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url: https://eurocomply.app/compare/dataguard
canonical: https://eurocomply.app/compare/dataguard
title: "EuroComply vs DataGuard: EU Compliance Tool Comparison — EuroComply"
competitor: DataGuard
lastReviewed: 2026-05-01
lastReviewed: 2026-05-01
author: EuroComply Team
license: CC-BY-4.0
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# EuroComply vs DataGuard: EU Compliance Tool Comparison

Compare EuroComply and DataGuard for EU regulatory compliance, pricing, SME fit, data residency, and risk workflows. DataGuard is a Munich-based managed compliance service combining a software platform with outsourced Data Protection Officers and information security consultants. Its model is service-heavy, targeting DACH mid-market companies that want compliance delegated rather than self-managed.

## EuroComply vs DataGuard — what is the difference?

EuroComply is purpose-built for EU SMEs (10–500 employees): EU-only infrastructure, published pricing, and coverage of 20+ EU regulations (AI Act, GDPR, NIS2, DORA, CRA) in one platform. DataGuard: DACH mid-market companies (50–500 employees) preferring managed compliance over self-service software.

- Self-serve — you own your compliance, no third-party dependency
- Free tier to start; Pro at €149/month vs DataGuard's €500–1,500/month
- EU AI Act and NIS-2 coverage — DataGuard's core gaps
- DORA, CRA, DSA, Pay Transparency Directive coverage
- No long-term contract required
- Immediate access — no sales call or onboarding delay
- 20+ EU regulations in one dashboard, not just the legacy four

## Pricing

| Platform | Pricing |
| --- | --- |
| EuroComply | €0–€1499/month (free tier available) |
| DataGuard | Service contract pricing: typically €6,000–18,000/year (billed monthly at €500–1,500/month); custom contracts for larger organisations |

## Data residency and CLOUD Act exposure

Under the US CLOUD Act, US authorities can compel US-headquartered companies to disclose customer data stored anywhere — including EU data centres. EuroComply scores 8/100 (Sovereign). DataGuard scores 15/100 (Sovereign). German company (Munich, Germany) with EU-only legal structure. London office is a post-Brexit UK entity — no US CLOUD Act exposure. Customer data processed in EU.

| Platform | Exposure tier | Score (0–100) | Basis |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| EuroComply | Sovereign | 8 | EU-incorporated entity, EU-only infrastructure (Supabase Frankfurt, Vercel EU, Mistral Paris) |
| DataGuard | Sovereign | 15 | German company (Munich, Germany) with EU-only legal structure. London office is a post-Brexit UK entity — no US CLOUD Act exposure. Customer data processed in EU. |

## DataGuard strengths

- Fully outsourced DPO service — no in-house expertise needed
- ISO 27001 certification support included
- Strong DACH brand recognition and track record since 2017
- Combined software + human-expert model
- BCM (business continuity management) tooling

## DataGuard limitations

- Service model means ongoing dependency on DataGuard's team
- Higher cost — typically 4-10x EuroComply Pro pricing
- No free tier or self-service evaluation
- Limited EU AI Act coverage
- Scope locked to GDPR + ISO 27001 + BCM — missing NIS-2, DORA, CRA
- Requires contract commitment — no month-to-month plans

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Comparison based on publicly available information. Pricing and features may have changed. Not legal or procurement advice.

Last reviewed: 2026-05-01 by the EuroComply Team. License: CC-BY-4.0.