Diligent vs Ideagen Pentana Audit
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of 11 Best Audit Management Software 2026 (Ranked for Internal Audit). Last verified July 9, 2026.
The short answer
Diligent ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #8) for Internal audit, risk, and compliance teams. Audit joined to board governance and ACL data analytics.
At a glance
| Diligent | Ideagen Pentana Audit | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / 11 Best Audit Management Software 2026 (Ranked for Internal Audit) | #8 / 11 Best Audit Management Software 2026 (Ranked for Internal Audit) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.7 | 7.8 |
| Best for | Audit plus GRC and analytics | Risk-based audit for mid-market |
| Pricing | $$$$ (custom, typically $30,000+/yr) | $$$ (custom quote) |
| HQ | New York, USA | Nottingham, UK |
| Founded | 2001 | 1993 |
Diligent
Audit joined to board governance and ACL data analytics.
www.diligent.comSee full entry in 11 Best Audit Management Software 2026 (Ranked for Internal Audit)
Ideagen Pentana Audit
Solid risk-based audit planning with UK and EU strength.
www.ideagen.comSee full entry in 11 Best Audit Management Software 2026 (Ranked for Internal Audit)
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