AIC vs Google Workspace: CMMC Alternatives, Pricing, and Reviews
Head-to-head Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) comparison: Analog Informatics Corporation (AIC) versus Google Workspace. Google Workspace is a productivity suite. Google states that CMMC workloads need its Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP) High environment plus Assured Controls Plus [3]. AIC does not replace Workspace. The CMMC scorecard is on CMMC software comparison.
At a Glance
| Criterion | AIC Level 2 | Google Workspace | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published software Year 1, 25 users | $19,800 | Workspace Enterprise $10,500 plus Assured Controls Plus by quote [1][2] | AIC on the published kit |
| Everyday mail and documents | CUI email and file sharing included | Yes | Google on everyday productivity |
| Privileged vault, sessions, and elevation | Included | Not included | AIC |
| Configuration compliance with repair | Included | Not included | AIC |
| Assessment Binder from live records | Included | Not included | AIC |
| FedRAMP High tenant for CMMC workloads | Software you run | That is the Google path [3] | Google on the tenant |
What each product does
Google Workspace sells everyday mail and documents. Assured Controls Plus is a government-boundary add-on. AIC CMMC Level 2 is the CMMC kit: CUI email server, file sharing, privileged access, configuration compliance on connecting machines, training, and the Assessment Binder. Everyday Workspace can stay. CUI and privileged access run in AIC.
How AIC wins this deal
Order AIC CMMC Level 2. Deploy in Azure or on your hardware. Turn on the included CUI email server. Inheritance covers Google's services. Connecting machines, privileged sessions, and training write into the Assessment Binder.
Year 1 in 2026: $19,800 includes the Level 2 tools. Workspace Enterprise for 25 users is $10,500 [1] plus Assured Controls Plus (quote) plus separate privileged access and evidence tools.
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 Level 2 is $1,650 per month with 25 users and 25 systems included, at a published price.
- 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 infrastructure, the encryption keys, and the audit records.
- Everyday Workspace can stay. Move CUI into the AIC email server and secure share.
- 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.
Google Workspace pricing for CMMC
| Item | Published price |
|---|---|
| Workspace Enterprise | $35 per user per month [1] |
| Assured Controls Plus | Contact sales [2] |
What a Level 2 program still needs
| Need | Google Workspace with Assured Controls Plus | AIC Level 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Email and documents | Yes | CUI email and file sharing available now |
| Vault for server, network, and local admin passwords, with rotation | Not included | Available now |
| Brokered SSH, RDP, and VNC sessions with command restriction | Not included | Available now |
| Endpoint privilege elevation on Windows, Mac, and Unix/Linux | 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 |
Year 1 for 25 users
| Item | Google Workspace | AIC Level 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Enterprise, 25 users, 12 months | $10,500 [1] | |
| Assured Controls Plus | Quote [2] | |
| Controls listed above | Separate purchase | Included |
| Year 1 | $10,500 plus quote plus other tools | $19,800, or $16,830 on a yearly prepay |
Google Workspace Alternatives, Pricing, Cheaper Alternative, Reviews, and GCC High Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Google Workspace CMMC compliant?
Google states CMMC workloads need its FedRAMP High environment and Assured Controls Plus [3]. Your assessor decides whether requirements are satisfied.
What does Assured Controls Plus cost?
Google lists Assured Controls Plus as contact sales [2].
What are Google Workspace 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 Google Workspace with AIC CMMC Complete.
What is Google Workspace pricing for CMMC?
The Google Workspace 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 Google Workspace 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 Google Workspace compare with GCC High?
Google Workspace and Microsoft GCC High serve different parts of a CMMC environment. This page compares Google Workspace to AIC by the stated product scope; the GCC High page covers tenant and cloud boundary considerations.
Where can I find Google Workspace 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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Sources and notes
- Google Workspace Enterprise pricing, $35 per user per month. https://workspace.google.com/enterprise/. Retrieved 2026-10-09.
- About Assured Controls and Assured Controls Plus, contact sales. https://knowledge.workspace.google.com/admin/security/about-assured-controls-and-assured-controls-plus. Retrieved 2026-10-09.
- Google Cloud CMMC compliance page. https://cloud.google.com/security/compliance/cmmc. 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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