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Ethico vs NAVEX EthicsPoint

The short answer

Both quote prices rather than publishing them; Ethico quotes one price that includes configuration, training and support. Ethico answers every call with a live, in-house U.S.-based specialist and lists 200+ languages, a RESTful API and single sign-on.

By LeadChange Research TeamUpdated
Not scored yet14 of 25 facts verifiedFacts checked Oct 22, 2026
Best for
Organizations that want every hotline call answered by a live specialist

Choose Ethico if

  • You want every hotline call answered by a live, in-house specialist.
  • You want one price that includes configuration changes, training and support.
  • You want a RESTful API and HRIS connectors.
  • You need intake in 200+ languages.
Best for
Enterprises running global investigations with board reporting

Choose NAVEX EthicsPoint if

  • You need people named in a case kept away from it automatically.
  • Your security review requires ISO 27001.
  • You want to start on Essentials and move to an enterprise edition.
  • You want awareness materials included.

LeadChange Score: editorial assessment based on public information.

Scorecard

Ethico wins 0NAVEX EthicsPoint wins 31 tie

Ethico vs NAVEX EthicsPoint by dimension
DimensionEthicoNAVEX EthicsPoint
PricingNeither publishes prices. Ethico states that one price covers software, configuration, training and support, with no fees for scripts, directives or reports. Quote onlyQuote onlyQuote only
CapabilitiesNAVEX EthicsPoint documents 10 of the 11 items on our ethics hotline checklist, including implicated-party screening. Ethico documents 8. 24/7 web, phone and mobile intake, AI-guided intake with live-agent support (Nira), Machine translation of reports and follow-ups, AI-enhanced implicated-party screening, Power BI dashboards with incident benchmarks, Included awareness materials8 of 11 core capabilities10 of 11 core capabilities
SecurityNAVEX states SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001. Ethico states an annual SOC 2 Type 2 audit. YesSOC 2SOC 2, ISO 27001, GDPR
Fit and supportNAVEX covers small, mid-sized and enterprise programs with its Essentials and Professional editions. Ethico publishes a dedicated enterprise offer. Small businesses, mid-market companies, enterprisesEnterprisesSmall businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises

Key differences

Where Ethico and NAVEX EthicsPoint differ (3)
AttributeEthicoNAVEX EthicsPoint
Best forEnterprisesSmall businesses, mid-market companies, enterprises
Support channelsDedicated implementation support, included training, ongoing support teamSupport portal, phone
HeadquartersCharlotte, North CarolinaLake Oswego, Oregon
Show 4 attributes where they are the same
Where they are the same (4)
AttributeEthicoNAVEX EthicsPoint
Pricing modelQuote onlyQuote only
Price transparencyQuote onlyQuote only
DeploymentCloudCloud
SOC 2 Type II

Analysis by dimension

Pricing. Neither publishes prices. Ethico states that one price covers software, configuration, training and support, with no fees for scripts, directives or reports.

Capabilities. NAVEX EthicsPoint documents 10 of the 11 items on our ethics hotline checklist, including implicated-party screening. Ethico documents 8.

Integrations. Ethico connects to HRIS and identity providers through pre-built connectors and a RESTful API, with single sign-on. NAVEX says EthicsPoint integrates with existing systems and names Power BI.

Security. NAVEX states SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001. Ethico states an annual SOC 2 Type 2 audit.

Fit and support. NAVEX covers small, mid-sized and enterprise programs with its Essentials and Professional editions. Ethico publishes a dedicated enterprise offer.

Neither one?

Whistlelink

Whistlelink has the highest LeadChange Score in Ethics Hotline & Whistleblowing after excluding these two (9.3/10).

From $119/mo

Frequently asked questions

Is Ethico or NAVEX cheaper?

Neither publishes prices. Ethico’s quote includes configuration changes, training and support, so compare it with a NAVEX quote for the same edition and services.

Who answers the phone, Ethico or NAVEX?

Ethico answers every call with a live, in-house U.S.-based specialist. NAVEX uses Nira AI to guide reporters, with live-agent support when needed.

Which integrates better with HR systems, Ethico or NAVEX?

Ethico documents pre-built HRIS and identity connectors and a RESTful API. NAVEX says EthicsPoint integrates with existing systems and names Power BI dashboards.

Are Ethico and NAVEX SOC 2 audited?

Yes: Ethico has an annual SOC 2 Type 2 audit, and NAVEX states SOC 2 Type II plus ISO 27001 since December 2025.

How many languages do Ethico and NAVEX support?

Ethico lists 200+ supported languages. NAVEX offers machine translation for report details and follow-ups without a published count.

What are the alternatives to Ethico and NAVEX?

Among the ethics hotline providers we review, EQS Integrity Line, SpeakUp, FaceUp, Red Flag Reporting, WhistleBlower Security, Whistlelink and Safe Hotline are the other options; Whistlelink and Safe Hotline publish prices.

Which is better for small businesses, Ethico or NAVEX EthicsPoint?

NAVEX EthicsPoint lists small businesses among the sizes it is built for; Ethico is built for enterprises.

Ethico or NAVEX EthicsPoint? Your answer in 3 questions

Your team size, what matters most and your role: see which one fits more of your answers, from verified facts and list prices. Then, if you like, ask to hear from both.

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