AIC vs FutureFeed: CMMC Alternatives, Pricing, and Reviews
Head-to-head Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) comparison: Analog Informatics Corporation (AIC) versus FutureFeed. FutureFeed is a documentation platform for System Security Plan (SSP) and Plan of Action and Milestones (POA&M) work. AIC sells the runtime those documents describe. The CMMC scorecard is on CMMC software comparison.
At a Glance
| Criterion | AIC | FutureFeed | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracker-only Year 1 | $1,428 (compliance tracking) | $2,196 (Innovator plus Level 2 framework) | AIC |
| Full Level 2 kit Year 1 | $19,800 | $42,762 (estimate with CUI email and privileged access added) | AIC |
| SSP / POA&M authoring | Partial | Yes | FutureFeed on the docs tool |
| Configuration compliance with repair | Included | Not included | AIC |
| Privileged vault, sessions, and elevation | Included | Not included | AIC |
| Assessment Binder from live records | Included | Documentation | AIC |
What each product does
FutureFeed helps write the System Security Plan (SSP). AIC CMMC Level 2 runs the controls and builds Assessment Binder sections from live evidence: configuration compliance on connecting machines, privileged access, training attestations, CUI email and files. A docs tool is not the enclave.
How AIC wins this deal
Order AIC CMMC Level 2. The binder is organized by the 110 Level 2 requirements and fills from the same server that runs email, files, privileged access, connecting-machine scans, and training. Need a smaller first invoice? Start on Level 2 compliance tracking at $119 per month, then upgrade in place to the full kit. Records carry over.
Year 1 in 2026: Level 2 tracking $1,428 against $2,196 for FutureFeed Innovator with the Level 2 framework [1]. Full Level 2 $19,800 against $42,762 for a FutureFeed stack that still adds CUI email and privileged access.
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. Assessor-engagement workflow beyond the living binder is Planned.
Switch credit. If FutureFeed is prepaid and still has unused term, AIC credits that unused prepaid remainder against Year 1 of tracking or Level 2, up to twelve months of the AIC package. See Competitive Switch Credit.
Why defense contractors and MSPs choose AIC
- Runs the controls, not only tracks them. AIC includes the systems that produce the evidence: vault, privileged sessions, endpoint elevation, configuration compliance, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) email and file sharing, and training.
- Support from the people who build it. Unlimited support requests at no charge for customers and partners, with escalation to our engineers.
- 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.
- Lower price. AIC Level 2 compliance tracking is $1,428 for Year 1, against $2,196 for FutureFeed Innovator with the Level 2 framework. The full AIC Level 2 kit is $19,800 in 2026, against $42,762 for a FutureFeed stack with CUI email and privileged access added.
- 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 infrastructure, the encryption keys, and the audit records.
- Managed Service Provider (MSP) and partner friendly. Partner discounts on every sale and every renewal, a higher discount on registered deals, and unlimited free support for partners.
Features
| Feature | FutureFeed | AIC Level 2 compliance tracking | AIC Level 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Practice tracking and documentation | Yes | Available now | Available now, from live control evidence |
| Assessment Binder organized by the 110 Level 2 requirements | Per FutureFeed's plans | Available now | Available now |
| Current State Compliance (CSC) findings ledger with rescan | Per FutureFeed's plans | Available now | Available now |
| Runs on hardware you own | No | Available now | Available now |
| Upgrades in place to the full Level 2 kit | Not applicable | Available now | Not applicable |
| CUI email and file sharing | Not included | Upgrade | Available now |
| Vault for server, network, and local admin passwords, with rotation | Not included | Upgrade | Available now |
| Brokered SSH, RDP, and VNC sessions with command restriction | Not included | Upgrade | Available now |
| Endpoint privilege elevation on Windows, Mac, and Unix/Linux | Not included | Upgrade | Available now |
| Configuration compliance with repair | Not included | Upgrade | Available now |
| Training assignment, attestation, and reminders | Not included | Upgrade | Available now |
Support
| FutureFeed stack | AIC | |
|---|---|---|
| Vendors to call for the Level 2 tools | 3: FutureFeed, the email and file vendor, and a privileged access vendor | 1 |
| Support requests | Per each vendor's terms | Unlimited, at no charge |
| Who answers | Per each vendor's terms | Support engineers, with escalation to the engineers who build the product |
| Partner support | Per each vendor's terms | Unlimited and free for partners |
A low-risk, experienced vendor
- More than 30 years of security software. Our developers and support engineers have built standard security software for prime contractors, DIB suppliers, and the Intelligence Community.
- Building cybersecurity software since 1993.
- Start small, grow in place. Start with compliance tracking, then upgrade to the full Level 2 kit on the same AIC Server. Your records carry over.
- One integrated kit. Tracking and the tools being tracked come from one vendor.
You guide the roadmap
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.
Pricing
AIC is lower than FutureFeed for compliance tracking, and lower for a full Level 2 program.
| FutureFeed item | Published price |
|---|---|
| Innovator plan | $99 per month [1] |
| Higher plan | $399 per month [1] |
| Small and midsize business (SMB) plan | $249 per month [2] |
| CMMC Level 2 framework | $1,008 per year [1] |
| CMMC Level 3 framework | $10,000 per year [1] |
Compliance tracking, Year 1
| Stack | Year 1 |
|---|---|
| FutureFeed Innovator plus Level 2 framework | $2,196 [1] |
| AIC Level 2 compliance tracking (AIC-CMMC-L2-TRACK), $119 per month, no startup fee | $1,428 |
Full Level 2 program for 25 users, Year 1
| Stack | Year 1 |
|---|---|
| FutureFeed plus CUI email and files (Microsoft 365 GCC High, 25 users) and privileged access | $42,762 total, see the GCC High comparison |
| AIC Level 2, all of the above in one kit, ordered in 2026 | $19,800 |
| AIC Level 2, yearly prepay | $16,830 |
FutureFeed Alternatives, Pricing, Cheaper Alternative, Reviews, and GCC High Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does FutureFeed cost?
FutureFeed lists Innovator at $99 per month and the CMMC Level 2 framework at $1,008 per year [1].
Is there a lower-cost alternative to FutureFeed?
Yes. AIC Level 2 compliance tracking is $119 per month, $1,428 for Year 1, and includes the Assessment Binder and Current State Compliance.
Is FutureFeed enough for CMMC Level 2?
FutureFeed tracks practices. You still need the tools that run them, such as CUI email, privileged access, and configuration compliance. AIC Level 2 includes those tools.
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What are FutureFeed 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 FutureFeed with AIC CMMC Complete.
What is FutureFeed pricing for CMMC?
The FutureFeed 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 FutureFeed 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 FutureFeed compare with GCC High?
FutureFeed and Microsoft GCC High serve different parts of a CMMC environment. This page compares FutureFeed to AIC by the stated product scope; the GCC High page covers tenant and cloud boundary considerations.
Where can I find FutureFeed 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.
Sources and notes
- FutureFeed pricing: $99 and $399 per month plans; CMMC Level 2 framework $1,008 per year; Level 3 $10,000 per year. https://futurefeed.co/pricing/. Retrieved 2026-10-09.
- FutureFeed SMB plan, $249 per month. https://support.futurefeed.co/knowledge-base/hc/en-us/articles/6422456790164. Retrieved 2026-10-09.
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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