How to Check If Your SOC 2 Report Is Real
Ten things you can check in under an hour — without an accounting degree — to tell whether your SOC 2 report meets AICPA standards.
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CohnReznick is a mid-tier SOC 2 audit firm in New York, NY, USA that charges $30K–$60K for Type II audits with 4–11 month timelines. Founded in 1919, they hold 3 accreditations and specialize in Private Companies, Middle Market, Technology, and 1 more. Their pricing is in the mid-range compared to the mid-tier average of $28.796K–$76.204K.
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Side-by-side pricing, timeline, and certification counts for the 5 closest-priced peers in the mid-tier tier.
| CohnReznick | RSM Canada | Grant Thornton Canada | BDO Australia | Grant Thornton Australia | Copeland Buhl | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type II Cost | $30K–$60K | $28K–$60K | $28K–$58K | $30K–$65K | $30K–$65K | $25K–$60K |
| Type I Cost | $18K–$32K | $18K–$35K | $18K–$35K | $18K–$38K | $18K–$38K | $15K–$40K |
| Timeline | 4–11 mo | 5–14 mo | 5–14 mo | 5–13 mo | 5–14 mo | 4–12 mo |
| Team Size | 3800-5000+ | 1000–3000 | 2800–4700 | 3500–4500 | 1400–1600 | 100–150 |
| Certifications | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Founded | 1919 | 1926 | 1924 | 1910 | 1924 | 1971 |
For buyers in Private Companies and Middle Market, CohnReznick fits the mid-tier profile when timeline (4–11 months) and Type II pricing ($30K–$60K) align with what mid-tier firms typically deliver. Their 3 active accreditations — including Top 15 Firm — extend that fit beyond pure SOC 2 into adjacent compliance frameworks.
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3 certifications — Mid-tier average: 3
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CohnReznick SOC 2 Type I audits typically range from $18K to $32K. Type II audits range from $30K to $60K. This is in the mid-range for mid-tier firms — the mid-tier tier average is $28.796K–$76.204K. Final pricing depends on your organization's scope, number of trust service criteria, and system complexity.
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