How much does a Vulnerability Scan Cost?
Roughly how much is this going to cost us – and what do we actually get for the money?
If you’re here, you’re probably thinking:
“Roughly how much is this going to cost us – and what do we actually get for the money?”
This page walks you through:
Typical price ranges
What affects the cost
Exactly what’s included (and what isn’t)
How to pick the right option for your business
No jargon, no tricks – just clear numbers and what they mean in real terms.
Typical investment for small and medium-sized businesses:
from £170/month for ongoing scanning
How do we get an exact quote?
We keep this really straightforward. There are four steps:
Use the online calculator for a quick estimate
Our vulnerability scanning cost calculator gives you an instant ballpark figure. Simply enter:
- Number of employees in your organisation
- How many office locations you operate from
- Number of internet-facing systems (websites, servers, apps)
- Whether you'd like expert hours to help fix security gaps
You'll get an instant estimate tailored to your business size and complexity.
Click the Schedule Consultation button
Click the Schedule Consultation button, which you'll find across the site, and fill in the details. I'll then get the ball rolling.
Agree the scope (what's in, what's out)
Together we'll agree:
- Which networks, servers, cloud services and apps are included
- How often we scan and report
- Who will receive the reports
- Whether you'd like expert remediation hours to help fix critical vulnerabilities
You receive a clear proposal with price options
You'll get a written proposal with:
- A fixed price for the agreed scope
- One or two options (e.g. Essentials / Standard / Enhanced)
- Plain-English explanations of what you get with each
So you can choose the level that fits your budget and risk appetite, without any surprises.
Online Calculator
Get an instant estimate based on your infrastructure
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Our pricing is based on the complexity of your infrastructure: number of employees (endpoints to scan), office locations (network segments), and external-facing servers. More complex environments require more scanning resources and analysis time.
What actually drives the price up or down?
Your price is based on a few simple factors:
How many systems are in scope
- A handful of servers and laptops costs less than multiple offices, data centres and cloud accounts.
What types of systems we're scanning
- Internal systems only: Your office computers, servers, and printers
- Internal + External systems: Everything above PLUS your firewalls, email servers, and remote access points
- Internal + External + Internet-facing applications: Everything above PLUS your websites, customer portals, and online shops
Depth of scanning and level of access
- Basic scans: We check from the outside, like a burglar would (faster and costs less)
- Deep scans with passwords: We check from the inside too, using login access to see hidden vulnerabilities (finds more issues but takes more time)
Do you want us to fix problems we find?
In simple terms: Bigger businesses with more systems need more protection. Deeper checks and hands-on fixing take more time. We only charge for what you actually need.
What's included in every plan
No matter which option you choose, you always get:
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Agreed scope in plain English
Exactly what we're scanning and why.
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Continuous or scheduled scanning
Using up-to-date vulnerability feeds
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Plain-English, prioritised reports
A short summary for decision-makers plus detail for technical teams
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A clear action list
What to fix now, what to plan, and what to monitor
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Optional review call
To walk through the results and next steps
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Evidence for compliance
You can show to insurers, auditors or key customers
Every plan includes the essentials – clear communication, actionable insights, and ongoing support to keep your business protected.
What's not included
To keep pricing clear and fair, some things are not included by default:
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Full penetration testing
Human-led attempts to break in – that's a separate service
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Major remediation projects
e.g. migrating servers, redesigning networks, system patching and hardening
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Ongoing managed IT support
We're happy to work alongside your existing IT partner or in-house IT department
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On-site visits
If required, we'd need to discuss this in the scoping session
Is vulnerability scanning worth the cost?
A rough way to look at it:
A typical small breach can cost many times more than a year or two of scanning – in downtime, emergency IT work, lost data and reputational damage.
Regular scanning doesn't guarantee you'll never be attacked, but it removes a lot of the easy ways in: missing patches, weak settings and exposed systems.
A Simple Comparison
Think of it like regular servicing for your car: you still drive carefully, but you're not ignoring glaring warning lights and worn-out brakes.
The real question isn't "Can we afford vulnerability scanning?"
It's "Can we afford not to know about our vulnerabilities?"
Can we just do a one-off scan?
Yes. They’re helpful if you:
- Need a snapshot for an audit or insurance
- Are about to make a major change and want a health check
Most clients move to ongoing scanning once they see how much changes over time.
Do prices ever increase?
We keep pricing simple and predictable. Prices might change if:
- You add significantly more systems or locations
- You want to increase scan frequency or widen the scope
- If you would like us to help with Remediation
We’ll always discuss any change in advance, so you’re never surprised.
Can you work with our existing IT provider?
Absolutely. In fact, that’s very common.
We:
- Provide them with clear, prioritised actions
- Stay available to answer questions about the findings
- Avoid blame – the focus is on fixing issues and reducing your risk
How do we get an exact quote?
Four steps:
How many systems are in scope
Fewer servers and devices cost less than multiple offices, data centres and cloud accounts.
What types of systems we’re scanning
Internal only is cheaper than internal + external, and cheaper again than including web applications.
Depth of scanning and level of access
Basic, non-credentialed scans cost less; deeper, credentialed scans take more time and cost more.
How much help you want with remediation
If you, your internal IT team or your IT provider handle fixes, you’re mainly paying for scanning and reporting.
If you’d like us to help remediate, that’s extra project work, priced separately.
Are there any hidden fees or surprise extras?
No. Everything is clearly priced and agreed up front. If anything outside the original scope is needed, we’ll explain it first and get your approval before doing the work.
What if my needs change after we start working together?
That’s totally fine. You can scale your service up or down as you grow. We’ll review things with you regularly so you’re never stuck paying for something you don’t need.
Am I tied into a 12- or 24-month contract?
No. There’s no long-term lock-in. You can stop or change the service if it’s not working for you – we prefer to earn your trust, not trap you in a contract.
What if the scan finds loads of issues — does that mean a huge extra bill?
The cost of the scan itself doesn’t change, no matter how many issues are found. If you’d like help fixing them, we’ll give you clear, prioritised options and prices so you stay in control of what gets done and when.
Can we start with a one-off scan before committing to ongoing scanning?
Yes. Many clients start with a one-off assessment to see where they stand. If you like how we work, you can then move to regular scanning to keep on top of new vulnerabilities.
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