Osano Plus costs $199 per month ($2,388 per year) for 3 domains and 30,000 monthly visitors. That is the figure most people encounter when they start looking for alternatives. There is no self-serve tier above Plus. The next step is custom enterprise pricing. The $500,000 "No Fines" guarantee does not apply to Plus customers. It covers only the enterprise plans: Start, Trust, and Scale.
We evaluated 9 alternatives across pricing, US law coverage, scanning quality, and ease of migration.
Below: a quick list, why teams switch, the switching criteria, a comparison table, and detailed picks with migration steps.
Best Osano Alternatives at a Glance
These nine tools are ordered by switching-fit tier first, then by independent review score within each tier. Each entry names the specific Osano problem it solves.
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Enzuzo: best for teams that need DSAR plus consent without Osano’s enterprise pricing, 10 domains at $708 per year against Osano’s $2,388 for 3
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Termly: best for a single US site priced out of Osano, $180 per year for unlimited pageviews and 10 legal documents
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CookieYes: best for one high-traffic site hitting Osano’s 30K visitor cap, 300,000 pageviews per month on Pro
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Consently: best for cutting the Osano bill without losing coverage, 5 domains and 1 million pageviews per month with every feature on every plan
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Cookiebot: best for teams leaving Osano for a stronger US certification posture, Gold CMP plus ISO 27001 and 27701
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Complianz: best free option for WordPress owners, no pageview cap and Google certified
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Usercentrics: best for ending Osano’s per-domain rule management, cross-domain consent sharing, plus IAB GPP at Pro
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CookieHub: best for session-based billing instead of per-domain counting, ISO 27001 on every plan
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CookieFirst: best for EU data-hosting certification, Amsterdam infrastructure with ISO 27001, SOC 2, and PCI-DSS
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iubenda: best for IAB TCF at the lowest entry price, roughly $6 per month with 2,400-plus lawyer-drafted clauses
Disclosure: This guide is written by the Consently team. Consently competes with Osano 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 Osano
Teams leave Osano primarily over the $199-per-month price and the 30,000-visitor cap. A third trigger is a console built for a full privacy program when they only need a cookie banner.
The switching pressure comes from three specific friction points, detailed below.
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Price and the 30,000-visitor cap: Osano Plus is $199 per month ($2,388 per year) for 3 domains, capped at 30,000 monthly visitors. G2 reviewers describe it as “definitely on the higher side compared to other tools” and flag pricing as a top concern in six-plus reviews. The cap is a hard ceiling. When you pass it, the next step is a sales conversation at custom pricing, not another self-serve tier. The $500,000 “No Fines” guarantee, Osano’s headline differentiator, does not cover Plus customers. It applies only to enterprise plans (Start, Trust, and Scale). Most buyers who choose Osano for its guarantee are not actually covered by it.
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Console complexity for a consent-only need: Osano bundles DSARs, vendor risk management, data mapping, privacy assessments, and privacy training alongside cookie consent. G2 reviewers describe the admin console as “complex to navigate” and note they “had to rely on Customer Support technicians” to operate it. For a team that only needs a cookie banner and CCPA compliance, that is overhead without benefit.
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Per-domain configuration and banner limits: Each domain on Plus must be configured separately. There is no way to share rules across them. Third-party reviewers flag limited banner design flexibility. They also report basic consent logs that lack detail.
Honest carve-out: Osano still earns its reputation. It holds a 4.5/5 rating on G2 across 170-plus reviews, which puts it among the most well-regarded consent platforms on the market.
It runs as a Public Benefit Corporation. It raised a $25 million Series B in August 2023 (Baird Capital), funding compliance coverage across 50-plus countries and 95-plus privacy regulations. Secureprivacy.ai describes Osano as "5 to 10 times less expensive than OneTrust" for a full privacy program.
For mid-market teams that want consent, DSAR, vendor risk management, and training in one place, that is a defensible value proposition.
How to Choose a Osano Alternative
Identify which of Osano's constraints is driving your search, then weigh alternatives against the criteria below. Each maps to a real reason teams leave.
Annual cost: what you actually pay
The number that matters is not the monthly headline rate. It is the total annual bill at your realistic domain count and traffic, after feature gating. Osano Plus is $2,388 per year. Most alternatives have lower entry prices, but some reach the same cost once you add domains, enable gated CCPA features, or pass visitor caps. Ask whether CCPA opt-out and GPC signal handling are available on the tier you can afford, or gated to a higher plan.
Traffic cap and domain structure
Osano Plus caps at 30,000 monthly visitors across 3 domains. Alternatives use different cap structures. Cookiebot counts subpages, not visitors. CookieHub counts sessions, not pageviews. CookieYes allows up to 300,000 pageviews per month on Pro. Complianz is self-hosted with no cap at all. A session can equal multiple pageviews, so session-based tools can be cheaper or more expensive depending on your traffic pattern. Know which cap applies before you switch.
US law coverage depth
CCPA opt-out is a baseline that most alternatives support. What varies is how each tool handles the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal and IAB GPP/MSPA for US multi-state compliance. Google Consent Mode certification level also differs: Google AC v2 versus full CMP Partner listing. For US-first teams in California, Colorado, Virginia, and other state-law jurisdictions, GPC and IAB GPP are the two capabilities that separate adequate from thorough.
How Do the Best Osano Alternatives Compare?
Cookiebot scores highest overall at 4.0 and leads US compliance with a 4.2 US/CCPA composite. Consently costs the least at $199 per year for 5 domains. Enzuzo includes DSAR at $708 per year. Complianz is free for WordPress owners.
The table uses the same single order as the quick list and the detailed sections. That order is switch-fit tier first, then Layer-1 score within each tier, with Osano as the reference row.
| Product | Overall (L1) | US/CCPA Fit | Annual Cost | Visitor/Session Cap | Domains | CCPA + GPC | IAB TCF | Free Tier | Google CMP |
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| Osano (reference) | 3.9 | 3.9 | $2,388/yr (Plus) | 30K visitors/mo | 3 (Plus) | Yes | Yes (TCF 2.0/GPP) | Yes (Solo, 5K, 1 domain) | Yes |
| Enzuzo | 3.9 | 3.9 | $708/yr (Pro, annual) | 30K visitors (Pro) | 10 (Pro) | Yes | Yes (Growth+) | Yes (5K visitors) | Yes |
| Termly | 3.8 | 3.8 | $180/yr (Pro+ 1 site) | Unlimited (Pro+) | 1 per license | Yes (must enable) | Yes (Pro+) | Yes (10K views) | Gold |
| CookieYes | 3.8 | 3.6 | $300/yr (Pro 1 domain) | 300K pv/mo (Pro) | 1 per plan | Yes (Pro) | Yes (Pro) | Yes (5K pv) | Yes |
| Consently | 3.7 | 3.4 | $199/yr (Premium 5 domains) | 1M pv/mo | 5 (Premium) | CCPA yes, GPC no | Yes (2.3) | No (14-day trial) | AC v2 |
| Cookiebot | 4.0 | 4.2 | From ~$96/domain/yr | Subpage-based | 1 per plan | Yes | Yes | Yes (50 subpages) | Gold |
| Complianz | 3.9 | 3.8 | Free to $399/yr | None (self-hosted) | Unlimited | Yes | Yes | Yes (WP free plugin) | Yes (2024) |
| Usercentrics | 3.7 | 4.0 | From ~$84/yr (Essential) | Session-based | 3 (Pro), 10 (Biz) | Yes (Pro+) | Yes (Pro+) | Yes (1K sessions) | Gold |
| CookieHub | 3.9 | 3.7 | From EUR72/yr (Starter) | Session-based | Per account | Yes (Business) | Yes (Business) | Yes (1K sessions) | Yes |
| CookieFirst | 3.8 | 3.6 | EUR99/yr (Basic) | 250K pv/mo (soft) | 1 per plan | Yes | Yes (Plus) | Thin trial | Yes |
| iubenda | 3.6 | 3.5 | From ~$72/yr | 25K to 150K pv | 1 per plan | Yes | Yes (Essentials) | Yes (limited) | Yes |
Prices and features verified June 2026. Osano data is from Osano's pricing page. The US/CCPA Fit column is a segment composite and does not change the row order; the list stays in tier-then-Layer-1 order. Visit each product's site for current rates.
1. Enzuzo: Best for DSAR Plus Consent at a Fraction of Osano's Cost
Enzuzo is the only alternative in the Tier 1 cost-escape group that includes DSAR automation. Osano charges enterprise pricing for that combination. Enzuzo's Pro plan costs $59 per month billed annually ($708 per year) for 10 domains and 30,000 monthly visitors. That is the same visitor ceiling as Osano Plus, at 10 times the domain count and roughly 30% of the annual cost. It scores 3.9 out of 5 on our methodology.
Best for: North American SMBs and agencies leaving Osano that need DSAR handling alongside consent without paying for an enterprise privacy program.
Key Features
Enzuzo's feature set centers on what matters to an Osano leaver.
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Cookie consent banner with GDPR opt-in and CCPA opt-out
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DSAR management from the Growth tier ($22 per month annual)
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Six legal document generators (privacy policy, cookie policy, terms, DPA, and more)
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Google Consent Mode v2 certified; Google CMP Partner
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IAB TCF at the Growth tier and above
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Native Shopify app and native Webflow app
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Geo-specific consent logic
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25 languages
Pros
The strengths below make Enzuzo a credible Osano replacement.
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DSAR automation included: the one feature that differentiates Osano from pure-banner CMPs, available at SMB pricing
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Six legal document generators: more document breadth than any other alternative in the Tier 1 group
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10 domains on Pro against Osano's 3 on Plus, at roughly 30% of the annual cost
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Enzuzo documented a case study showing consent rate improvement from 3% to 97% (vendor data, not an independent benchmark)
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Native Shopify and Webflow apps
Cons
Weigh these honest limitations before choosing Enzuzo.
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Visitor caps by tier: 5,000 (Free), 5,000 (Starter), 10,000 (Growth), 30,000 (Pro). The Pro cap matches Osano's, so high-traffic sites still hit a ceiling.
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25 languages maximum: lower than Consently (35), Usercentrics (60), or Cookiebot (40-plus)
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DSAR is available from the Growth tier ($22 per month annual), not on Starter
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Multi-day support response times at entry tiers
Pricing
Free: $0 (1 domain, 5K visitors). Starter: $9 per month ($7 per month annual). Growth: $29 per month ($22 per month annual, 4 domains, 10K visitors). Pro: $79 per month ($59 per month annual, 10 domains, 30K visitors). Agency: $99 per month (20 domains).
What Users Say
Our Enzuzo review scores it 3.9 out of 5. Enzuzo holds a 4.6 out of 5 on G2 across 18 reviews. The Shopify App Store picture is more mixed. The listing shows 4.7 out of 5 across 95 reviews, while the reviews tab shows 3.6 out of 5 across 33 reviews.
The recurring constructive feedback is multi-day support replies at entry tiers and templated documents that resist custom policy copy.
For other tools in its class, see Enzuzo alternatives.
Migrating from Osano to Enzuzo
Steps to migrate from Osano to Enzuzo:
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Create an Enzuzo account and run the Compliance Checklist questionnaire it opens with
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Add your domain and run the cookie scan to build your category list
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Configure your GDPR opt-in and CCPA opt-out geo-rules, and enable DSAR handling from the Growth tier
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Install the Enzuzo banner via its Shopify or Webflow app, the GTM template, or a direct snippet
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Confirm the banner fires correctly, then deactivate the Osano script
Prior consent records from Osano are not portable. The Enzuzo banner will not reappear on a second visit until you clear your cache, which is easy to misread as a failure. No Osano-specific Enzuzo migration tool exists; the process is a standard script swap.
2. Termly: Cheapest Legal-Document and Consent Bundle for a Single US Site
Termly Pro+ is $15 per month ($180 per year) for one site, unlimited pageviews, CCPA compliance, GPC signal handling, and 10 attorney-crafted legal documents. That is $2,208 per year less than Osano Plus, with no visitor cap and a full legal document library included. It scores 3.8 out of 5 on our methodology.
Best for: A single-site US business or startup that wants full CCPA compliance with legal documents bundled in, at the lowest annual cost.
Key Features
Termly's feature set centers on what matters to an Osano leaver.
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GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and US multi-state consent
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GPC signal handling (must be manually enabled; off by default)
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Google Gold CMP Partner
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IAB TCF 2.3 at the Pro+ tier
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10 attorney-crafted legal documents at Pro+: privacy policy, cookie policy, terms of service, EULA, disclaimer, and more
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Weekly cookie scans at Pro+ (quarterly on free and Starter)
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Unlimited pageviews on Pro+
Pros
The strengths below make Termly a credible Osano replacement.
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$180 per year for one site with unlimited pageviews: no traffic ceiling
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10 attorney-crafted legal documents bundled: the most document breadth in the Tier 1 group
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Google Gold CMP Partner: the highest certification tier in this comparison, alongside Cookiebot and Usercentrics
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GPC signal handling: essential for CCPA compliance
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Easy setup: lowest configuration complexity among compliance-complete alternatives
Cons
Weigh these honest limitations before choosing Termly.
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Per-site licensing: each additional domain is another Pro+ subscription ($15 per month per site)
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GPC requires manual activation: it is off by default, so you can miss a compliance requirement without realizing it
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IAB TCF and weekly scans gated to Pro+ ($15 per month); Starter ($10 per month) only includes quarterly scans
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No DSAR workflow
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Limited banner customization compared to Usercentrics or CookieYes
Pricing
Free: 10,000 pageviews per month, quarterly scans. Starter: $10 per month per site. Pro+: $15 per month per site (unlimited pageviews, GPC, IAB TCF 2.3, weekly scans, 10 legal documents). Agency: custom.
What Users Say
Our Termly review scores it 3.8 out of 5. Reviewers praise the legal document library and the ease of initial setup.
The consistent constructive feedback is that per-site licensing makes it expensive for agencies or anyone managing more than two to three sites.
If the per-site model becomes its own constraint, see Termly alternatives.
Migrating from Osano to Termly
Steps to migrate from Osano to Termly:
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Create a Termly account and add your site
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Run the cookie scan to build your category list, then generate the legal documents you need
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Enable GPC signal handling, which is off by default, and configure your CCPA and GDPR geo-rules
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Install the Termly script or WordPress plugin
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Confirm the banner fires correctly, then deactivate the Osano script
Prior consent records from Osano are not portable. Remember to switch on GPC manually, since it ships off. No Osano-specific Termly migration tool exists; the process is a standard script swap.
3. CookieYes: Easiest Setup, Cheapest Per-Domain Entry for High-Traffic Sites
CookieYes Pro is $25 per month ($300 per year) for one domain and 300,000 pageviews per month. That is 10 times Osano's 30,000-visitor cap at roughly one-eighth the annual cost, on a single domain. If your exit trigger is Osano's visitor cap and you run one main site, CookieYes Pro is the direct substitution. It scores 3.8 out of 5 on our methodology.
Best for: A single high-traffic site that hit Osano's visitor cap and wants the fastest setup path at the lowest per-site price.
Key Features
CookieYes's feature set centers on what matters to an Osano leaver.
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GDPR opt-in and CCPA opt-out
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IAB TCF v2.3 at the Pro tier
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GPC signal handling at Pro
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Google Consent Mode v2 certified; Google CMP Partner
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1.5 million-plus installs
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900-plus agency partners
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Overage billing at $0.30 per 1,000 pageviews above cap
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One-line script install
Pros
The strengths below make CookieYes a credible Osano replacement.
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300,000 pageviews per month on Pro: 10 times Osano's 30K cap
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$25 per month ($300 per year) for one domain: cheapest per-site option for high-traffic single-site owners
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Easiest setup in the set: install script, auto-scan, configure in minutes
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1.5 million-plus installs: largest install base in this comparison
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900-plus agency partners: strong ecosystem
Cons
Weigh these honest limitations before choosing CookieYes.
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Per-domain billing: each additional domain requires its own plan, so multi-site cost accumulates
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IAB TCF and GPC gated to Pro: the $10-per-month Basic plan does not include GPC
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Overage charges: $0.30 per 1,000 pageviews above the Pro cap can surprise high-traffic months
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No DSAR, no legal document generators
Pricing
Free: 5,000 pageviews per month, 1 domain. Basic: $10 per month (100K pv/mo, 1 domain, overage enabled). Pro: $25 per month (300K pv/mo, 1 domain, IAB TCF, GPC). Ultimate: $55 per month (unlimited).
What Users Say
Our CookieYes review scores it 3.8 out of 5. Reviewers consistently call it the easiest CMP to set up.
The recurring criticism is per-domain pricing for agencies and multi-site owners.
For other options in its class, see CookieYes alternatives.
Migrating from Osano to CookieYes
Steps to migrate from Osano to CookieYes:
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Sign up at cookieyes.com and add your domain
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Run the auto-scan to build your cookie category list
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Configure GDPR opt-in and CCPA opt-out geo-rules, and enable GPC on the Pro plan
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Install the one-line CookieYes script in your site's head or via GTM
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Confirm the banner fires correctly, then deactivate the Osano script
Prior consent records from Osano are not portable. No Osano-specific CookieYes migration tool exists; the process is a standard script swap that most single-site owners finish in minutes.
4. Consently: Best for Cutting the Osano Bill Without Losing Coverage
Consently costs $199 per year for 5 domains and 1 million pageviews per month, with every feature on every tier and no gating. Osano Plus costs $2,388 per year for 3 domains and 30,000 monthly visitors. The difference is $2,189 per year, more than 90% cheaper, with over 33 times the pageview headroom. It scores 3.7 out of 5 on our methodology.
Best for: Multi-site teams that want flat, all-features pricing across several domains and only need cookie consent and CCPA, not DSAR tooling.
Key Features
Consently ships the full consent toolkit on every tier, with no feature gating.
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GDPR opt-in and CCPA opt-out banners with automatic geotargeting by country
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Cookie and tracker scanning (weekly scheduled plus on-demand); detects cookies, scripts, iframes, and trackers
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Script and iframe blocking until consent is given
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35 banner languages; 10-plus policy languages
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Google Consent Mode v2 and Google AC v2 certified
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IAB TCF 2.3 supported
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Three policy generators (privacy policy, cookie policy, terms and conditions)
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Timestamped consent logs with export
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EU Frankfurt data hosting
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GTM, WordPress, Shopify, Wix, Webflow, and Squarespace integrations
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Live chat support on all plans; 14-day free trial, no credit card required
Pros
The strengths below make Consently a credible Osano replacement.
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All features on every plan: no tier upgrade required for CCPA opt-out or scanning
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5 domains for $199 per year: no per-domain billing and no add-on charges
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Over 90% cheaper than Osano Plus annually ($199/yr against $2,388/yr)
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1 million pageviews per month on Premium: 33 times Osano's 30K cap
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35 banner languages and three policy generators
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EU Frankfurt data hosting on all plans, with live chat on every tier
Cons
Weigh these honest limitations before choosing Consently.
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No DSAR workflow: teams that need data subject access request handling must use a separate tool
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Full Google CMP Partner listing is pending as of June 2026: Consently carries Google AC v2 certification, which handles Consent Mode signaling correctly but does not carry the full partner badge
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No free-forever plan: the 14-day trial is the only no-cost entry point
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No Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal detection: a gap if your US state-law audience relies on GPC
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Maturing scanner: solid for most sites, but less track record than Cookiebot's 13,000-plus cookie repository
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Younger platform (launched October 2025): fewer independent reviews and no long-tail user community yet
Pricing
Consently's plans break down as follows.
| Plan | Annual | Monthly | Domains | Pageviews/mo |
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| Basic | $99/yr | $8.25/mo | 1 | 100,000 |
| Premium | $199/yr | $16.50/mo | 5 | 1,000,000 |
| Enterprise | $499/yr | $41.50/mo | 10 | 3,000,000 |
All features on every plan. No per-domain add-ons. 14-day free trial.
Start your free 14-day Consently trial
What Users Say
The Consently review scores it 3.7 out of 5. It earns its highest marks on pricing and value, where flat multi-site pricing and feature completeness stand out.
The main constructive feedback centers on the maturing scanner, the pending CMP Partner listing, and the lack of DSAR tooling. These are three real gaps worth weighing if any of them match your requirements.
Migrating from Osano to Consently
Steps to migrate from Osano to Consently:
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Start the 14-day free trial at app.consently.net (no credit card required)
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Add your domain in the Consently dashboard and run the initial cookie scan
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Configure your banner geo-rules: GDPR opt-in for the EU; CCPA opt-out for California and applicable US states
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Replace the Osano script tag in your site's head with the Consently one-line embed or GTM tag
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Verify consent signals are firing correctly in your analytics and tag manager
Prior consent history from Osano does not transfer. This is true of any CMP migration, not a Consently limitation. The Consently Quick Start Guide (help.consently.net) describes a typical setup as under 30 minutes per domain. No Osano-specific migration tool exists; the process is a standard script swap.
5. Cookiebot: Highest US Compliance Score in the Set
Cookiebot earns a 4.2 US/CCPA composite, highest in this comparison, and a 4.0 Layer-1 overall, also the highest in the pool. It holds a Gold Tier Google CMP Partner designation, ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certification, and IAB TCF support. This is not the cheapest option. It is the most certified.
Best for: Teams leaving Osano not over price but for a stronger compliance posture: ad tech, enterprise vendor questionnaires, or publisher IAB TCF requirements.
Key Features
Cookiebot's feature set centers on what matters to an Osano leaver.
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Gold Tier Google CMP Partner
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ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 certified
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13,000-plus cookie repository for automatic categorization
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Monthly automated scanning with plan-tier auto-upgrade when scan results change
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CCPA opt-out, GPC signal handling, US multi-state support
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Google Consent Mode v2
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IAB TCF (the tier depends on your plan)
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40-plus banner languages
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Per-domain billing model; subdomains count as separate domains
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Trusted by 600,000-plus customers across 2.4 million sites
Pros
The strengths below make Cookiebot a credible Osano replacement.
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Most certified CMP in this comparison (Gold CMP, ISO 27001, ISO 27701)
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Set-and-forget scanning: automatic monthly rescans without manual intervention
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Deep cookie repository: 13,000-plus pre-classified cookies reduce manual work
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G2 users: "After deploying it, we no longer have to worry about compliance"
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TrustRadius: "The auto-generated cookie declaration is awesome. Saves so much time."
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Trusted at scale: 600,000-plus customers, 2.4 million sites
Cons
Weigh these honest limitations before choosing Cookiebot.
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Per-domain billing: a subdomain counts as a separate domain, which adds cost fast for multi-subdomain setups
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Scan auto-upgrades your plan tier, so your final tier is not confirmed until the scan completes and your cost is not fully predictable at signup
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No DSAR automation or legal document generators
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Setup involves two separate dashboards on new accounts, which creates initial friction
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More complex to configure than Osano at the self-serve level
Pricing
Free: 50 subpages, 1 domain. Paid: from $8 to $96 per domain per month, depending on subpage count. Enterprise functionality via Usercentrics Advanced.
What Users Say
Our Cookiebot review scores it 4.0 out of 5. Reviewers consistently praise its compliance depth and the set-and-forget nature of automated scanning.
The recurring complaint is per-domain billing: agencies and multi-site owners find the cost accumulates quickly.
If you are comparing the two directly, see Consently vs Cookiebot, or Cookiebot alternatives for the wider field.
Migrating from Osano to Cookiebot
Steps to migrate from Osano to Cookiebot:
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Sign up at cookiebot.com and install the Cookiebot script or WordPress plugin
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Run the initial domain scan, which may take up to 24 hours for a full site
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Confirm your plan tier and pricing after the scan completes, since the scan sets the tier
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Configure GDPR and CCPA geo-rules in the Cookiebot dashboard
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Deactivate the Osano script once you have confirmed the Cookiebot banner is live
Prior consent records from Osano are not portable to Cookiebot. No Osano-to-Cookiebot migration guide was available at Cookiebot as of this writing. The process is a standard script swap.
6. Complianz: Best Free Alternative for WordPress Owners
Complianz is a free WordPress plugin with over 1 million active installs and a 4.7/5 rating from 1,600-plus reviews on WordPress.org. It is Google CMP certified (July 2024), supports IAB TCF and GPC, and stores all consent data on your own server. There are no pageview caps because it is self-hosted. It scores 3.9 out of 5 on our methodology.
Best for: WordPress or Shopify owners who want a free, self-hosted banner with no pageview cap and no monthly bill.
Key Features
Complianz's feature set centers on what matters to an Osano leaver.
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Free WordPress plugin (WordPress.org) and Shopify integration
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GDPR, CCPA, LGPD, and ePrivacy compliance
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IAB TCF CMP ID 332; Google CMP certified (July 2024)
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Self-hosted: all consent data on your own servers, no third-party data transfer
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Region-specific consent logic (GDPR opt-in for the EU; CCPA opt-out for the US)
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No pageview cap (self-hosted)
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1 million-plus active installs; 4.7/5 on WordPress.org (1,600-plus reviews)
Pros
The strengths below make Complianz a credible Osano replacement.
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Free plugin on WordPress: lowest-cost alternative in the set
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Self-hosted: no vendor dependency for consent log storage
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No pageview cap: scales with your traffic without additional cost
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Strong WordPress integration: native plugin with GTM support and WooCommerce compatibility
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Google CMP certified since July 2024
Cons
Weigh these honest limitations before choosing Complianz.
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WordPress and Shopify only: not viable for Webflow, Wix, Squarespace, or custom platforms
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Plugin conflicts can break the consent banner: documented conflicts with certain caching and performance plugins
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No hosted SaaS: configuration is done inside WordPress or Shopify admin, with no standalone dashboard
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Less visual customization out of the box compared to hosted CMPs
Pricing
Free plugin at WordPress.org. Paid (for priority support and WPMU DEV integration): Personal $59 per year, Professional $179 per year, Agency $399 per year. Shopify: free to $14.99 per month.
What Users Say
Our Complianz review scores it 3.9 out of 5. Reviewers consistently cite it as the most capable free WordPress consent plugin available and describe setup as straightforward for WordPress-native teams.
The main constructive feedback is plugin conflicts and the lack of a standalone SaaS dashboard.
For alternatives to Complianz itself, see Complianz alternatives.
Migrating from Osano to Complianz
Steps to migrate from Osano to Complianz:
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Install the Complianz plugin on WordPress (or the Shopify app)
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Run the setup wizard: select regions, then let Complianz scan for cookies and third-party scripts
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Review the cookie list and adjust any misclassified cookies
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Set the banner to active and verify it displays correctly across browsers
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Deactivate and remove the Osano script
Prior consent records from Osano are not portable. Because Complianz is self-hosted, your new consent log lives on your own server from activation. No Osano-specific migration tool exists; the process is a plugin install and a fresh scan.
7. Usercentrics: Cross-Domain Consent Sharing and IAB GPP for US Multi-State Compliance
Usercentrics is the only tool in this comparison that offers cross-domain consent sharing at a self-serve tier (Pro, $30 per month for 3 domains). It also supports IAB GPP and MSPA for US multi-state compliance at the same tier. These two capabilities directly address Osano's two consent-configuration pain points. It scores 3.7 out of 5 on our methodology.
Best for: Osano leavers frustrated by per-domain rule management, and US teams across multiple state jurisdictions that need IAB GPP signaling.
Key Features
Usercentrics's feature set centers on what matters to an Osano leaver.
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Cross-domain consent sharing at the Pro tier (3 domains)
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IAB TCF v2.3 plus IAB GPP and MSPA at the Pro tier
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60 banner languages
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Gold Tier Google CMP Partner
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ISO 27001 on all tiers, including free
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Session-based billing with auto-upgrade when sessions exceed your tier
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A/B banner testing on higher tiers
Pros
The strengths below make Usercentrics a credible Osano replacement.
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Gold Tier CMP Partner, the same as Cookiebot
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Full US multi-state framework: IAB GPP and MSPA for cross-state signal consistency
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Cross-domain consent sharing: one configuration across multiple domains, which addresses Osano's biggest per-domain frustration
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60 languages: broadest language coverage in this set
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ISO 27001 on the free tier: enterprise-grade certification even for small accounts
Cons
Weigh these honest limitations before choosing Usercentrics.
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Session-based billing with auto-upgrade: traffic spikes can push you to the next tier automatically
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Setup complexity: more configuration options than most alternatives require, which creates friction at deployment
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Pro tier ($30 per month for 3 domains) is $360 per year, higher than Termly, CookieYes, or Consently for similar domain counts
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Not built for a consent-only buyer on a tight budget
Pricing
Free: 1,000 sessions per month. Essential: ~$7 per month. Plus: ~$15 per month. Pro: ~$30 per month (3 domains, cross-domain sharing, IAB GPP). Business: ~$50 per month (10 domains).
What Users Say
Our Usercentrics review scores it 3.7 out of 5: top marks for compliance breadth and certification, lower marks for ease of setup and self-serve value.
Reviewers praise the multi-framework coverage and flag the configuration depth as the main friction.
If its EUR-denominated, session-based pricing is a constraint, see Usercentrics alternatives.
Migrating from Osano to Usercentrics
Steps to migrate from Osano to Usercentrics:
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Create a Usercentrics account and set up your first domain
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Configure cross-domain consent at the Pro tier, set up fresh since no Osano consent data carries over
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Configure your CCPA opt-out, GPC, and IAB GPP rules for each applicable US state
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Install the Usercentrics script or use the GTM container template
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Deactivate Osano once you have confirmed consent signals are firing correctly
No Osano-specific Usercentrics migration guide exists. Prior Osano consent records are not portable; the process is a standard script swap with a fresh cross-domain setup.
8. CookieHub: Sessions-Based Billing with ISO 27001 Certification
CookieHub uses sessions-based billing, not per-domain billing. One account covers all your domains. ISO 27001 certification applies on every plan, including free. GPC signal handling and IAB GPP are available at the Business tier (EUR 30 per month), which also includes DSAR tools. It scores 3.9 out of 5 on our methodology.
Best for: Teams that want one account across all domains and value ISO 27001 certification on every plan, including free.
Key Features
CookieHub's feature set centers on what matters to an Osano leaver.
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Sessions-based billing (all domains on one account)
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ISO 27001 certification on all plans
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Google CMP Partner
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IAB TCF 2.3, IAB GPP, and GPC at the Business tier
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DSAR tools at the Business tier
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Free plan: 1,000 sessions per month
Pros
The strengths below make CookieHub a credible Osano replacement.
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ISO 27001 on all plans: enterprise-grade certification even at free and entry pricing
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Sessions billing: no per-domain add-ons or domain-count surprises
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Google CMP Partner certified
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DSAR tools bundled at the Business tier
Cons
Weigh these honest limitations before choosing CookieHub.
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GPC, IAB GPP, and framework-complete features gated to Business (EUR 30 per month): EUR 360 per year before GPC is available
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Auto-upgrade on sessions: a traffic spike moves you to the next tier automatically, without a warning threshold
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Documented auto-blocking conflicts with WP Rocket, LiteSpeed, and Cloudflare Rocket Loader (vendor-acknowledged)
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Monthly scanning only on lower tiers (not weekly or on-demand)
Pricing
Free: 1,000 sessions per month. Starter: EUR 6 per month. Business: EUR 30 per month (GPC, IAB TCF 2.3, IAB GPP, DSAR). Enterprise: custom.
What Users Say
Our CookieHub review scores it 3.9 out of 5. Reviewers value the ISO 27001 certification and the session billing model.
The main constructive feedback is that auto-blocking conflicts with common performance optimization tools that require workarounds.
For comparison, see CookieHub alternatives.
Migrating from Osano to CookieHub
Steps to migrate from Osano to CookieHub:
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Create a CookieHub account, which covers all your domains under one login
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Add your domains and run the cookie scan on each
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Configure CCPA opt-out and, on the Business tier, enable GPC and IAB GPP
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Install the CookieHub script or WordPress plugin
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Confirm the banner fires correctly, then deactivate the Osano script
Prior consent records from Osano are not portable. If you run performance plugins like WP Rocket or LiteSpeed, check CookieHub's documented auto-blocking workarounds during setup. The process is a standard script swap.
9. CookieFirst: EU-Hosted and Certified for US-EU Dual Coverage
CookieFirst is hosted on DigitalOcean's Amsterdam datacenter (ISO 27001, SOC 1/2 Type II, and PCI-DSS certified). Its entry plan costs EUR 9 per month (EUR 99 per year) per domain. It was acquired by the iubenda and team.blue group in January 2025. It scores 3.8 out of 5 on our methodology.
Best for: Teams leaving Osano over EU data-hosting concerns that want certified European infrastructure at entry pricing.
Key Features
CookieFirst's feature set centers on what matters to an Osano leaver.
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EU-hosted (Amsterdam, DigitalOcean: ISO 27001, SOC 1/2 Type II, PCI-DSS)
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GDPR, CCPA, LGPD compliance
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Google CMP Partner
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40-plus banner languages
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IAB TCF at the Plus tier
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Soft 250,000 pageview per month limit (overage handled on request)
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Per-domain billing
Pros
The strengths below make CookieFirst a credible Osano replacement.
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Best-in-class datacenter certification for EU data residency: ISO 27001, SOC 1/2 Type II, PCI-DSS at the hosting level
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40-plus languages
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EUR 9 per month (EUR 99 per year): competitive entry price per domain
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Acquired by team.blue: operational continuity and infrastructure backing
Cons
Weigh these honest limitations before choosing CookieFirst.
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Per-domain billing: the same structural issue as Cookiebot and CookieYes for multi-site owners
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Cookie policy generation only: no privacy policy or terms generator
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IAB TCF gated to Plus (EUR 19 per month)
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EU-weighted community and documentation: US-specific CCPA guidance is thinner than GDPR content
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Recent acquisition may create platform uncertainty for some buyers
Pricing
Basic: EUR 9 per month (EUR 99 per year), 1 domain, 250K pv/mo soft limit. Plus: EUR 19 per month (EUR 209 per year), IAB TCF.
What Users Say
Our CookieFirst review scores it 3.8 out of 5. Reviewers cite the certified EU hosting and competitive entry price as the top reasons to choose it.
The constructive feedback is on per-domain billing and thin legal document tooling.
For comparison, see CookieFirst alternatives.
Migrating from Osano to CookieFirst
Steps to migrate from Osano to CookieFirst:
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Create a CookieFirst account and add your domain
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Run the cookie scan to build your category list
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Configure your GDPR and CCPA geo-rules, and enable IAB TCF on the Plus tier if you need it
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Install the CookieFirst script or WordPress plugin
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Confirm the banner fires correctly, then deactivate the Osano script
Prior consent records from Osano are not portable. Your CookieFirst consent log is hosted in Amsterdam from activation. No Osano-specific migration tool exists; the process is a standard script swap.
10. iubenda: Deepest Legal Document Library with IAB TCF on Essentials
iubenda's Essentials plan (~$6 per month per site) includes IAB TCF 2.2, the lowest IAB TCF entry price in this comparison. It also contains over 2,400 lawyer-drafted policy clauses and WCAG AAA accessibility compliance. It is ISO 27001 certified and a Google CMP Partner. It scores 3.6 out of 5 on our methodology.
Best for: Teams that want IAB TCF at the lowest price plus deep, lawyer-drafted legal documents, and can absorb a more complex setup.
Key Features
iubenda's feature set centers on what matters to an Osano leaver.
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IAB TCF 2.2 on the Essentials tier
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2,400-plus lawyer-drafted policy clauses
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WCAG AAA accessibility compliance
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ISO 27001 certified
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Google CMP Partner; Google Consent Mode v2
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GDPR, CCPA, LGPD compliance
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Per-site billing; overage at EUR 0.05 per 1,000 pageviews above the Ultimate cap
Pros
The strengths below make iubenda a credible Osano replacement.
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IAB TCF at the cheapest entry price in this comparison (~$6 per month)
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2,400-plus lawyer-drafted policy clauses: strongest legal document depth in the set
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WCAG AAA: highest accessibility compliance standard
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ISO 27001 certified
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Google CMP Partner
Cons
Weigh these honest limitations before choosing iubenda.
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Most complex setup in the set: G2 ease-of-setup 5.0 out of 10
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Per-site billing; overage charges apply above the Ultimate tier
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No DSAR tools
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Essentials cap is 25,000 pageviews: one of the lower caps in the set
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EU-weighted product evolution; CCPA guidance secondary to GDPR
Pricing
Essentials: ~$5.99 per month (~$72 per year) per site, 25K pv. Advanced: ~$24.99 per month, 50K pv. Ultimate: ~$99.99 per month, 150K pv (overage EUR 0.05 per 1K).
What Users Say
Our iubenda review scores it 3.6 out of 5. Reviewers cite the legal document library depth and WCAG AAA compliance as standout strengths.
The consistent criticism is setup complexity and per-site pricing at scale.
If the setup friction is a blocker, see iubenda alternatives.
Migrating from Osano to iubenda
Steps to migrate from Osano to iubenda:
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Create an iubenda account and add your site
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Generate your legal documents from the clause library, then run the cookie scan
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Configure your GDPR and CCPA geo-rules, and enable IAB TCF on Essentials
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Install the iubenda script, allowing extra time for the Google Tag Manager integration
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Confirm the banner fires correctly, then deactivate the Osano script
Prior consent records from Osano are not portable. Budget more setup time than the other tools here, since iubenda scores lowest for ease of setup. No Osano-specific migration tool exists; the process is a standard script swap.
Which Osano Alternative Is Right for You?
The right choice depends on why you are leaving Osano.
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If the $199/month Plus price is too high for a cookie banner: Termly ($15 per month, 1 site) or Consently ($199 per year, 5 domains) cut the bill while keeping CCPA coverage.
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If you need DSAR plus consent but cannot justify Osano's enterprise pricing: Enzuzo Pro ($59 per month annual, 10 domains, DSAR included) is the only Tier 1 option that bundles both.
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If you need the strongest US certification posture: Cookiebot (4.2 US composite, Gold CMP, ISO 27001 and 27701) leads the pool.
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If you need cross-domain rule sharing: Usercentrics Pro (cross-domain consent sharing, IAB GPP) ends Osano’s per-domain configuration.
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If you are on WordPress and want a free option: Complianz (free plugin, 1M-plus installs, Google certified) has no pageview cap.
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If the 30,000-visitor cap is the primary constraint for one site: CookieYes Pro (300K pv/mo, $25 per month) is the direct substitution.
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If you need EU data-hosting certification: CookieFirst (Amsterdam, ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI-DSS) is the clearest fit.
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If you need IAB TCF at the lowest possible price: iubenda Essentials (~$6 per month with IAB TCF) is the cheapest entry point.
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If you want sessions billing without per-domain counting: CookieHub (sessions-based, ISO 27001 on all plans) covers all domains on one account.
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If you still need a full privacy program: Osano remains the right tool at its enterprise tier, covering consent, DSAR, data mapping, vendor risk monitoring, and privacy training at a fraction of OneTrust’s cost.
For the general landscape of CMP options, see the best consent management platforms compared.
FAQs
Is there a free alternative to Osano?
Yes, several free options exist. Complianz offers a free WordPress plugin with no pageview cap, Google CMP certification, and IAB TCF support. CookieYes has a free plan covering 5,000 pageviews per month on one domain. Usercentrics provides a free tier for up to 1,000 sessions per month. CookieHub's free plan covers 1,000 sessions per month with ISO 27001 certification. Consently offers a 14-day free trial (no credit card required) but has no free-forever plan.
What are the best Osano alternatives?
The strongest Osano alternatives are Enzuzo, Consently, and Cookiebot, depending on which Osano limitation you are escaping. Enzuzo bundles DSAR with consent at SMB pricing. Consently cuts the bill to $199 per year for 5 domains with every feature included. Cookiebot leads on certification at 4.0 out of 5 in our reviews. Termly, CookieYes, Complianz, Usercentrics, CookieHub, CookieFirst, and iubenda fit narrower needs.
Does Osano offer a free plan?
Yes. Osano's Solo plan is free for 1 user, 1 domain, and 5,000 monthly visitors. It does not include the $500,000 No Fines Guarantee, privacy templates, or UK and GDPR representative services. Those are available from Plus ($199 per month) and Basic Privacy (custom) respectively.
How hard is it to migrate from Osano to another CMP?
The migration itself is straightforward: install the new CMP script or plugin, configure your geo-rules and compliance settings, then deactivate the Osano script. The technical step takes under an hour for most sites. The constraint is that prior consent records do not transfer between CMP providers. You start with a fresh consent log on the new platform. This is normal for CMP migrations. The new banners recapture consent from returning visitors, which satisfies compliance going forward.
What is the cheapest alternative to Osano for CCPA compliance?
Termly Pro+ at $15 per month ($180 per year) is the cheapest compliance-complete option for a single US site. It includes unlimited pageviews, CCPA opt-out, GPC signal handling (must be manually enabled), Google Gold CMP Partner certification, and 10 attorney-drafted legal documents. Consently Premium at $199 per year covers 5 domains and 1 million pageviews per month for teams managing multiple sites.
Does Consently support CCPA like Osano does?
Yes. Consently includes CCPA opt-out banners and automatic US versus EU geotargeting on every plan, including Basic ($99 per year). Two differences from Osano matter. First, Osano Plus also bundles DSAR automation and vendor risk tools, which Consently does not. Second, Consently does not yet support Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal detection. For cookie consent and CCPA banner compliance, Consently covers the core ground at a substantially lower price.
Which Osano alternative is best for publishers and ad tech?
Cookiebot or Usercentrics. Both hold Gold Tier Google CMP Partner status and support IAB TCF for programmatic advertising consent. Usercentrics additionally supports IAB GPP and MSPA, which covers US multi-state privacy signal requirements for publisher ad stacks. For publishers serving both GDPR and US state-law audiences, Usercentrics Pro ($30 per month, IAB GPP) is the most complete option here.
Why is Osano so expensive?
Osano prices for a full privacy program, not a cookie banner. The Plus plan ($199 per month) is designed for small businesses that want consent plus privacy templates and UK and GDPR representative services. The enterprise tiers (Start, Trust, Scale) add DSAR automation, data mapping, vendor risk management, and privacy training. Competitors that offer only cookie consent and CCPA compliance can price significantly lower because they solve a narrower problem. The $500,000 No Fines Guarantee also adds perceived insurance value, though its terms limit coverage to enterprise plan customers.
Does Osano's $500K compliance guarantee apply to all plans?
No. The $500,000 guarantee applies to enterprise plans only: Start, Trust, and Scale (listed as Basic Privacy on the self-serve pricing page). The free Solo plan is explicitly excluded. The Plus plan ($199 per month) is not listed among covered plans. Only the custom-quoted enterprise tier carries the guarantee. Additional conditions apply: implement all Osano products per documentation, notify Osano within 24 hours of regulatory contact, and avoid dark patterns or unauthorized modifications.
