--- title: "6 Best Free Construction Estimating Software 2026 | Capterra" description: "Learn about and compare the 6 best free Construction Estimating software in 2026. Understand the pros and cons and cost of each tool to narrow your choices." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/construction-estimating-software/s/free/" page_type: "subcategory" language: "en" --- # Best Construction Estimating Software for free ## Top 7 free products, ranked by reviewer ratings ### Ranked free Construction Estimating products | Rank | Product | Rating | Key attribute | Starting price | Key features | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Contractor+](https://www.capterra.com/p/213952/Contractor/) | 4.7 out of 5 (56 category reviews) | Highly rated for Functionality | $98.00 Flat Rate, Per Month | Bid Management, Customizable Templates | | 2 | [ConWize](https://www.capterra.com/p/248166/ConWize/) | 4.9 out of 5 (43 category reviews) | Highly rated for Quality of Support | Contact vendor | Bid Management, Customizable Templates, Multiple Projects | | 3 | [Billdr](https://www.capterra.com/p/10008715/Billdr-PRO/) | 4.9 out of 5 (12 category reviews) | Highly rated for Quality of Support | $180.00 Flat Rate, Per Month | Bid Management, Customizable Templates, Multiple Projects, Project Management, Project Tracking, Quotes/Estimates | | 4 | [Methvin](https://www.capterra.com/p/67515/Methvin-Estimating/) | 4.6 out of 5 (11 category reviews) | Highly rated for Value for Money | $79.00 Flat Rate, Per Month | Bid Management, Customizable Templates, Multiple Projects, Project Management, Project Tracking, Quotes/Estimates, Reporting/Analytics, Subcontractor Management, Takeoff | | 5 | [RIB Candy](https://www.capterra.com/p/126567/Candy/) | 4.5 out of 5 (103 category reviews) | Highly rated for Quality of Support | $200.00 Flat Rate, Per Month | Bid Management, Multiple Projects, Project Management, Project Tracking, Quotes/Estimates, Reporting/Analytics, Subcontractor Management, Takeoff | | 6 | [STACK](https://www.capterra.com/p/147181/STACK-Takeoff/) | 4.5 out of 5 (259 category reviews) | Highly rated for Quality of Support | $299.00 Flat Rate, Per Month | Bid Management, Project Management, Project Tracking, Quotes/Estimates, Reporting/Analytics, Takeoff | | 7 | [Houzz Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/) | 4.3 out of 5 (110 category reviews) | Highly rated for Ease of Use | $399.00 Flat Rate, Per Month | Bid Management, Customizable Templates | For the complete directory, see [the full product list](#full-product-list). --- ## See top 7 product details ### 1. [Contractor+](https://www.capterra.com/p/213952/Contractor/) Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (56 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Functionality Starting price: $98.00 Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bid Management - Customizable Templates --- ### 2. [ConWize](https://www.capterra.com/p/248166/ConWize/) Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (43 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Quality of Support Starting price: Contact vendor Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bid Management - Customizable Templates - Multiple Projects --- ### 3. [Billdr](https://www.capterra.com/p/10008715/Billdr-PRO/) Rating: 4.9 out of 5 (12 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Quality of Support Starting price: $180.00 Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bid Management - Customizable Templates - Multiple Projects - Project Management - Project Tracking - Quotes/Estimates --- ### 4. [Methvin](https://www.capterra.com/p/67515/Methvin-Estimating/) Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (11 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Value for Money Starting price: $79.00 Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bid Management - Customizable Templates - Multiple Projects - Project Management - Project Tracking - Quotes/Estimates - Reporting/Analytics - Subcontractor Management - Takeoff --- ### 5. [RIB Candy](https://www.capterra.com/p/126567/Candy/) Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (103 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Quality of Support Starting price: $200.00 Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bid Management - Multiple Projects - Project Management - Project Tracking - Quotes/Estimates - Reporting/Analytics - Subcontractor Management - Takeoff --- ### 6. [STACK](https://www.capterra.com/p/147181/STACK-Takeoff/) Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (259 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Quality of Support Starting price: $299.00 Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bid Management - Project Management - Project Tracking - Quotes/Estimates - Reporting/Analytics - Takeoff #### Pros based on reviews - Intuitive and beginner-friendly design - Automated processes reduce workload #### Cons based on reviews - Frequent glitches disrupt workflow - Slow performance on large projects --- ### 7. [Houzz Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/) Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (110 category reviews) Key attribute: Highly rated for Ease of Use Starting price: $399.00 Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Available Free version: Available #### Features reviewers most value - Bid Management - Customizable Templates #### Pros based on reviews - Comprehensive design project tools - Integrated mood board creation #### Cons based on reviews - Complex and costly billing processes - Unintuitive and slow user interface --- ## All construction estimating software with a free version [4.5 (1399)](https://www.capterra.com/p/147181/STACK-Takeoff/reviews/) Easy-to-use, cloud-based takeoff and estimating software for construction contractors. Mac & PC compatible. Custom training & support! [Learn more about STACK](https://www.capterra.com/p/147181/STACK-Takeoff/) Construction Estimating features reviewers most value Bid Management Customizable Templates Multiple Projects Project Management Project Tracking Quotes/Estimates Reporting/Analytics Subcontractor Management Takeoff 82% recommend this product [## Houzz Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/) [4.3 (1088)](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/reviews/) [Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/construction-estimating-software/#shortlist) Lghtning-fast takeoffs, built-in labor and material costs, and professionally polished templates [Learn more about Houzz Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/) Construction Estimating features reviewers most value Bid Management Customizable Templates Multiple Projects Project Management Project Tracking Quotes/Estimates Reporting/Analytics Subcontractor Management Takeoff [## RIB Candy](https://www.capterra.com/p/126567/Candy/) [4.5 (252)](https://www.capterra.com/p/126567/Candy/reviews/) Estimating & Project Management Software includes QTO, Estimating, Planning, Forecasting, Cash flow, Valuations & EVM. [Learn more about RIB Candy](https://www.capterra.com/p/126567/Candy/) Construction Estimating features reviewers most value Bid Management Customizable Templates Multiple Projects Project Management Project Tracking Quotes/Estimates Reporting/Analytics Subcontractor Management Takeoff 86% recommend this product Connect with a Capterra advisor for a free 15-minute consultation Get a personalized software list aligned to your business needs with guidance from our expert advisors. [## Contractor+](https://www.capterra.com/p/213952/Contractor/) [4.7 (231)](https://www.capterra.com/p/213952/Contractor/reviews/) [Capterra Shortlist](https://www.capterra.com/construction-estimating-software/#shortlist) Build construction estimates with Estimatic AI, local cost data, options, and add-ons, then connect approved work to jobs. [Learn more about Contractor+](https://www.capterra.com/p/213952/Contractor/) Construction Estimating features reviewers most value Bid Management Customizable Templates Multiple Projects Project Management Project Tracking Quotes/Estimates Reporting/Analytics Subcontractor Management Takeoff 81% recommend this product [## BuildingConnected Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/156791/BuildingConnected/) [4.6 (204)](https://www.capterra.com/p/156791/BuildingConnected/reviews/) Streamline bid management with BuildingConnected. Access +1,000,000 construction professionals to simplify bid workflow. [Learn more about BuildingConnected Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/156791/BuildingConnected/) Construction Estimating features reviewers most value Bid Management Customizable Templates Multiple Projects Project Management Project Tracking Quotes/Estimates Reporting/Analytics Subcontractor Management Takeoff 87% recommend this product [## On-Screen Takeoff](https://www.capterra.com/p/121585/On-Screen-Takeoff/) [4.3 (155)](https://www.capterra.com/p/121585/On-Screen-Takeoff/reviews/) On-Screen Takeoff® is the trusted digital takeoff solution that contractors use to measure plans faster, smarter, and more accurately. [Learn more about On-Screen Takeoff](https://www.capterra.com/p/121585/On-Screen-Takeoff/) Construction Estimating features reviewers most value Bid Management Customizable Templates Multiple Projects Project Management Project Tracking Quotes/Estimates Reporting/Analytics Subcontractor Management Takeoff [## Roofr](https://www.capterra.com/p/208102/Roofr/) [4.6 (101)](https://www.capterra.com/p/208102/Roofr/reviews/) Join thousands of roofers who successfully streamline their sales process with Roofr  [Learn more about Roofr](https://www.capterra.com/p/208102/Roofr/) Construction Estimating features reviewers most value Bid Management Customizable Templates Multiple Projects Project Management Project Tracking Quotes/Estimates Reporting/Analytics Subcontractor Management Takeoff 87% recommend this product [## House Flipping Spreadsheet](https://www.capterra.com/p/162177/House-Flipping-Spreadsheet/) [4.7 (97)](https://www.capterra.com/p/162177/House-Flipping-Spreadsheet/reviews/) House Flipping Software built for House Flippers, Rehabbers & Wholesalers. [Learn more about House Flipping Spreadsheet](https://www.capterra.com/p/162177/House-Flipping-Spreadsheet/) Construction Estimating features reviewers most value Bid Management Customizable Templates Multiple Projects Project Management Project Tracking Quotes/Estimates Reporting/Analytics Subcontractor Management Takeoff [## zzTakeoff](https://www.capterra.com/p/10027215/zzTakeoff/) [5.0 (71)](https://www.capterra.com/p/10027215/zzTakeoff/#reviews) zzTakeoff is a cloud-based construction takeoff software that allows real-time collaboration for teams on construction blueprints. [Learn more about zzTakeoff](https://www.capterra.com/p/10027215/zzTakeoff/) Construction Estimating features reviewers most value Bid Management Customizable Templates Multiple Projects Project Management Project Tracking Quotes/Estimates Reporting/Analytics Subcontractor Management Takeoff [## ConWize](https://www.capterra.com/p/248166/ConWize/) [4.9 (45)](https://www.capterra.com/p/248166/ConWize/reviews/) THE MOST ADVANCED CLOUD-BASED TENDERING SOFTWARE FOR MAIN CONTRACTORS [Learn more about ConWize](https://www.capterra.com/p/248166/ConWize/) Construction Estimating features reviewers most value Bid Management Customizable Templates Multiple Projects Project Management Project Tracking Quotes/Estimates Reporting/Analytics Subcontractor Management Takeoff ## Top-rated software of 2026 ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox. 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