC
- Lower cost. AIC Privileged Access is $89 per privileged user per month, against about $131.67 for BeyondTrust Password Safe Named User Cloud on a GSA list [1].
- Startup fees waived for 2026. On every CMMC package ordered on or before December 31, 2026.
- Deploy your way. On your own hardware (on-premises), or in your Microsoft Azure subscription, ready to configure in under 5 minutes.
- You stay in control. You own the vault, the keys, and the audit records.
- One integrated kit. AIC Level 2 adds Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) email and file sharing, configuration compliance, training and attestation, and the Assessment Binder to privileged access.
- MSP and partner friendly. Partner discounts on every sale and every renewal, a higher discount on registered deals, and unlimited free support for partners.
- Low-risk, experienced vendor. Our developers and support engineers have built standard security software for prime contractors, Defense Industrial Base (DIB) suppliers, and the Intelligence Community for more than 30 years. Building cybersecurity software since 1993.
- You guide the roadmap. Features we do not have yet are marked Planned and built in the order customers ask for them.
BeyondTrust pricing
| BeyondTrust product | GSA list price [1] |
|---|---|
| Password Safe Named User Cloud | $1,580 per user per year (about $131.67 per month) |
| Password Safe Cloud, per asset | $183 per asset per year |
| Privileged Remote Access Cloud (PRAU-CLOUD) | $2,070 per year, per listed unit |
The GSA price list is dated 2023. Prices may have changed since then.
Price comparison, 5 administrators for 12 months
| Product | Per user per month | 12 months |
|---|---|---|
| AIC Privileged Access (10 systems per user, pooled) | $89 | $5,340 |
| BeyondTrust Password Safe Named User Cloud | $131.67 [1] | $7,900 |
Recorded remote sessions in BeyondTrust are a separate product, Privileged Remote Access, at $2,070 per year per listed unit [1]. AIC includes session recording in the Level 3 kit.
What a Level 2 program needs beyond privileged access
| Need | BeyondTrust | AIC Level 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Vault and rotation for administrator credentials | Yes | Available now |
| Recorded remote sessions | Privileged Remote Access, priced separately [1] | Available now, SSH, RDP, and VNC with command restriction |
| CUI email and file sharing | Not included | Available now |
| Configuration compliance with repair | Not included | Available now |
| Training assignment, attestation, and reminders | Not included | Available now |
| Assessment Binder from live control evidence | Not included | Available now |
BeyondTrust Alternatives, Pricing, Cheaper Alternative, Reviews, and GCC High Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does BeyondTrust Password Safe cost?
A 2023 GSA price list shows Password Safe Named User Cloud at $1,580 per user per year [1].
What is a cheaper alternative to BeyondTrust for CMMC?
AIC Privileged Access is $89 per privileged user per month. AIC Level 2 includes vault, brokered sessions with command restriction, and the rest of the Level 2 kit for $1,650 per month.
What are BeyondTrust alternatives for CMMC?
Alternatives depend on whether you need secure email and files, compliance tracking, privileged access, or an integrated CMMC kit. This page compares the published scope of BeyondTrust with AIC CMMC Complete.
What is BeyondTrust pricing for CMMC?
The BeyondTrust pricing and package facts available for this comparison are listed above with source links and a retrieval date. Confirm current pricing and terms directly with the vendor.
Is there a cheaper alternative to BeyondTrust for CMMC?
For the sourced 25-user Level 2 bundle comparison dated October 9, 2026, AIC Level 2 is $19,800 in Year 1 with the startup waiver, or $16,830 with yearly prepayment. The right comparison depends on included users, systems, and product scope.
How does BeyondTrust compare with GCC High?
BeyondTrust and Microsoft GCC High serve different parts of a CMMC environment. This page compares BeyondTrust to AIC by the stated product scope; the GCC High page covers tenant and cloud boundary considerations.
Where can I find BeyondTrust reviews?
This page is a sourced comparison of published capabilities and prices, not a user-review rating. For user reviews, use an independent review platform and check the review date and product edition.
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Customers guide our feature set. If you need something we list as Planned, or something we do not list at all, tell us. Requests from customers and partners decide what we build next.
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Sources and notes
- BeyondTrust GSA price list via Carahsoft, 2023: Password Safe Named User Cloud $1,580 per year; PS-CLOUD $183 per asset per year; PRAU-CLOUD $2,070 per year. https://static.carahsoft.com/concrete/files/5216/9773/8371/BeyondTrust_GSA_Pricelist_Carahsoft_2023.pdf. Retrieved 2026-10-09. Prices may have changed since 2023.
About this comparison
Competitor information comes from the public sources listed above and was collected on October 9, 2026. Prices, packages, and features change, and resellers may quote different prices. This information is not guaranteed to be accurate or complete. Confirm current terms with each vendor before you buy. AIC prices are list prices from the AIC CMMC price list dated October 9, 2026.
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