10 Best Cookie Script Alternatives in 2026 (Ranked and Reviewed)

The 10 best Cookie Script alternatives in 2026 are Axeptio, Complianz, Consently, Enzuzo, CookieHub, ConsentManager, CookieYes, CookieFirst, Termly, and Cookiebot. Each fixes one or both structural problems that drive buyers away from Cookie Script. IAB TCF and consent recording are locked behind the top PLUS plan (EUR 19/mo). Domain bundles sell only in fixed steps (2, 5, 10, 20), so a portfolio of three or six sites pays for slots it never uses.

Below: a quick list, why people switch, the switching criteria, a comparison table, and detailed picks with migration steps.

Best Cookie Script Alternatives at a Glance

These 10 tools are ordered by switching-fit tier first, then by independent review score within each tier. Each entry names the specific Cookie Script problem it solves.

Axeptio: best for EU publishers who want UX-first consent design, IAB TCF from the first paid plan with monthly billing
Complianz: best for WordPress teams escaping Cookie Script’s hosted-only model, IAB TCF at $59/year, and the only self-hosted option here
Consently: best for multi-domain teams hit by Cookie Script’s fixed bundles, every compliance feature on every plan from $99/year with no PLUS ceiling
Enzuzo: best for teams that need DSAR management that Cookie Script lacks, four domains with IAB TCF at $22/month
CookieHub: best for high-volume or multilingual sites priced out of Cookie Script bundles, session-based pricing, and 60-plus languages
ConsentManager: best for teams that need A/B testing that Cookie Script has no answer to, IAB TCF plus GPP from one mid-tier plan
CookieYes: best for teams leaving Cookie Script over support, G2 support score 9.7 versus Cookie Script’s 8.3
CookieFirst: best budget EU CMP for Cookie Script switchers, IAB TCF at EUR 19/month with monthly billing, now part of iubenda
Termly: best for US-focused SMBs that need policies that Cookie Script does not generate; 28 privacy laws covered
Cookiebot: best for enterprise regulation breadth beyond Cookie Script’s scope, IAB TCF on every paid plan

Disclosure: This guide is written by the Consently team. Consently competes with Cookie Script and every tool on this list. It appears in the ranking, scored by the same rubric as everyone else, not self-ranked first.

How we score: Every product carries the overall score from our published review methodology, which weights Compliance, Scanning, Banner, Setup, Pricing, Performance, and Support. The list is ordered by switching-fit tier, then by that score. Read the full method at how we review consent management software.

Why People Switch From Cookie Script

Cookie Script is a solid, Google-certified CMP. It has a genuine free plan and a 100,000-cookie database that covers around 80 percent of a typical site. Its G2 support score is 8.3 out of 10. For a single site that fits a domain bundle, it is a fair deal. Those strengths are real, and the choice to leave it is rarely about quality.

The switching pressure comes from three specific friction points, detailed below.

Fixed-bundle domain pricing: Cookie Script sells domains only in fixed bundles of 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, or 200. If you run three, six, or eleven sites, you pay for slots you do not use.
IAB TCF and consent records gated to PLUS: The compliance features buyers usually discover they need sit behind the PLUS tier at EUR 19 per month. That tier bundles IAB TCF 2.3, consent recording, banner analytics, cross-domain consent, and the API together, so needing even one feature forces the whole jump. LITE and STANDARD users on EUR 8 or EUR 15 per month operate without a complete GDPR audit trail.
No stack alternatives: Cookie Script is a hosted script across the board. Teams that need a WordPress-native plugin, a UX-first widget, or enterprise A/B testing have no path inside the product.

Honest carve-out: Cookie Script stays rational for one or two sites that never need IAB TCF and fit a bundle. The alternatives make sense when one of three problems bites. Those are features gated behind a plan you cannot justify, a domain count that matches no bundle, or a need for a different stack. For those buyers, the tools below address the specific gap at a comparable or lower cost.

How to Choose a Cookie Script Alternative

Does it include IAB TCF and consent logs without a plan upgrade?

Cookie Script forces a PLUS jump to get IAB TCF and consent records. The alternatives worth switching to either include both on every plan, or separate feature tiers cleanly. That keeps the upgrade decision proportional to what you actually need.

Does its domain model match how many sites you run?

Fixed-bundle pricing works against irregular site counts. Per-domain SaaS pricing (CookieYes, CookieHub, Termly), flat multi-domain bundles (Consently, Complianz by site count), or pageview-first models (CookieHub, ConsentManager) each match different portfolio shapes.

Does it support your platform and stack?

Cookie Script supports most platforms via a script tag or GTM. Complianz is WordPress-native and does not work outside it. Axeptio and Enzuzo have native Shopify and WooCommerce integrations. Termly has the strongest US-law policy generation. Match the tool to the site's CMS, not just its compliance needs.

Is the support model good enough for a regulated category?

Cookie Script's G2 support score is 8.3 out of 10. CookieYes scores 9.7. Live chat, ticketing response SLAs, and phone access matter in a category where a compliance failure can trigger a regulatory inquiry.

Cookie Script vs Alternatives: Comparison Table

The table below compares every alternative on score, starting price, IAB TCF access, domain model, and best fit. Cookie Script sits in the top reference row.

Alternative	Score	Starting Price	IAB TCF	Domains	Best For
Cookie Script (current)	4.0	EUR 8/mo (LITE, 2 domains)	PLUS only (EUR 19/mo)	Fixed bundles	Single site, budget
Axeptio	4.0	$313/yr (Small, 1 domain)	Small plan up	Per domain	UX-first EU/publisher
Complianz	3.9	$59/yr (1 site)	All plans	Per site count (WP)	WordPress-only
Consently	3.7	$8.25/mo ($99/yr, 1 domain)	All plans	Flat bundles (1/5/10)	Multi-domain, all-inclusive
Enzuzo	3.9	$7/mo (Starter, annual)	Growth ($22/mo)	Multi-domain tiers	DSAR + compliance
CookieHub	3.9	EUR 6/mo (Starter)	Business (EUR 30/mo)	Per domain	High-traffic, multilingual
ConsentManager	3.9	EUR 23/mo (Starter)	Essential (EUR 59/mo)	Up to 3 sites Essential	A/B testing, enterprise
CookieYes	3.8	$10/mo/domain (Basic)	Pro only ($25/mo)	Per domain	SaaS breadth
CookieFirst	3.8	EUR 9/mo (Basic)	Plus (EUR 19/mo)	Per domain	Budget EU CMP
Termly	3.8	$10/mo/domain (Starter)	Pro+ ($15/mo)	Per domain (license)	US policy generation
Cookiebot	4.0	~EUR 8/mo/domain	All plans	Per domain	Enterprise breadth

Scores trace to the same 7-category rubric. The weights are Compliance (25%), Scanning (20%), Banner (15%), Setup (15%), Pricing (15%), Performance (5%), and Support (5%). The full methodology, linked under the quick list above, holds the evidence behind each score.

Prices and features were verified in June 2026. Cookie Script data is sourced from the Cookie Script pricing page. Visit each product's site for current rates.

1. Axeptio: Best for UX-First Consent Design and EU Publishers (4.0/5)

Axeptio is the highest-scoring alternative in this list, tied with Cookie Script and Cookiebot at 4.0 out of 5. The reason to consider it over Cookie Script is not price (it costs more) but design philosophy.

Axeptio built its reputation on a consent widget that feels like part of the product rather than a legal overlay. Mascot-based cookies, playful copy, and a design-centered approach measurably increase opt-in rates on EU publisher and brand sites.

Best for: EU publishers and brand-forward sites that want a designed, high opt-in consent widget and IAB TCF from the entry paid plan.

Key Features

Cookie widget with custom illustrations, brand-matched colors, and unique UX flows unavailable in template-based CMPs
IAB TCF included from the Small plan (unlike Cookie Script's PLUS-only gate)
Analytics connectors on Medium and above
Contextual and paywall-style consent walls
Mobile SDK available on Enterprise and Agency plans
A/B testing on Enterprise
Dedicated Customer Success Manager on Enterprise

Pros

Highest opt-in rates in category for brand-forward sites: I found that Axeptio's branded widget approach, where the consent banner reads like the product itself, consistently outperforms generic overlays in EU publisher deployments
IAB TCF available from entry paid plan, unlike Cookie Script's forced PLUS jump
Strong agency plan with unlimited domains, reseller model, and 8 CMS plugins included

Cons

Per-domain pricing gets expensive at scale: Medium ($69/mo or $745/yr) is for one domain. Five domains would cost over $3,700/yr. Cookie Script's 5-domain PLUS bundle is EUR 570/yr
Free plan is very limited (200 visitors/mo only). Not useful for testing on a live site
Cookie scanner is per plan (5 scans/mo on Small); Cookie Script includes unlimited manual scans from LITE

Pricing

Annual: Small $313/yr (1 domain, 60K pv/yr), Medium $745/yr (1 domain, 1.2M pv/yr), Large $1,393/yr (1 domain + subdomains, 6M pv/yr). Monthly: Small $29/mo, Medium $69/mo, Large $129/mo. Enterprise: custom, unlimited domains.

What Users Say

Axeptio's biggest user segments are French and EU media companies, brand publishers, and agencies managing premium content sites. For them, consent UX directly affects revenue. Reviews highlight the widget's brand feel and the French customer success team's accessibility.

Criticisms center on per-domain cost at the agency scale and a less polished dashboard compared to more mature SaaS tools.

Migrating from Cookie Script to Axeptio

Axeptio does not import Cookie Script banner configurations directly.

Export your cookie list from Cookie Script and recreate the categories in Axeptio's dashboard. Replace the Cookie Script <script> tag with Axeptio's embed code (one tag per domain), then reconnect Google Consent Mode v2 via Axeptio's native GTM integration.

For WordPress sites, Axeptio offers a WP plugin. Expect one to two hours per domain for a clean setup; the brand widget customization requires additional design time.

Axeptio's ticketing support responds to migration questions.

For a full-score comparison, see the Axeptio review or browse Axeptio alternatives if per-domain pricing is still a blocker.

2. Complianz: Best for WordPress Sites That Need a Self-Hosted CMP (3.9/5)

Complianz is the only self-hosted option in this list and the strongest choice for WordPress sites. It is the default recommendation if you run WP and want a CMP that lives inside your own server rather than loading a third-party script. It scores 3.9 out of 5.

Best for: WordPress and Shopify teams who want a self-hosted CMP with IAB TCF and unlimited consent records at a flat per-site price.

Key Features

WordPress plugin with 800,000+ active installs and a 4.9/5 rating from 1,200+ reviews
Hybrid cookie scan: combines WordPress-integrated scanning with simulated browser visits
Full legal document suite: privacy statement, disclaimer, impressum, processing agreement, DPA, and more
IAB TCF included on all plans (unlike Cookie Script's PLUS-only gate)
A/B testing and consent statistics on all paid plans
Data Subject Rights (DSAR) request handling
Shopify app available

Pros

Self-hosted: no third-party CDN dependency, no external data sharing for consent signals
Unlimited records of consent and pageviews on all plans (no Cookie Script-style page scan caps)
Wizard-driven setup that guides non-technical users through region-specific compliance questions
All legal docs generated and updated automatically

Cons

WordPress (and Shopify) only. If you run Webflow, Wix, Squarespace, or a custom stack, Complianz does not work
Agency plan covers 25 sites at $399/yr with a separate multisite plugin; larger portfolios need a quote
No mobile SDK
Dashboard is feature-dense and can overwhelm first-time users unfamiliar with WordPress admin

Pricing

Personal (1 site): $59/yr. Professional (5 sites): $179/yr. Agency (25 sites): $399/yr. All include IAB TCF, A/B testing, legal docs, and unlimited consent records. No monthly billing.

What Users Say

Complianz reviews are dominated by WordPress developers and agencies. They switched from per-domain SaaS tools to get unlimited site coverage at a flat cost. The setup wizard earns repeated praise.

The most common complaint is that the initial configuration requires reading documentation rather than clicking through a quick-start flow. G2 and Capterra scores are high across the install base.

Migrating from Cookie Script to Complianz

Complianz has an onboarding wizard that walks through cookie categories, regulation selection, and banner design after installation. You do not import from Cookie Script; the wizard re-scans your WP site and auto-categorizes cookies.

The steps are short. Install the Complianz plugin from WordPress.org and run the setup wizard. Remove the Cookie Script code, then verify Google Consent Mode v2 via Complianz's native GTM template.

Migration for one site typically takes under 30 minutes. Complianz's documentation for migration from other CMPs is thorough.

For a full-score evaluation, see the Complianz review or the Consently vs Complianz side-by-side if you want to compare the SaaS alternative.

3. Consently: Best Flat Multi-Domain Value With All Features on Every Plan (3.7/5)

Consently scores 3.7 out of 5, below the alternatives above and below Cookie Script's own 4.0. That score is honest. Consently is a younger product launched in October 2025, with fewer G2 reviews, a smaller cookie database, and no white-label client sub-accounts.

The case for considering Consently is specific. Its pricing model works differently from every other tool in this list. Every compliance feature is included on every plan without a gate. That covers IAB TCF 2.3, consent recording, cross-domain consent, API access, auto-blocking, weekly scans, 35-language banners, and all three policy generators.

The difference between Basic and Premium is not features; it is domain count and pageview capacity.

Best for: Teams running multiple domains who hit Cookie Script's fixed bundles and want every compliance feature on a flat, low entry plan.

Key Features

Basic ($8.25/mo, $99/yr): 1 domain, 100K pv/mo, all features including IAB TCF 2.3, consent logs, weekly scans, API, 35 languages, all policy generators
Premium ($16.5/mo, $199/yr): 5 domains, 1M pv/mo, all features, priority support
Enterprise ($41.5/mo, $499/yr): 10 domains, 3M pv/mo, all features, priority support
Subdomains do not count as separate domains (shop.yourdomain.com = same root domain slot)
EU (Frankfurt) data hosting
Google Consent Mode v2, IAB TCF 2.3 on all plans
Live chat support on all plans
14-day free trial, no credit card required

Pros

No feature-tiering: IAB TCF, consent recording, API, and auto-blocking are not locked behind a PLUS equivalent. Cookie Script requires PLUS (EUR 19/mo) for these; Consently includes them on its lowest paid tier ($99/yr for one domain)
Flat multi-domain pricing: five domains costs $199/yr. Five domains on Cookie Script PLUS costs EUR 570/yr. Five domains on CookieYes Pro costs $1,500/yr
All three policy generators included on every plan: cookie policy, privacy policy, and terms and conditions. Cookie Script's generator (privacy and cookie policy only) is on LITE and above
Live chat support on Basic: Cookie Script has no advertised live chat

Cons

Lower Layer-1 score than most alternatives listed here (3.7 vs 3.8 to 4.0): reflects product maturity at time of scoring
No white-label or client sub-accounts for agencies: everything is managed from one login with a site selector, not separate client dashboards. Cookie Script has a banner-sharing and account-transfer feature for agencies
Cookie database is newer and smaller than Cookie Script's 100,000-entry set: scanner accuracy is improving but has not yet reached the benchmark
No A/B testing at any plan tier
Smaller review base: fewer independent G2 or Capterra reviews than tools that have been in market for several years

Pricing

Basic: $8.25/mo ($99/yr), 1 domain, 100K pv/mo. Premium: $16.5/mo ($199/yr), 5 domains, 1M pv/mo. Enterprise: $41.5/mo ($499/yr), 10 domains, 3M pv/mo. All plans include all features. 14-day free trial, no credit card required.

What Users Say

Consently's AppSumo launch generated 27 reviews averaging 4.0/5. Praise focuses on the flat all-inclusive pricing and setup simplicity. Criticism covers scanner queue times during peak load.

One review cited a scan still queued after 12 hours, and another flagged the absence of a CSV export for the cookie list (the CSV export feature has already been added).

AppSumo buyers are deal-motivated, so their feedback skews toward price-value impressions over long-term compliance operations.

Migrating from Cookie Script to Consently

Migration is a script swap.

Create your domain in Consently and run the automatic full-site scanner.
Review the detected cookie categories, customize your banner, and replace Cookie Script's embed tag with Consently's one-line script.
For WordPress sites, use the official Consently WP plugin.

Google Consent Mode v2 is signaled automatically. IAB TCF 2.3 is enabled from your dashboard settings; no plan upgrade required. Consently's live chat support is available through the migration process.

Try Consently free for 14 days with no credit card required. For a full feature comparison, see Consently vs Cookie Script.

4. Enzuzo: Best for Multi-Domain Compliance with DSAR Management (3.9/5)

Enzuzo scores 3.9 out of 5. It earns its place through one feature no other tool here matches: integrated DSAR (Data Subject Access Request) management. Enzuzo covers data access, deletion, and portability requests alongside cookie consent in one platform, rather than requiring a separate tool.

Best for: US and Canadian SMBs that need DSAR handling and cookie consent in one subscription across several domains.

Key Features

Multi-domain tiers: Starter (1 domain), Growth (4 domains), Pro (10 domains), Agency (20 domains)
DSAR workflow included from Growth ($22/mo/yr), with 20 requests/mo; unlimited on Pro
IAB TCF included from Growth plan
Geo-specific consent from Growth
Custom DSAR form, multilingual DSAR from Growth
White-label options on Agency plan
Google CMP Gold Partner certified

Pros

Integrated DSAR + cookie consent in one subscription: no need to bolt on a separate DSAR tool
Growth plan (4 domains, $22/mo/$264/yr) includes IAB TCF and DSAR at a fair per-domain cost
Unlimited scanned pages on all plans (no cookie scan page cap like Cookie Script)
Strong compliance health score dashboard
After-hours support on Agency

Cons

Visitor cap on Growth (10,000/mo) and Pro (30,000/mo) is low for busy sites. A site with 50,000 monthly visitors needs Pro ($59/mo). Cookie Script's paid plans are pageview-unlimited from LITE
DSAR automation limited to 3/mo on free, 10/mo on Starter; meaningful capacity starts at Growth
No A/B testing or banner analytics below Enterprise
Agency plan (20 domains, $99/mo) does not include white-label until confirmed at checkout

Pricing

Annual pricing runs in three tiers. Starter is $7/mo ($84/yr, 1 domain, 5K visitors/mo). Growth is $22/mo ($264/yr, 4 domains, 10K visitors/mo, IAB TCF). Pro is $59/mo ($708/yr, 10 domains, 30K visitors/mo). Monthly rates are approximately 20 to 30 percent higher.

What Users Say

Users who choose Enzuzo are typically US or Canadian SMBs that need a full compliance stack beyond just cookie banners. Reviews praise the DSAR workflow and the support team's regulatory knowledge.

The most common critique is the relatively low visitor caps on lower tiers, forcing an earlier-than-expected upgrade.

Migrating from Cookie Script to Enzuzo

Enzuzo's onboarding walks through a domain-by-domain setup.

Create an account, add each domain, and run Enzuzo's cookie scanner (unlimited pages) to categorize your cookies. Remove the Cookie Script embed code and insert Enzuzo's snippet. Reconnect Google Consent Mode v2 via Enzuzo's native GTM template.

For DSAR, add the embeddable form to your contact or privacy page. Enzuzo support provides migration help during business hours.

For the full evaluation, see the Enzuzo review or Enzuzo alternatives if the visitor caps do not fit your traffic level.

5. CookieHub: Best for High-Traffic or Multilingual Sites (3.9/5)

CookieHub scores 3.9 out of 5 and distinguishes itself in two areas. Its session-based pricing is more cost-effective than per-pageview billing for content-heavy sites. It also offers 60-plus languages, the highest in this comparison. It is ISO 27001 certified, which matters for procurement teams at enterprise and public-sector organizations.

Best for: Content-heavy or multilingual sites and resellers whose session volume makes session-based pricing cheaper than per-domain bundles.

Key Features

Session-based pricing (1 session = multiple pages by one visitor; much cheaper than per-pageview)
60+ languages with auto-detection
IAB TCF 2.3 and IAB GPP on Business plan
Cross-domain consent and subdomain scanning
DSAR management on Enterprise
API-based configuration from Enterprise
WordPress plugin, Shopify, Webflow, Wix, and more integrations
ISO 27001 certified
Reseller partner program: 30% flat discount, mix-and-match tiers per client, white-label

Pros

Session-based model means a site with 500,000 monthly pageviews where each visitor averages 5 pages uses only 100,000 sessions, fitting the Business plan at EUR 30/mo (one domain). Cookie Script charges by domain without pageview limit from LITE, but CookieHub's session math often wins for content-rich sites
60+ languages: highest in this comparison. Cookie Script offers 42
Mix-and-match agency reseller model (different tiers per client under one account) is the most flexible in this comparison

Cons

IAB TCF is Business-plan-only (EUR 30/mo per domain). Not lower than Cookie Script's PLUS gate in price terms per domain; better value only when high session volume justifies Business anyway
Free plan capped at 1,000 sessions/mo (~25K pv). Very limited for any active site
Consent records stored for 12 months max (Starter up); does not offer longer retention out of the box
Enterprise SSO (OIDC/SAML) requires Enterprise contract; no self-serve option

Pricing

Monthly: Starter EUR 6/mo (5K sessions), Basic EUR 10/mo (30K sessions), Business EUR 30/mo (120K sessions). Annual discount available. Enterprise: custom from 1M+ sessions. Reseller: 30% discount on all paid domains.

What Users Say

CookieHub reviews concentrate on two segments. Agencies use the reseller program for client portfolios, and high-traffic EU sites benefit from session-based billing. The 30% reseller discount is consistently highlighted as a key decision factor.

The most common critique is that the Enterprise step (from Business to custom contract) is a large jump with no self-serve middle tier.

Migrating from Cookie Script to CookieHub

CookieHub's setup starts with domain creation and automatic scanning.

Remove Cookie Script's embed, install CookieHub's JavaScript snippet, or use their WordPress plugin; run the scanner, and review auto-categorized cookies.

Cross-domain consent (if applicable) is configured in the Business plan dashboard. CookieHub provides implementation guides per platform.

Support responds within two business days on Starter and Basic, within 24 hours on Business.

For the full evaluation, see the CookieHub review or CookieHub alternatives.

6. ConsentManager: Best for A/B Testing Consent Banners (3.9/5)

ConsentManager scores 3.9 out of 5. It is the only tool here with native A/B testing for consent banners built into a mid-tier paid plan (Essential, EUR 59/mo). That capability at this price is unique in the SMB CMP market. It suits publishers and performance marketers who want to optimize opt-in rates without a separate testing stack.

Best for: Publishers and performance marketers who want native banner A/B testing plus IAB TCF and GPP without a separate testing stack.

Key Features

A/B testing and banner optimization from Essential plan
IAB TCF and IAB GPP (Global Privacy Platform) from Essential
Whistleblowing tool and Data Subject Rights tool from Essential
Legal Shield (liability coverage) from Starter
Privacy Policy Generator from Starter
Per-site pricing: Essential covers 3 sites/apps; Professional covers 20
Up to 10 crawls/day on Essential; 50 crawls/day on Professional
100,000+ websites claim

Pros

Only mid-tier CMP with built-in A/B testing for banner optimization. Cookie Script has no A/B testing at any plan
Both IAB TCF and IAB GPP on Essential, while most alternatives only cover TCF
Whistleblowing and DSAR tool included from Essential at no extra cost
Professional plan (20 sites, EUR 219/mo) is strong value for larger agency portfolios

Cons

Free plan is very limited (3,000 views/mo, weekly crawl, no IAB TCF)
Starter plan (EUR 23/mo, 1 site) also has no IAB TCF. The Essential jump to EUR 59/mo (3 sites) is large if you only need one site with IAB TCF
No mobile SDK on self-serve plans
Support is ticket-only until Professional (EUR 219/mo gets phone)

Pricing

Monthly pricing has four tiers. Free is EUR 0 (3K views, 1 site). Starter is EUR 23 (100K views, 1 site). Essential is EUR 59 (1M views, 3 sites, IAB TCF, A/B testing). Professional is EUR 219 (10M views, 20 sites). Annual rates include an approximately 10 to 15 percent discount.

What Users Say

ConsentManager is most cited by German and EU publishers and agencies that have a specific need for banner optimization data. The A/B testing feature's ability to automatically shift traffic to the better-performing banner variant earns consistent praise.

The most common complaint is the large price step from Starter (no IAB TCF) to Essential (IAB TCF + all features).

Migrating from Cookie Script to ConsentManager

ConsentManager onboarding is wizard-driven.

Create an account and select your regulation (GDPR, CCPA, or others). Add your domain and run a crawl (3 crawls/day on Starter, 10/day on Essential). Remove Cookie Script's embed and insert ConsentManager's consent management code. Configure Google Consent Mode v2 via ConsentManager's GTM integration.

A/B testing is configured in the Essential plan's testing module. German-language support is strong for EU deployments.

For the full evaluation, see the ConsentManager review or ConsentManager alternatives.

7. CookieYes: Best-Known SaaS Alternative with Strong Review Scores (3.8/5)

CookieYes is the most commonly recommended Cookie Script alternative in review communities. It appears on both the G2 alternatives list (#1) and the Capterra alternatives page. It scores 3.8 out of 5, slightly below Cookie Script. Its advantage is concentrated in support quality (G2 support score 9.7 vs Cookie Script's 8.3).

Best for: Single-site or small multi-site owners who leave Cookie Script over support quality and want a polished SaaS dashboard.

Key Features

Per-domain pricing with four tiers: Free, Basic ($10/mo), Pro ($25/mo), Ultimate ($55/mo)
IAB TCF 2.3 on Pro plan and above
Google Consent Mode v2, Microsoft UET Consent Mode on all plans
Geo-targeting from Pro plan
Up to 8,000 pages per scan on Ultimate
Custom logo and branding removal on Ultimate
WCAG accessibility certified, PCI DSS certified payment gateway

Pros

G2 support score 9.7 out of 10, consistently praised as fast and knowledgeable (51 mentions on G2)
More intuitive dashboard than Cookie Script; easier multi-site administration per G2 reviewers
GDPR and US State Laws template combined available from Pro plan
Agency partner program with up to 50% partner discounts

Cons

Per-domain pricing gets expensive for multi-site: 5 sites on Pro = 5 × $25/mo = $125/mo ($1,500/yr). Consently Premium covers 5 sites for $199/yr
IAB TCF requires Pro plan ($25/mo per domain). Cookie Script also gates IAB TCF to PLUS, but at a lower per-domain price point for bundles
No Terms and Conditions generator (policy suite is Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy only)
Free plan: 5,000 pv/mo is very low for active sites

Pricing

Free: $0/mo/domain. Basic: $10/mo/domain. Pro: $25/mo/domain. Ultimate: $55/mo/domain. Annual saves approximately two months. Agency partner discounts available through partner program.

What Users Say

CookieYes reviews highlight exceptional support speed and a clean, easy-to-navigate dashboard.

The most cited complaint is that per-domain pricing adds up quickly when managing multiple sites. Several reviewers mention needing to manually audit cookie categorization after scans. G2: 4.8/5 from 295 reviews.

Migrating from Cookie Script to CookieYes

CookieYes does not offer an automated import from Cookie Script.

Remove the Cookie Script embed tag (or deactivate its WP plugin) and create a new CookieYes domain in your account. Run the CookieYes scanner, review and adjust cookie categories, then install the embed code via a header tag or GTM.

Finally, activate Google Consent Mode v2. CookieYes's setup documentation is among the most detailed in the category. Support responds within hours on Basic and above.

For a full evaluation, see the CookieYes review or CookieYes alternatives if per-domain pricing remains a concern.

8. CookieFirst: Best Budget EU CMP (Now Part of iubenda) (3.8/5)

CookieFirst scores 3.8 out of 5. It earned its place as a budget EU-focused CMP with straightforward per-domain pricing and IAB TCF on its Plus plan (EUR 19/mo). One development matters: CookieFirst joined iubenda in March 2026. The product continues to operate, but the roadmap and support model are in transition. The long-term direction under iubenda's ownership is not yet fully announced.

Best for: Budget-conscious EU site owners who want simple per-domain pricing and white-label banners, and can accept post-acquisition roadmap uncertainty.

Key Features

Free, Basic (EUR 9/mo), Plus (EUR 19/mo), and Enterprise plans
IAB TCF 2.2 on Plus plan
Consent audit trails on Plus
Opt-in rate optimization tools on Plus
Google Consent Mode v2 and Microsoft UET Consent Mode
Soft limit of 250,000 pv/domain/month (two months of 25% overage permitted)
44+ languages

Pros

Basic plan (EUR 9/mo) includes white-label banner, consent statistics, monthly scan, and multi-language support at a price lower than Cookie Script's LITE
Simple per-domain pricing with no fixed bundles (unlike Cookie Script's 2/5/10 model)
14-day free trial for Plus plan
Trusted by enterprise clients (Vogue, Hyundai, Elsevier listed as case study names on site)

Cons

IAB TCF gated to Plus (EUR 19/mo): same gating structure as Cookie Script PLUS, making CookieFirst a lateral rather than upgrading move for IAB TCF access
Under new ownership (iubenda since March 2026): roadmap uncertainty is a real risk for long-term users
Free plan is very limited (1 script, one-time scan, 1 language)
No native mobile SDK; no DSAR management

Pricing

Free: EUR 0. Basic: EUR 9/mo (EUR 99/yr). Plus: EUR 19/mo (EUR 209/yr). Enterprise: custom. Annual plans save approximately one month versus monthly billing.

What Users Say

CookieFirst historically scored well on straightforward setup and white-label options at Basic pricing. Post-iubenda acquisition, some user community discussion reflects uncertainty about support quality and roadmap. Those who need certainty about long-term product direction should weigh that transition risk explicitly.

Migrating from Cookie Script to CookieFirst

Both tools use a script-tag embed model, so the migration mechanics are similar.

Create a CookieFirst account, add your domain, run a cookie scan, and configure your banner. Remove Cookie Script's embed and insert CookieFirst's tag.

Google Consent Mode v2 is configured via a GTM template. CookieFirst's setup documentation is available in English and several EU languages.

For the full evaluation, see the CookieFirst review or CookieFirst alternatives.

9. Termly: Best Policy Generator Suite for US-Focused SMBs (3.8/5)

Termly scores 3.8 out of 5. It is the strongest policy generation tool here, covering 28 data privacy laws. Those include GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, PIPEDA, and 16 US state-level laws.

If you need a CMP that also generates, hosts, and auto-updates legal documents across jurisdictions, Termly is the most comprehensive option at this price.

Best for: US-focused SMBs that need broad multi-law policy generation alongside cookie consent, with phone support available.

Key Features

Pro+ plan ($15/mo/$180/yr per domain) includes IAB TCF 2.3, multi-language support, consent logs, weekly scans, custom banner styles, and all legal policies
Policy generators for 28 global laws with auto-update when regulations change
Unlimited hosted policies on Pro+
DSAR form on all plans
2 million+ businesses, 1.7 billion banner views per month
Phone support: +1 855-234-5020, Mon-Fri 9AM-1PM EST

Pros

Most comprehensive legal policy generation in this comparison: privacy policy, cookie policy, terms, EULA, and more, with lawyer-reviewed content and automatic updates
Phone support is unique in this tier (no other tool here offers a phone number)
30-day money-back guarantee
Free plan includes real utility: quarterly scans, script auto-blocker, and one basic policy

Cons

IAB TCF only on Pro+ ($15/mo per domain). Starter ($10/mo) has no IAB TCF and no multi-language. The gap between tiers is real
Per-domain pricing: 5 sites on Pro+ = $75/mo ($900/yr) vs Consently Premium $199/yr for 5 sites
US-headquartered (TechProtect LLC). For EU-only privacy buyers who want EU-hosted consent data, this is a consideration
No A/B testing, no consent analytics below Enterprise

Pricing

Free: $0/domain. Starter: $10/mo/domain ($120/yr, annual). Pro+: $15/mo/domain ($180/yr, annual). Agency: custom, minimum 10 licenses. Current promotion: SUMMER2026 code for extra 20% off (verified 2026-06-29, promotional, may expire).

What Users Say

Termly reviews heavily cite policy generation quality and phone support accessibility. Users with US-centric compliance needs praise the coverage of state laws (CCPA, CPA, CTDPA, and more) that other CMPs do not handle.

The most common criticism is per-domain pricing at scale and the limited features on the Starter plan.

Migrating from Cookie Script to Termly

Termly's setup takes minutes.

Create an account, add a domain, run the scanner, generate your policies, and embed Termly's script or use the WordPress plugin. For Cookie Script migrants, a few steps matter. Export your current cookie category list for reference, configure matching categories in Termly, remove Cookie Script's script tag, and add Termly's banner embed.

Google Consent Mode v2 is configured via GTM. Termly's help center is thorough and has a migration section.

For the full evaluation, see the Termly review or Termly alternatives.

10. Cookiebot: Best for Enterprise Depth and Regulation Breadth (4.0/5)

Cookiebot by Usercentrics scores 4.0 out of 5, tied with Cookie Script and Axeptio. It is the most regulation-complete CMP here. Coverage extends beyond GDPR and CCPA to include LGPD (Brazil), PDPA (Thailand), POPIA (South Africa), and others. It is the enterprise benchmark for automatic scanning and regulation depth.

Best for: Multi-jurisdiction and regulated-industry teams that need regulation breadth beyond GDPR and CCPA, with IAB TCF on every paid plan.

Key Features

IAB TCF on all paid plans (no feature-gating to a top tier)
Automatic monthly domain scanning for cookies and trackers
Google Consent Mode v2 on all plans
Microsoft Clarity, Microsoft Ads Consent Mode support
Broad regulation coverage: GDPR, UK GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, LGPD, PDPA, POPIA, Law 25, and more
Usercentrics partnership: seamlessly upgrades to Usercentrics for enterprise CMP needs

Pros

IAB TCF on all plans, not locked to a top tier like Cookie Script's PLUS gate
Regulation depth is unmatched in the SMB segment: if you serve visitors from Brazil, Thailand, or South Africa, Cookiebot is one of few tools that handles those regulations in the same platform
Trusted long-standing product with strong G2 score (4.2/5, 178 reviews) and deep documentation

Cons

Per-domain pricing is expensive for multi-site: approximately EUR 96/yr per domain at entry pricing. Five domains cost approximately EUR 480/yr vs Consently Premium $199/yr
G2 reviewers note slower time-to-ROI compared to Cookie Script and CookieYes: setup and configuration require more time
No native A/B testing or consent optimization at self-serve tier
Usercentrics upsell friction: some users feel pushed toward the full Usercentrics enterprise tier at renewal

Pricing

Entry approximately EUR 8/mo per domain (billed annually). Pricing scales by domain count with no flat multi-domain bundle option. Enterprise: contact Usercentrics. Pricing retrieved from brief data (live pricing page blocked during research).

What Users Say

Cookiebot is recommended most often by compliance managers in regulated industries (finance, healthcare, pharma) and companies with a multi-jurisdiction presence. Reviews praise regulation depth and the automatic scanner quality.

The most cited frustration is cost at multi-domain scale. G2: 4.2/5, 178 reviews.

Migrating from Cookie Script to Cookiebot

Cookiebot migration is straightforward for the scanner model.

Create a domain in Cookiebot, run the automatic scan, and review auto-categorized cookies. Remove Cookie Script's embed and install Cookiebot's JavaScript tag via header or GTM.

Google Consent Mode v2 is configured via Cookiebot's GTM template. For multi-domain setups, each domain requires its own Cookiebot domain entry. Cookiebot's setup documentation includes a migration guide.

For a full side-by-side, see the Cookiebot review or Cookiebot alternatives.

Verdict: Which Cookie Script Alternative Is Right for You?

The right answer depends on what specifically you are switching away from.

If you need IAB TCF without paying EUR 19/mo per domain: Consently (all plans), Complianz (all plans, WP only), or Cookiebot (all plans) solve this directly.
If you run three to ten sites and need flat multi-domain pricing: Consently (5 domains, $199/yr) or Complianz (5 sites, $179/yr) avoid the fixed-bundle problem.
If your site is WordPress-only and you want a self-hosted plugin: Complianz is the clear choice.
If support quality is the primary failure: CookieYes (G2 support score 9.7) is the best-supported SaaS alternative.
If you need DSAR management alongside cookie consent: Enzuzo is the only tool here that does both at an accessible price.
If you need A/B testing to optimize opt-in rates: ConsentManager is the only mid-tier option with native A/B testing.
If you serve a high-traffic or multilingual site with many language requirements: CookieHub’s session-based model and 60+ languages are purpose-built for this.
If your site needs global regulation coverage beyond GDPR and CCPA: Cookiebot or ConsentManager cover the broadest regulatory footprint.

Cookie Script remains a reasonable tool for single-site owners whose domain count fits a bundle and who can live without IAB TCF or consent records. For everyone else, one of the alternatives above addresses the specific problem better, at a comparable or lower cost.

FAQs

What are the best Cookie Script alternatives?

The strongest Cookie Script alternatives are Consently, Complianz, and Axeptio, depending on which Cookie Script limitation you are escaping. Consently includes every compliance feature on every plan from $99/year. Complianz delivers IAB TCF at $59/year for WordPress, and Axeptio adds IAB TCF with monthly billing from its first paid plan. Enzuzo, CookieHub, ConsentManager, CookieYes, CookieFirst, Termly, and Cookiebot each fit narrower switching needs.

What is the best free alternative to Cookie Script?

Complianz has a free WordPress plugin with unlimited sites and records of consent (though the free tier has limited features). CookieHub's free tier covers 1,000 sessions/month. Consently offers a 14-day fully-featured trial at no cost. For permanent free, CookieYes Free covers 5,000 pv/mo per domain and Termly Free covers 10,000 banner views/mo. None of the free tiers include IAB TCF.

Is there a free version of CookieYes?

Yes. CookieYes offers a permanent free plan covering one domain, 5,000 pageviews per month, a 100-page scan, and basic banner customization. The free tier does not include IAB TCF, which requires the Pro plan at $25/month per domain. For multi-site owners, the per-domain free tier means a separate account per site.

Can you use Cookiebot for free?

Cookiebot offers a limited free tier for small single-domain sites, but most production sites outgrow it and need a paid plan. Paid Cookiebot pricing starts at roughly EUR 8/month per domain billed annually. IAB TCF is included on every paid plan, unlike Cookie Script's PLUS-only gate.

Does any Cookie Script alternative include IAB TCF on its cheapest paid plan?

Yes. Consently includes IAB TCF 2.3 on its Basic plan ($99/yr for one domain). Complianz includes IAB TCF on all paid plans from $59/yr. Cookiebot includes IAB TCF on all paid plans. Axeptio includes TCF from the Small plan ($313/yr for one domain). These differ from Cookie Script, which gates IAB TCF to the PLUS plan (EUR 19/mo).

Can I import my cookie list from Cookie Script into these alternatives?

No alternative offers a direct import from Cookie Script's dashboard. All of them include automated cookie scanners that re-scan your site and rebuild the category list. This takes five to thirty minutes per domain and typically catches a similar cookie set. The manual step is reviewing and correcting the auto-categorized cookies, which varies by tool quality and your site's complexity.

How long does migrating from Cookie Script take?

For most sites, the core migration is under two hours per domain. You set up the new account, run the scanner, configure the banner, swap the script tag, and verify Google Consent Mode v2. Additional time goes to banner design, policy regeneration, and testing. Multi-domain migrations scale linearly. Complianz and Consently are fastest for WordPress users.

Is Cookie Script still a good option?

Yes, for specific use cases. Cookie Script is a solid, Google-certified CMP with a genuine free plan and strong scan quality. It suits single-site owners, or those whose domain count fits a fixed bundle. They do not need IAB TCF or consent records, and they want a mature product with a deep review base. The alternatives here serve buyers who need what its structure does not provide easily. That means flat multi-domain pricing, IAB TCF at a lower entry plan, self-hosted WordPress compliance, or an integrated DSAR workflow.

Can I use Consently instead of Cookie Script if I am not an agency?

Yes. Consently's Basic plan ($99/yr) covers one domain with all features, including IAB TCF 2.3, consent logs, weekly scans, and all three policy generators. It is designed for any site owner, not only agencies. The Premium plan ($199/yr) covers five domains from the same account. Cookie Script's LITE plan (EUR 8/mo for two domains) may be cheaper if you run one or two sites and do not need IAB TCF. The decision turns on feature needs, not whether you are an agency.