A11yProof vs AudioEye: SMB Pricing vs Enterprise Platform
TLDR
A11yProof starts at $29/month and uses AI to generate code-level accessibility fixes. AudioEye starts at $199+/month and combines automated scanning with human auditors. AudioEye offers more hand-holding, but at 5-10x the cost. For SMBs that can implement code fixes with their existing developer resources, A11yProof delivers comparable scanning at a fraction of the price.
| Feature | A11yProof | AudioEye | A11yProof |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost | $29-$199/mo | $199+/mo | from $29/month |
| Approach | Overlay/Enterprise | Overlay/Enterprise | AI scanning + code fixes |
| Feature | A11yProof | AudioEye |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $29/mo | $199+/mo |
| Multi-site (5 sites) | $79/mo | $995+/mo |
| Multi-site (25 sites) | $199/mo | $4,975+/mo |
| Scanning approach | AI-powered automated scanning | Automated + human auditors |
| Fix delivery | AI-generated code fix suggestions | Managed remediation + overlay |
| Compliance reports | WCAG 2.1 AA criterion-level reports | Compliance reports + VPAT |
| Contract | Month-to-month | Annual contract typical |
| Setup time | 5 minutes | Days to weeks (onboarding) |
The Pricing Gap
The most obvious difference between A11yProof and AudioEye is cost. A11yProof’s Starter plan is $29/month for one site. AudioEye’s entry point is $199+/month. For a single site, that is a 7x price difference.
At scale, the gap widens further. A11yProof’s Agency plan covers 25 sites for $199/month total. AudioEye charges per domain, so the same 25 sites would run $4,975+/month. For agencies and multi-site businesses, this is often the deciding factor.
What You Get for the Price Difference
AudioEye’s higher price pays for human accessibility experts who review your site alongside automated scanning. Their team provides managed remediation, meaning they do some of the fix work for you. They also generate VPATs (Voluntary Product Accessibility Templates), which some enterprise procurement processes require.
A11yProof uses AI to automate what AudioEye’s human auditors do. The AI scans your site against WCAG 2.1 AA criteria and generates specific code fix suggestions. You or your developer applies those fixes to the source code. There is no human audit component, but the automated scanning catches the same mechanically-detectable issues.
The Overlay Question
AudioEye uses a hybrid approach that includes a JavaScript layer for some automated fixes. This puts it somewhere between a pure overlay like accessiBe and a pure scanning tool like A11yProof. The JavaScript component fixes some issues at the rendering layer without changing source code, while human auditors provide recommendations for deeper structural fixes.
We built A11yProof to avoid any overlay dependency. Every fix it generates targets your actual source code. Apply the fix once, and the issue is resolved permanently, regardless of whether A11yProof’s script is running.
Who Should Choose What
Choose A11yProof if: you have developer resources to implement code fixes, you want SMB-friendly pricing, and you need month-to-month flexibility without annual contracts.
Choose AudioEye if: you have no developer resources and need managed remediation, you need VPAT generation for enterprise procurement, and the $199+/month price point fits your budget.
Neither option feel right?
Most small businesses pay for accessibility features they don't need. A11yProof starts at from $29/month.
Verdict
A11yProof wins on price and AI-powered remediation. AudioEye offers more managed services but at 5-10x the cost. For SMBs that have a developer who can apply fix suggestions, A11yProof is the practical choice. AudioEye makes more sense for organizations that want someone else to handle everything.
PROS & CONS
A11yProof
Pros
- Starting price 7x lower than AudioEye
- AI-generated fix suggestions for source code remediation
- Month-to-month billing with no annual contract
- Multi-site pricing scales dramatically better
Cons
- No human audit component — AI scanning only
- Requires developer to implement fix suggestions
- Newer platform, smaller team
- No VPAT generation on current plans
PROS & CONS
AudioEye
Pros
- Combines automated scanning with human accessibility experts
- Managed remediation service reduces internal workload
- VPAT generation for procurement requirements
- Established brand with enterprise track record
Cons
- Starting price of $199+/month is steep for SMBs
- Annual contracts are typical
- Uses overlay-like JavaScript layer for some fixes
- Per-domain pricing makes multi-site expensive
Q&A
Is AudioEye worth 5-10x the price of A11yProof?
It depends on your internal resources. AudioEye's premium pays for human auditors and managed remediation. If you have no developer who can implement fixes, that managed service has clear value. If you have developer resources, A11yProof's AI-generated fix suggestions deliver comparable automated scanning results at $29-$199/month instead of $199+/month.
Q&A
Which tool is better for an agency managing client sites?
A11yProof's Agency plan covers 25 sites for $199/month total. AudioEye's per-domain pricing at $199+ per site makes it impractical for agencies managing more than a few client sites. The math is $199/month versus $4,975+/month for 25 sites.
Q&A
Does AudioEye fix source code or use overlays?
AudioEye uses a hybrid model. It includes JavaScript that applies automated fixes at the rendering layer, similar to an overlay, combined with human auditors who provide manual remediation recommendations. Some fixes happen in the overlay layer, others are delivered as code recommendations. A11yProof generates all fixes as source code changes.
Is AudioEye worth the higher price over A11yProof?
Does AudioEye use overlays like accessiBe?
Can A11yProof's AI fixes match AudioEye's human auditors?
Which tool scales better for multiple sites?
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