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If your business takes credit cards, you need PCI compliance testing, and you probably need it fast and without breaking the bank. Old-school pentesting firms are slow, expensive, and deliver confusing reports that don’t help you get compliant. We do things differently with affordable, manual pentests that deliver actionable reports in about a week.
Why PCI Compliance Testing Is a Big Deal
PCI compliance testing is the process of checking your systems to make sure they protect customer card data. This usually means a combination of automated scans and a manual penetration test, which is where we come in.
We focus on one thing: providing fast, affordable manual pentests that get you compliant. Our certified experts (holding OSCP, CEH, and CREST certifications) act like real hackers to find the security gaps that automated tools always miss. We skip the long waits and deliver a clear, actionable report in about a week so you can fix the issues and pass your audit.
Understanding Scans vs Manual Pentesting
It's easy to mix up vulnerability scans and penetration tests, but for PCI compliance, they are totally different. A vulnerability scan is like an automated security patrol that checks for common, known ways a hacker could get in. It's a good first step, but it only scratches the surface.
A penetration test is a hands-on attack simulation by a real human expert. Our OSCP, CEH, and CREST certified testers don't just check for unlocked doors; they actively try to break in, finding complex weaknesses that scanners are programmed to miss. This manual approach is required by PCI DSS for a reason, it's the only way to prove your security works.
You can learn more about this in our guide on PCI DSS penetration testing requirements. The key takeaway is that you need both: automated scans to catch the easy stuff and a manual pentest to find what scanners can't.
Follow This Simple PCI Pentesting Checklist
Getting ready for your PCI penetration test doesn’t have to be complicated. A little prep helps us deliver your report within a week. First, we need to define the scope, which means mapping out every system that touches card data. This ensures we focus only on what your auditor cares about.
Next, give your IT team a heads-up that we're coming so they don't mistake our test for a real attack. Finally, we establish a clear point of contact on your team. This direct line of communication helps us get answers quickly and avoid the delays that plague traditional pentesting firms. For a deeper dive, check out our PCI DSS compliance checklist.
How Our Fast Affordable Pentesting Works
Tired of waiting weeks for an expensive, confusing pentest report? We built our process to be the exact opposite. We focus on speed, affordability, and reports you can actually use to get compliant.
Our streamlined process gets you from our first call to a final, audit-ready report in about a week. We start with a quick scoping call, then our OSCP, CEH, and CREST certified pentesters get to work finding real-world vulnerabilities. You get a clear report with step-by-step instructions, and after you fix the issues, we verify them and issue your clean report.
The market for PCI compliance services is growing, with some analysts predicting it will hit USD 7.011 billion by 2025 according to Data Insights Market. We’re focused on making sure our piece of that is fast, effective, and affordable for businesses like yours.
The Real Cost of Failing PCI Compliance
Failing a PCI compliance test isn't just an administrative headache; it's a direct hit to your wallet. Banks can start hitting you with non-compliance fines of $5,000 to $100,000 per month. For most businesses, that's a crippling expense. You can see more about PCI compliance penalties for 2025.
Those fines are just the beginning. If non-compliance leads to a data breach, the costs explode. You'll face forensic investigation fees, card replacement costs, increased transaction fees, and customer lawsuits. Beyond the money, the damage to your reputation and customer trust can be the most destructive consequence of all.
An affordable penetration test is a small investment to avoid these massive costs. Our service is designed to find the gaps that lead to compliance failures and breaches, protecting your business and your customers without the sky-high prices of traditional firms.
Choosing Your Best PCI Pentesting Partner
Picking the right partner for your PCI compliance testing comes down to three things: speed, expertise, and affordability. Traditional security firms are often slow, expensive, and lack transparency, which is frustrating when you just need to get compliant and move on.
We built our service to be the affordable alternative. Our process is fast, with reports delivered in about a week. Our team's expertise is proven with top certifications like OSCP, CEH, and CREST. Most importantly, we provide fixed, upfront pricing so you know the exact cost before we start, which you can compare to what general payment industry experts may offer.
Your Top PCI Testing Questions Answered
Let's cut through the jargon with some straight answers to common questions about PCI compliance testing. We want to make this simple so you can protect your business without the usual sticker shock.
PCI DSS requires a full penetration test at least once a year and after any "significant change" to your systems. If we find vulnerabilities, that's a good thing! It means we found them before a real attacker did. Our report will give you clear, step-by-step instructions to fix each issue, and we'll re-test to verify the fix.
The cost depends on the scope, but our entire model is built to be the affordable option for businesses that can't afford big-firm prices. We deliver the same expert-level, manual PCI compliance testing from certified professionals at a fraction of the cost. Ready for a clear, no-nonsense quote? Get in touch through our contact form.