Passiro vs Cookiebot
Cookie consent CMP · Prices as of April 2026
Cookiebot, now part of Usercentrics, is one of the most widely used consent management platforms in Europe with IAB CMP ID 134 and Google CMP Partner Gold status. It offers a free plan limited to 50 subpages and a single domain, with TCF available only on paid plans starting at $8/mo. Passiro includes TCF v2.3, Google Consent Mode v2, and automatic script blocking free of charge with no page or traffic limits.
Feature comparison
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Cookiebot | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Free, unlimited | Yes (1 domain, 50 subpages, basic banner, GCM v2, no TCF) |
| IAB TCF v2.3 | Free | From $8/mo (Premium Lite and above) |
| Google Consent Mode v2 | Free | Free (all plans) |
| Automatic script blocking | Free | Free (basic on free plan) |
| Google Ads compatible | Free | Paid (requires TCF on Premium) |
| Languages | 27 EU languages | 47+ languages |
| Google CMP Partner | In progress | Yes (Gold tier, CMP ID 134) |
| EU data residency | Yes (Denmark) | Yes (German parent company) |
| WCAG 2.2 scanner | Free / Paid | No |
| Public compliance badge | Free | No |
Cookiebot pricing
| Plan | Price |
|---|---|
| Free | 1 domain, 50 subpages, no TCF |
| Premium Lite | $8/mo (1 domain, 50 subpages, TCF) |
| Premium Medium | $34/mo (3,500 subpages) |
| Premium Large | $56/mo |
| Extra Large | $96/mo |
Free: 1 domain, 50 subpages. Premium Lite $8/mo (1 domain, 50 subpages, TCF). Premium Medium $34/mo (3,500 subpages). Premium Large $56/mo. Extra Large $96/mo. Auto-upgrade billing when subpage count exceeds tier. Prices doubled August 2025.
Passiro pricing: Cookie consent with TCF v2.3 is free forever with no page, domain, or traffic limits. WCAG scanning starts at €9/mo for scheduled scans.
Key differences
Passiro advantages
- Free TCF v2.3 with no page or domain limits
- Free WCAG 2.2 accessibility scanning included
- No auto-upgrade billing surprises
- Transparent pricing with no hidden tiers
- Public compliance badge for your website
Cookiebot advantages
- Google CMP Partner Gold with IAB CMP ID 134
- 47+ languages vs Passiro's 27
- Geotargeting for region-specific banners
- 13,000+ cookie database for automatic categorisation
- Established ecosystem with WordPress/Shopify plugins
When to choose Cookiebot
Choose Cookiebot if you need a Google-certified CMP Partner with an established IAB CMP ID, geotargeting for region-specific consent banners, or support for more than 27 languages. Their 13,000+ cookie database and mature WordPress plugin with 600K+ installs make them a safe choice for organisations that prioritise vendor certification over cost.
When to choose Passiro
Choose Passiro if you want TCF v2.3 and Google Consent Mode v2 without paying for it, and you do not want to worry about subpage limits or auto-upgrade billing. Passiro also includes WCAG 2.2 accessibility scanning, which Cookiebot does not offer at any price tier.
Frequently asked questions
Cookiebot offers a free plan limited to 1 domain and 50 subpages. It includes Google Consent Mode v2 but does not include IAB TCF support. TCF requires the Premium Lite plan at $8/mo or higher. Passiro includes TCF v2.3 free with no page limits.
Cookiebot is a Google CMP Partner Gold with CMP ID 134 and supports 47+ languages. Passiro offers free TCF v2.3 with no page limits and includes WCAG 2.2 accessibility scanning. Cookiebot requires paid plans for TCF; Passiro includes it free. Passiro does not yet have a Google CMP Partner certification or IAB CMP ID.
After doubling prices in August 2025, Cookiebot plans start at $8/mo (Premium Lite, 50 subpages) up to $96/mo (Extra Large). A typical single-site plan with 3,500 subpages costs $34/mo. The free plan is limited to 50 subpages with no TCF.
Cookiebot supports IAB TCF, but only on paid Premium plans starting at $8/mo. The free plan does not include TCF. Passiro includes TCF v2.3 on all plans including the free tier.
Yes. Passiro offers free IAB TCF v2.3, Google Consent Mode v2, and automatic script blocking with no page or domain limits. Unlike Cookiebot, Passiro does not require a paid plan for TCF support. Passiro also includes WCAG 2.2 accessibility scanning at no extra cost.
Ready to try Passiro?
Free cookie consent with TCF v2.3, Google Consent Mode v2, and WCAG 2.2 scanning. No credit card required.