--- title: "Best Electrical Estimating Software 2026 | Capterra" description: "Find the top Electrical Estimating software of 2026 on Capterra. Based on millions of verified user reviews - compare and filter for whats important to you to find the best tools for your needs." source_url: "https://bx-capterra-k5jkkbcd6-g2dm.vercel.app/electrical-estimating-software/" page_type: "category" language: "en" --- # Best Electrical Estimating Software Last updated on July 27, 2026 Verified Insights Provider data verified by our Software Research team and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) ## Countfire Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (249 reviews) Profile: [Countfire](https://www.capterra.com/p/144811/Countfire/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Countfire is the next generation of electrical estimating software. 7-day trial – no downloads, no credit card and cancel anytime. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.7 out of 5 - Customer Service: 5.0 out of 5 - Features: 4.6 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.4 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: Not available Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: Yes ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Takeoff: 4.9 rating - Automatic Backup: 4.8 rating - Quotes/Estimates: 4.3 rating - Electrical Estimating: 4.6 rating #### Lowest rated features - Data Import/Export: 4.4 rating - Real-Time Updates: 4.4 rating - Customizable Reports: 4.5 rating - Job Costing: 4.3 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Clare W. Reviewer details: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 51-200 employees Published: July 7, 2025 > "It’s fast, intuitive, and has really helped us streamline how we handle take-offs." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.7 out of 5 (249 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Joe H. Reviewer details: Construction, 51-200 employees Published: May 13, 2026 > "It was especially useful for producing structured, repeatable estimates without having to manually calculate everything each time." ### Integrations tab Countfire connects with 1+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/144811/Countfire/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - Microsoft Excel: 5.0 rating --- ## Electrical Bid Manager Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (32 reviews) Profile: [Electrical Bid Manager](https://www.capterra.com/p/35869/Electrical-Bid-Manager/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Win more profitable bids in half the time! Use PDF plans for takeoff, add our support staff to your team, and use the latest technology #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.2 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.2 out of 5 - Features: 4.1 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.0 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: $1495.00 Free trial: Yes Free demo: Yes ### Features tab #### Most popular features - Takeoff: Available - Quotes/Estimates: Available - Billing & Invoicing: Available - Scheduling: Not available - Data Import/Export: Not available - Project Management: Not available - Cost Database: Available - Job Management: Not available - Change Order Management: Available - Accounting Integration: Available - Bid Management: Available - Customer Management: Available ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.2 out of 5 (32 reviews) --- ## Procore Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (2,669 reviews) Profile: [Procore](https://www.capterra.com/p/56250/Procore/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Procore construction management software handles construction projects, resources, people, and financials from planning to closeout. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.4 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.5 out of 5 - Features: 4.3 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.1 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Pros: - Centralized construction management platform - Comprehensive project tracking tools Cons: - Frequent bugs and workflow disruptions - Cumbersome email notification system #### Starting price Starting price: Not available Pricing details: Per User, Per Year Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Change Order Management: 4.0 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Joseph C. Reviewer details: Construction, 51-200 employees Published: August 26, 2022 > "Procore will allow all of the projects managed within our company to be managed in a single, universal format which will significantly increase efficiency." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.4 out of 5 (2,669 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Joe W. Reviewer details: Construction, 51-200 employees Published: June 3, 2026 > "The best thing about Procore is the real time updating of drawings and progress pics so everybody on my team knows where we stand without having to reach out and start an email chain." ### Integrations tab Procore connects with 81+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/56250/Procore/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - Box: 4.4 rating - Microsoft SharePoint: 4.4 rating - Smartsheet: 4.5 rating - Okta: 4.7 rating - Domo: 4.3 rating - ClearPathGPS: 4.9 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Dora Y. Reviewer details: Construction, 51-200 employees Published: February 11, 2025 > "The best benefit of Procore is core integration." --- 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. ## Autodesk Forma Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (2,208 reviews) Profile: [Autodesk Forma](https://www.capterra.com/p/218046/Autodesk-Construction-Cloud/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Autodesk Forma unites office & field teams across projects. Autodesk Construction Cloud is now part of Forma, some names may differ. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.2 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.2 out of 5 - Features: 4.1 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.0 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Pros: - Centralized team collaboration platform - Comprehensive construction management tools Cons: - Frequent glitches and inconsistencies - Slow performance and lag #### Starting price Starting price: Not available Pricing details: Other Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Project Management: 4.0 rating - Customizable Templates: 4.0 rating - Dispatch Management: 4.0 rating - Document Storage: 4.0 rating #### Lowest rated features - Job Costing: 4.0 rating - Mobile Access: 4.0 rating - Takeoff: 4.0 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: mohamed R. Reviewer details: Architecture & Planning, 201-500 employees Published: July 29, 2024 > "good to use with the user friendly interfaces." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.2 out of 5 (2,208 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Jasmin M. Reviewer details: Construction, 11-50 employees Published: March 29, 2026 > "I liked Autodesk Construction Cloud for centralizing project data and enabling real-time collaboration." ### Integrations tab Autodesk Forma connects with 86+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/218046/Autodesk-Construction-Cloud/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - Google Drive: 4.0 rating - Dropbox: 4.5 rating - Microsoft Excel: 4.3 rating - OneDrive: 2.0 rating - Box: 4.4 rating - Microsoft SharePoint: 4.0 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Rafael D. Reviewer details: Building Materials, Self-employed Published: August 19, 2025 > "For firms already using Revit, Civil 3D, and other Autodesk products, the integration is a key advantage." --- ## Jobber Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (1,468 reviews) Profile: [Jobber](https://www.capterra.com/p/127994/Jobber/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Join over 250K home service pros using Jobber. Organize your business, win more jobs, and get paid 4X faster. Get started today. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.6 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.6 out of 5 - Features: 4.3 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.4 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Pros: - Integrated scheduling and billing tools - Centralized business organization Cons: - Frequent glitches and slowdowns - Limited and basic reporting options #### Starting price Starting price: $39.00 Pricing details: Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Scheduling: 4.9 rating - Billing & Invoicing: 4.8 rating - Calendar Management: 4.4 rating - Mobile Access: 5.0 rating #### Lowest rated features - Customizable Branding: 4.5 rating - Activity Dashboard: 4.7 rating - Electronic Signature: 4.7 rating - Quotes/Estimates: 5.0 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Clover H. Reviewer details: Consumer Services, Self-employed Published: July 29, 2025 > "I’ve been using it for years now, and one of the things I’ve always appreciated is how seamless and user-friendly the platform is." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.6 out of 5 (1,468 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Lorin D. Reviewer details: Consumer Services, 1-10 employees Published: March 10, 2026 > "It helps manage scheduling, quotes, invoices, and client communication all in one place. As our company has grown and we’ve added employees and recurring routes, having a system like Jobber has made a big difference in keeping everything organized." ### Integrations tab Jobber connects with 35+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/127994/Jobber/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - PayPal: 4.6 rating - Mailchimp: 4.0 rating - QuickBooks Online: 4.3 rating - Google Calendar: 4.0 rating - Stripe: 4.5 rating - Zapier: 4.7 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Jeremiah K. Reviewer details: Facilities Services, 1-10 employees Published: April 24, 2026 > "I like how Jobber can integrate seamlessly with my bank and accounting software." --- ## STACK Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (1,398 reviews) Profile: [STACK](https://www.capterra.com/p/147181/STACK-Takeoff/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Fast & Accurate Takeoff & Estimating for Electrical Contractors. Bid & Win more work with STACK! Create A Free Account Today! #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.5 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.7 out of 5 - Features: 4.2 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.3 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Pros: - Intuitive learning experience - Automated workflows and efficiency Cons: - Frequent glitches and crashes - Lag and slow response times #### Starting price Starting price: $2599.00 Pricing details: Flat Rate, Per Year Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Takeoff: 4.7 rating - Quotes/Estimates: 4.2 rating - Automatic Backup: 4.8 rating - Job Management: 4.8 rating #### Lowest rated features - Customizable Reports: 3.5 rating - Job Costing: 4.3 rating - Real-Time Updates: 4.0 rating - Project Management: 4.5 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: George C. Reviewer details: Construction, 51-200 employees Published: May 18, 2026 > "Excel formula functionality makes it easy to build take-offs." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.5 out of 5 (1,398 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Erik K. Reviewer details: Construction, 51-200 employees Published: May 19, 2026 > "Awesome support, great people, clean interface, support for detailed assemblies, ability to build out and maintain your own instance without having to hire someone, very sophisticated estimating interface, constant stream of upgrades and improvements." ### Integrations tab STACK connects with 15+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/147181/STACK-Takeoff/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - Google Drive: 4.7 rating - Dropbox: 4.5 rating - Microsoft Excel: 4.4 rating - OneDrive: 4.5 rating - QuickBooks Online: 4.3 rating - Procore: 3.6 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Zeke K. Reviewer details: Construction, 51-200 employees Published: April 2, 2024 > "Its super easy to use and we take advantage of the integration that’s in it." --- ## Houzz Pro Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (1,088 reviews) Profile: [Houzz Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? All-in-one solution for construction & design with AI tools to win projects, manage clients & teams, and run an efficient business. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.2 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.3 out of 5 - Features: 4.2 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.0 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Pros: - Comprehensive design workflow support - Efficient mood board creation Cons: - Complex and costly billing processes - Unintuitive and slow user interface #### Starting price Starting price: $399.00 Pricing details: Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Job Costing: 4.6 rating - Project Management: 4.3 rating - Quotes/Estimates: 4.3 rating - Mobile Access: 3.8 rating #### Lowest rated features - Takeoff: 1.0 rating - Billing & Invoicing: 3.3 rating - Change Order Management: 3.0 rating - Document Storage: 4.0 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: tiffany A. Reviewer details: Design, 1-10 employees Published: December 19, 2023 > "I like the user friendliness of the program." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.2 out of 5 (1,088 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Hallye N. Reviewer details: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, 11-50 employees Published: April 1, 2026 > "Strong all-in-one platform for design professionals featuring 3D floor plans, mood boards, project management, CRM, invoicing, client portals, and the highly praised Clip Tool for sourcing products." ### Integrations tab Houzz Pro connects with 13+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - Google Drive: 4.0 rating - Zoom Workplace: 4.6 rating - Microsoft 365: 4.7 rating - Gmail: 4.6 rating - Google Meet: 4.5 rating - GoTo Meeting: 4.4 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: James L. Reviewer details: Construction, 1-10 employees Published: January 2, 2025 > "Still trying to integrate into my business. But when as I figure out each layer the benifits are great." --- ## FieldPulse Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (480 reviews) Profile: [FieldPulse](https://www.capterra.com/p/153475/FieldPulse/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Learn why thousands of electrical companies choose FieldPulse for its robust functionality, ease of use, and top-notch support. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.5 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.7 out of 5 - Features: 4.4 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.5 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Pros: - Streamlined and intuitive platform - Responsive in-app chat assistance Cons: - Frequent bugs and software glitches - Cumbersome data management processes #### Starting price Starting price: Not available Pricing details: Per Month Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Mobile Access: 4.8 rating - Billing & Invoicing: 4.6 rating - Quotes/Estimates: 4.6 rating - Scheduling: 4.4 rating #### Lowest rated features - Accounting Integration: 3.7 rating - Reporting & Statistics: 3.5 rating - Electronic Payments: 3.0 rating - Dispatch Management: 4.5 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Dan R. Reviewer details: Glass, Ceramics & Concrete, 1-10 employees Published: February 12, 2026 > "Having worked with other systems, I find FieldPulse pretty intuitive and easy to configure and manage." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.5 out of 5 (480 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Ghanshyam S. Reviewer details: Chemicals, 201-500 employees Published: May 5, 2026 > "The scheduling and real-time status tracking features delivered the most immediate value I could assign, monitor, and follow up on tasks from a single dashboard without chasing updates manually." ### Integrations tab FieldPulse connects with 9+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/153475/FieldPulse/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - Mailchimp: 4.5 rating - QuickBooks Online: 4.4 rating - Google Calendar: 4.4 rating - Zapier: 4.4 rating - QuickBooks Desktop: 4.1 rating - Azuga Fleet: 4.5 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Amber B. Reviewer details: Utilities, 11-50 employees Published: October 27, 2025 > "I like that Fieldpulse has so many integrations and capabilities that makes it easy for our team to complete all of their necessary work." --- ## ServiceTitan Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (336 reviews) Profile: [ServiceTitan](https://www.capterra.com/p/150053/ServiceTitan/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? ServiceTitan is AI for the trades - a purpose-built agentic operating system automating every workflow that runs a contracting business #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.1 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.0 out of 5 - Features: 4.2 out of 5 - Value for Money: 3.8 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Pros: - Supports scalable business growth - Comprehensive dispatch management tools Cons: - Frequent bugs and technical issues - High and variable pricing #### Starting price Starting price: Not available Pricing details: Per User Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Scheduling: 4.6 rating - Billing & Invoicing: 4.6 rating - Calendar Management: 4.8 rating - Mobile Access: 5.0 rating #### Lowest rated features - Accounting Integration: 3.8 rating - Data Import/Export: 3.7 rating - Dispatch Management: 4.5 rating - Quotes/Estimates: 4.7 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Lucianna O. Reviewer details: Construction, 11-50 employees Published: March 24, 2026 > "User-Friendly Interface: The platform is intuitive, making it easy for my team to navigate and utilize its features effectively." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.1 out of 5 (336 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Sai Akshith L. Reviewer details: Education Management, 11-50 employees Published: June 17, 2026 > "As a Records Management professional, I found ServiceTitan to be highly effective for centralizing enterprise data and tracking complex workflows. While the reporting tools require some manual adjustment for custom queries, the overall data integrity and efficiency gains are significant." ### Integrations tab ServiceTitan connects with 15+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/150053/ServiceTitan/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - QuickBooks Online Advanced: 4.2 rating - Sage Intacct: 4.7 rating - Birdeye: 4.7 rating - Broadly: 4.8 rating - One Step GPS: 4.8 rating - GPS Insight: 4.5 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Scott F. Reviewer details: Consumer Services, 1-10 employees Published: December 17, 2024 > "Support has improved 10 fold in the last year or so and having the ember, spark, and torch network adds a ton of value!" --- ## Service Fusion Rating: 4.3 out of 5 (308 reviews) Profile: [Service Fusion](https://www.capterra.com/p/135788/Service-Fusion/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Service Fusion helps electrical estimators streamline scheduling, invoicing, and payments—with no unnecessary features or per-user fees #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.3 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.3 out of 5 - Features: 4.1 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.2 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Pros: - Streamlined daily operations - Comprehensive employee coordination Cons: - Frequent technical disruptions #### Starting price Starting price: $245.00 Pricing details: Flat Rate, Per Month Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Dispatch Management: 4.8 rating - Real-Time Updates: 4.8 rating - Automatic Backup: 5.0 rating - Scheduling: 3.5 rating #### Lowest rated features - Mobile Access: 2.8 rating - Work Order Management: 3.0 rating - Billing & Invoicing: 3.3 rating - Calendar Management: 3.3 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Paul G. Reviewer details: Environmental Services, 11-50 employees Published: April 16, 2026 > "Everything you need for a CRM is easily accessible via the app or the online dashboard. " ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.3 out of 5 (308 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Johnathan B. Reviewer details: Utilities, 11-50 employees Published: April 16, 2026 > "The setup process was easy, the support team has been responsive and helpful, and the software has provided many features that benefit my business. While I would like to see improvements to the time tracking tools, I would still highly recommend Service Fusion to other service-based businesses." ### Integrations tab Service Fusion connects with 14+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/135788/Service-Fusion/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - QuickBooks Online: 4.2 rating - Google Calendar: 4.3 rating - QuickBooks Desktop: 3.9 rating - Microsoft Outlook: 4.7 rating - QuickBooks Online Advanced: 4.2 rating - Podium: 4.3 rating - PaySimple: 4.5 rating - Coast: 4.9 rating - pulseM: 4.5 rating --- ## Contractor+ Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (225 reviews) Profile: [Contractor+](https://www.capterra.com/p/213952/Contractor/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Streamline your contracting business with Contractor+, your all-in-one management tool for winning more bids and boosting profits! #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.6 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.6 out of 5 - Features: 4.6 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.6 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: $29.00 Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Billing & Invoicing: 4.9 rating - Activity Dashboard: 4.8 rating - Quotes/Estimates: 4.8 rating - Work Order Management: 4.5 rating #### Lowest rated features - Scheduling: 4.0 rating - Customizable Templates: 4.0 rating - Activity Tracking: 4.0 rating - Calendar Management: 4.0 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Benjamin M. Reviewer details: Real Estate, 1-10 employees Published: August 19, 2025 > "Verry clear simple format made it easy for me to figure out the software." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.6 out of 5 (225 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Kodi M. Reviewer details: Construction, 1-10 employees Published: February 20, 2026 > "The use of ai and simplify the entire business in one app including invoices, scheduling, job notes, and communication." ### Integrations tab Contractor+ connects with 6+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/213952/Contractor/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - PayPal: 4.0 rating - Gmail: 4.8 rating - Google Calendar: 4.6 rating - Stripe: 4.7 rating - authorize.net: 4.5 rating - CompanyCam: 4.8 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: JOSE H. Reviewer details: Construction, 1-10 employees Published: April 28, 2026 > "From Assintance to integration all in one place it is just no brainer to make the decision and get it!!!" --- ## B2W Estimate Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (200 reviews) Profile: [B2W Estimate](https://www.capterra.com/p/183197/B2W-Estimate/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Heavy construction estimating solution that helps businesses win bids by estimating with optimal speed, accuracy and strategic insight. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.5 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.7 out of 5 - Features: 4.4 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.4 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: Not available Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Most popular features - Takeoff: Available - Quotes/Estimates: Available - Billing & Invoicing: Not available - Scheduling: Available - Data Import/Export: Not available - Project Management: Available - Cost Database: Available - Job Management: Not available - Change Order Management: Available - Accounting Integration: Available - Bid Management: Available - Customer Management: Not available ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.5 out of 5 (200 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Gabe N. Reviewer details: Construction, 51-200 employees Published: November 14, 2025 > "vendor and sub management is very organized and makes quote evaluation very streamlined. " ### Integrations tab B2W Estimate connects with 2+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/183197/B2W-Estimate/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - B2W Track: 5.0 rating - B2W Schedule: 4.0 rating --- ## ArcSite Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (161 reviews) Profile: [ArcSite](https://www.capterra.com/p/156735/ArcSite/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? ArcSite lets you draw, quote, and sell from one app. Create drawings, takeoffs, and proposals without extra tools or office work. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.6 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.8 out of 5 - Features: 4.3 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.3 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: $15.00 Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Most popular features - Takeoff: Available - Quotes/Estimates: Available - Billing & Invoicing: Available - Scheduling: Not available - Data Import/Export: Available - Project Management: Available - Cost Database: Available - Job Management: Not available - Change Order Management: Available - Accounting Integration: Available - Bid Management: Available - Customer Management: Not available #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Peter C. Reviewer details: Construction, 11-50 employees Published: January 17, 2025 > "I really like the intuitive way this program draws and adds features, very easy to drop in items and integrate into the drawings." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.6 out of 5 (161 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Deanna W. Reviewer details: Construction, 11-50 employees Published: July 20, 2026 > "Arcsite is such a great program for designing yards for our landscaping company." ### Integrations tab ArcSite connects with 10+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/156735/ArcSite/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - QuickBooks Online: 5.0 rating - Zoho CRM: 4.3 rating - Zapier: 4.7 rating - Jobber: 4.6 rating - JobNimbus: 4.6 rating - ServiceTitan: 5.0 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Peter C. Reviewer details: Construction, 11-50 employees Published: January 17, 2025 > "I really like the intuitive way this program draws and adds features, very easy to drop in items and integrate into the drawings." --- ## Fergus Rating: 4.6 out of 5 (155 reviews) Profile: [Fergus](https://www.capterra.com/p/155571/Fergus/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Top rated all-in-one solution designed for trade businesses. Easily manage your jobs from when they come in until they are paid. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.5 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.6 out of 5 - Features: 4.3 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.5 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: A$53.00 Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Calendar Management: 4.0 rating - Mobile Access: 4.0 rating ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.5 out of 5 (155 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: SHARON D. Reviewer details: Construction, 11-50 employees Published: May 27, 2025 > "integration with xero and suppliers works treasonably well." ### Integrations tab Fergus connects with 10+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/155571/Fergus/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - Gmail: 4.8 rating - QuickBooks Online: 4.3 rating - Google Calendar: 4.8 rating - Stripe: 4.6 rating - Xero: 4.6 rating - Zapier: 4.7 rating - Microsoft Outlook: 4.5 rating - MYOB Business: 3.9 rating - Groundplan: 4.8 rating --- ## Tradify Rating: 4.7 out of 5 (152 reviews) Profile: [Tradify](https://www.capterra.com/p/152413/Tradify/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Tradify is an app for electricians to create job estimates, including quotes, invoices and scheduling jobs. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.7 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.8 out of 5 - Features: 4.4 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.7 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: $47.00 Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Customer Management: 5.0 rating - Project Management: 5.0 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Euan W. Reviewer details: Construction, 1-10 employees Published: January 28, 2021 > "Easy navigation with multiple ways to arrive at the correct screen so its user friendly" ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.7 out of 5 (152 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Daniel M. Reviewer details: Environmental Services, 1-10 employees Published: July 16, 2025 > "It’s a solid, user-friendly platform that helped streamline our quoting, scheduling, and invoicing processes." ### Integrations tab Tradify connects with 4+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/152413/Tradify/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - QuickBooks Online: 4.3 rating - Stripe: 4.6 rating - Xero: 4.6 rating - MYOB Business: 4.0 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Andy C. Reviewer details: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, Self-employed Published: January 29, 2021 > "Integration with MYOB is simple and clear." --- ## Simpro Rating: 4.0 out of 5 (147 reviews) Profile: [Simpro](https://www.capterra.com/p/10529/Simpro-Enterprise/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Discover Simpro - the powerful electrical estimating software to help streamline operations & increase profits! #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 3.7 out of 5 - Customer Service: 3.8 out of 5 - Features: 3.9 out of 5 - Value for Money: 3.8 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: Not available Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Calendar Management: 3.7 rating - Contact Database: 5.0 rating - Maintenance Scheduling: 5.0 rating - Quotes/Estimates: 3.0 rating #### Lowest rated features - Mobile Access: 1.5 rating - Automatic Backup: 1.0 rating - Billing & Invoicing: 4.0 rating - Cost Database: 4.0 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: İbrahim Enes Y. Reviewer details: Defense & Space, 5,001-10,000 employees Published: November 14, 2022 > "Great user interface, satisfying number of templates for project management processes" ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 3.7 out of 5 (147 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Joe H. Reviewer details: Construction, 51-200 employees Published: May 21, 2026 > "The scheduling, job tracking, and integration between different parts of the system stand out the most, saving time and improving visibility across projects. While there are a few areas that take some getting used to, the benefits definitely outweigh the drawbacks." ### Integrations tab Simpro connects with 46+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/10529/Simpro-Enterprise/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - QuickBooks Online: 5.0 rating - Google Calendar: 4.5 rating - Xero: 4.0 rating - Zapier: 4.7 rating - Square Payments: 5.0 rating - Microsoft Outlook: 5.0 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Gwyneth C. Reviewer details: Security and Investigations, 1-10 employees Published: February 17, 2022 > "Comprehensive features, with easy integration with accounting package. " --- ## Procore Estimating Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (116 reviews) Profile: [Procore Estimating](https://www.capterra.com/p/157661/Esticom/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Cloud-based takeoff and electrical estimating software purpose built for electrical and low voltage contractors. Free Trial #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.5 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.6 out of 5 - Features: 4.2 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.5 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: Not available Pricing details: Per Feature, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Activity Dashboard: 5.0 rating - Automatic Backup: 5.0 rating - Bid Management: 5.0 rating - Job Costing: 5.0 rating #### Lowest rated features - Project Management: 5.0 rating ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.5 out of 5 (116 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Mark B. Reviewer details: Construction, 11-50 employees Published: January 20, 2026 > "It gives me clear visibility into project progress, documents, and communication without having to chase updates across emails." ### Integrations tab Procore Estimating connects with 89+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/157661/Esticom/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - Google Drive: 4.8 rating - Dropbox: 4.5 rating - Gmail: 4.8 rating - OneDrive: 4.5 rating - Docusign: 4.7 rating - Box: 4.4 rating - Procore: 4.5 rating - Sage Construction Suite: 4.0 rating - GoFormz: 4.8 rating --- ## ServiceWorks Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (115 reviews) Profile: [ServiceWorks](https://www.capterra.com/p/183679/ServiceWorks/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Simplified and complete solution for your estimate and jobs, dispatch, inventory, point of sale, accounting, real time tracking. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 3.5 out of 5 - Customer Service: 3.6 out of 5 - Features: 3.6 out of 5 - Value for Money: 3.6 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Pros: - Comprehensive scheduling and dispatch tools Cons: - Frequent technical problems disrupt workflow #### Starting price Starting price: $948.00 Pricing details: Flat Rate, Per Year Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Calendar Management: 3.0 rating - Mobile Access: 1.0 rating ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 3.5 out of 5 (115 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Warren D. Reviewer details: Consumer Services, 51-200 employees Published: March 10, 2026 > "The vision of a unified platform that seamlessly integrates part ordering, scheduling, dispatching, and customer communication is exactly the kind of streamlined solution our workflow needs." ### Integrations tab ServiceWorks connects with 13+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/183679/ServiceWorks/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - QuickBooks Online: 3.6 rating - Shopify: 4.5 rating - Google Calendar: 4.8 rating - Stripe: 4.8 rating - Zapier: 5.0 rating - Square Payments: 1.0 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: steve C. Reviewer details: Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Self-employed Published: November 1, 2022 > "I think now its working ok my problem is integrating with quick book" --- ## Trimble Estimation Desktop Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (110 reviews) Profile: [Trimble Estimation Desktop](https://www.capterra.com/p/267718/Trimble-Estimation-Desktop/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Trimble Estimation Desktop is an estimating solution that enables MEP contractors to deliver accurate bids and win more jobs. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.2 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.4 out of 5 - Features: 4.2 out of 5 - Value for Money: 3.1 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: Not available Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Most popular features - Takeoff: Available - Quotes/Estimates: Available - Billing & Invoicing: Not available - Scheduling: Not available - Data Import/Export: Not available - Project Management: Not available - Cost Database: Available - Job Management: Not available - Change Order Management: Not available - Accounting Integration: Not available - Bid Management: Available - Customer Management: Not available ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.2 out of 5 (110 reviews) --- ## Knowify Rating: 4.5 out of 5 (109 reviews) Profile: [Knowify](https://www.capterra.com/p/135791/Knowify/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Knowify is construction software for trade contractors to bid, manage projects, and invoice for commercial and residential work. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.4 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.6 out of 5 - Features: 4.2 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.4 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: $99.00 Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Billing & Invoicing: 4.5 rating - Accounting Integration: 5.0 rating - Dispatch Management: 5.0 rating - Quotes/Estimates: 5.0 rating #### Lowest rated features - Activity Tracking: 3.0 rating - Mobile Access: 3.0 rating - Scheduling: 5.0 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Marie S. Reviewer details: Telecommunications, 11-50 employees Published: November 10, 2025 > "Easy navigation and the workflow integration is top notch." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.4 out of 5 (109 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Christina H. Reviewer details: Construction, 1-10 employees Published: September 16, 2025 > "I like that Knowify syncs with Quickbooks and allows us greater project management abilities, like tracking hours, project phase, AIA style billing and so much more." ### Integrations tab Knowify connects with 8+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/135791/Knowify/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - QuickBooks Online: 4.2 rating - QuickBooks Time: 4.7 rating - Zapier: 2.0 rating - Square Payments: 4.7 rating - QuickBooks Online Advanced: 4.5 rating - ChatGPT: 4.4 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: William R. Reviewer details: Construction, 1-10 employees Published: October 3, 2025 > "Additionally the QuickBooks and Companycam integrations are a huge bonis." --- ## McCormick Electrical Estimating Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (107 reviews) Profile: [McCormick Electrical Estimating](https://www.capterra.com/p/165314/Electrical-Estimating-Software/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Whether your company focus is commercial, industrial, or residential, McCormick Systems programs are powerful tools for your company. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.1 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.7 out of 5 - Features: 4.3 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.0 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: $300.00 Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Quotes/Estimates: 4.4 rating - Cost Database: 4.5 rating - Takeoff: 4.6 rating - Data Import/Export: 4.0 rating #### Lowest rated features - Project Management: 3.3 rating - Change Order Management: 3.8 rating - Task Scheduling: 2.0 rating - Work Order Management: 4.0 rating ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.1 out of 5 (107 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: John C. Reviewer details: Construction, 51-200 employees Published: June 17, 2026 > "The customer service tech's provide good insights on the program and helpful options to help enhance the use of the program to get the maximum benefit of creating estimates and creating cost summaries that meet our companies needs." ### Integrations tab McCormick Electrical Estimating connects with 1+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/165314/Electrical-Estimating-Software/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - FOUNDATION: 3.0 rating --- ## Synchroteam Rating: 4.4 out of 5 (96 reviews) Profile: [Synchroteam](https://www.capterra.com/p/129634/Synchroteam/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Efficiently create quotes and convert them to jobs with Synchroteam’s estimating tools. Free trial in <1 min. Live support. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.4 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.3 out of 5 - Features: 4.2 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.3 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: $49.00 Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Most popular features - Takeoff: Not available - Quotes/Estimates: Available - Billing & Invoicing: Available - Scheduling: Available - Data Import/Export: Available - Project Management: Available - Cost Database: Not available - Job Management: Available - Change Order Management: Not available - Accounting Integration: Available - Bid Management: Not available - Customer Management: Available #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Ankit K. Reviewer details: Information Technology and Services, 11-50 employees Published: August 4, 2025 > "I also appreciate the client entrance, which, in effect, requires an interface and no login." ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.4 out of 5 (96 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Antonio S. Reviewer details: Environmental Services, 1-10 employees Published: April 2, 2026 > "The scheduling and dispatching tools make daily operations much more efficient, and the mobile app keeps technicians well-connected in real time." ### Integrations tab Synchroteam connects with 11+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/129634/Synchroteam/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - Microsoft Excel: 4.8 rating - QuickBooks Online: 4.3 rating - Zoho CRM: 4.3 rating - Dynamics 365: 4.4 rating - Google Calendar: 4.0 rating - Stripe: 5.0 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Britney G. Reviewer details: Automotive, 51-200 employees Published: October 24, 2021 > "This is the only software that I found that could handle the range of locations and the variety of projects we do, while also integrating with our finance software via API." --- ## Trimble Accubid Anywhere Rating: 3.6 out of 5 (71 reviews) Profile: [Trimble Accubid Anywhere](https://www.capterra.com/p/193712/Trimble-Accubid-Anywhere/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Trimble® Accubid® Anywhere is a comprehensive cloud-hosted estimating solution for electrical contractors. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 3.4 out of 5 - Customer Service: 3.7 out of 5 - Features: 3.7 out of 5 - Value for Money: 2.9 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: $1.00 Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Job Costing: 2.5 rating - Customizable Templates: 2.7 rating - Change Order Management: 3.0 rating - Mobile Access: 4.0 rating #### Lowest rated features - Takeoff: 2.0 rating - Data Import/Export: 1.5 rating - Quotes/Estimates: 1.5 rating - Project Management: 2.0 rating ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 3.4 out of 5 (71 reviews) --- ## Groundplan Rating: 4.8 out of 5 (63 reviews) Profile: [Groundplan](https://www.capterra.com/p/154585/Groundplan/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Takeoff & Estimating software built for the electrical industry. As you count from plans, Groundplan generates you bill of quantities. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.7 out of 5 - Customer Service: 5.0 out of 5 - Features: 4.7 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.7 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: $75.00 Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: Yes Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Highest rated features - Quotes/Estimates: 5.0 rating - Document Storage: 4.4 rating - Data Import/Export: 4.7 rating - Takeoff: 4.3 rating #### Lowest rated features - Status Tracking: 4.5 rating - Customizable Templates: 5.0 rating - Mobile Access: 5.0 rating - Scheduling: 5.0 rating #### Feature-related review snippet Reviewer: Neil M. Reviewer details: Construction, 1-10 employees Published: August 2, 2024 > "The program is very transparent and easy to navigate around making it quick to construct take offs and estimates" ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.7 out of 5 (63 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Nick H. Reviewer details: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 1-10 employees Published: April 23, 2026 > "Like I'm said I'm still learning the software, and I want to integrate it more into my day-to-day work not just for projects." ### Integrations tab Groundplan connects with 7+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/154585/Groundplan/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - QuickBooks Online: 4.3 rating - Xero: 5.0 rating - ServiceM8: 4.5 rating - Fergus: 4.6 rating - Simpro: 4.5 rating - AroFlo: 5.0 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Nick H. Reviewer details: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing, 1-10 employees Published: April 23, 2026 > "Like I'm said I'm still learning the software, and I want to integrate it more into my day-to-day work not just for projects." --- ## Bolt Rating: 4.2 out of 5 (62 reviews) Profile: [Bolt](https://www.capterra.com/p/147310/Bolt-Subcontractor-Software/) Visible tabs: Overview, Features, Gallery, Integrations ### Overview tab #### What is this product about? Bolt is a project management, scheduling, and estimating solution built for trade contractors who work with new home builders. #### Rating breakdown - Ease of Use: 4.2 out of 5 - Customer Service: 4.2 out of 5 - Features: 4.0 out of 5 - Value for Money: 4.1 out of 5 #### Pros and cons based on reviews Not available #### Starting price Starting price: Not available Pricing details: Per User, Per Month Free trial: No Free demo: No ### Features tab #### Most popular features - Takeoff: Not available - Quotes/Estimates: Available - Billing & Invoicing: Available - Scheduling: Available - Data Import/Export: Available - Project Management: Available - Cost Database: Available - Job Management: Available - Change Order Management: Available - Accounting Integration: Available - Bid Management: Available - Customer Management: Not available ### Gallery tab Ease of use: 4.2 out of 5 (62 reviews) #### Related review snippet Reviewer: Hillel G. Reviewer details: Wholesale, Self-employed Published: September 10, 2025 > "Bolt shines as a comprehensive, trade-focused solution for managing construction projects—especially excelling at scheduling, estimating, and centralizing workflows with strong integrations." ### Integrations tab Bolt connects with 3+ software tools. [See all integrations](https://www.capterra.com/p/147310/Bolt-Subcontractor-Software/#integrations) #### Most popular integrations - NetSuite: 4.2 rating - QuickBooks Online Advanced: 4.4 rating - ECI MarkSystems: 4.1 rating #### Integrations-related review snippet Reviewer: Hillel G. Reviewer details: Wholesale, Self-employed Published: September 10, 2025 > "Bolt shines as a comprehensive, trade-focused solution for managing construction projects—especially excelling at scheduling, estimating, and centralizing workflows with strong integrations." --- Page 1 of 3 ## 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. Filter (83) Products: Sort By: Featured Partners * * * Plan Type Free Trial Popular 85% of professionals opt for a 30-day trial before the software purchase Other subsciption plans: Free Version Monthly Subscription Annual Subscription One-Time License Key Features All key features Popular We have selected the most important and critical features as defined by Capterra user reviews Accounting Integration AI Copilot Bid Management Billing & Invoicing Change Order Management Cost Database Customer Management Data Import/Export Generative AI Job Management Project Management Quotes/Estimates Reporting & Statistics Scheduling Takeoff Deployment Cloud, SaaS, Web-Based Desktop Mac Desktop Windows Desktop Linux On-Premise Windows On-Premise Linux Desktop Chromebook Mobile Android Mobile iPhone Mobile iPad Related Software Category: [Residential Construction Estimating Software](https://www.capterra.com/residential-construction-estimating-software/)[HVAC Estimating Software](https://www.capterra.com/hvac-estimating-software/)[Plumbing Estimating Software](https://www.capterra.com/plumbing-estimating-software/)[Electrical Contractor Software](https://www.capterra.com/electrical-contractor-software/)[Construction Estimating Software](https://www.capterra.com/construction-estimating-software/)[Remodeling Estimating Software](https://www.capterra.com/remodeling-estimating-software/) I'm looking for Electrical Estimating Software that is: [Free](https://www.capterra.com/electrical-estimating-software/s/free/)[For Mac](https://www.capterra.com/electrical-estimating-software/s/mac/)[For Small Businesses](https://www.capterra.com/electrical-estimating-software/s/small-businesses/) Table of Contents - [1\. What is electrical estimating software?](#1-what-is-electrical-estimating-software) - [2\. The benefits of electrical estimating software](#2-the-benefits-of-electrical-estimating-software) - [3\. Typical features of electrical estimating software](#3-typical-features-of-electrical-estimating-software) - [4\. The cost of electrical estimating software](#4-the-cost-of-electrical-estimating-software) - [5\. Considerations when purchasing electrical estimating software](#5-considerations-when-purchasing-electrical-estimating-software) ### 1\. What is electrical estimating software? [Electrical estimating software](https://www.capterra.com/electrical-estimating-software/) is a cost estimating tool designed specifically for electrical contractors across industrial, commercial, and residential sectors. The software helps estimate the cost and resources required to complete an electrical work order. It allows contractors to track multiple projects as well as the labor, materials, and skills required for them. Most electrical estimating software tools are integrated with pricing databases to help contractors create bids using the latest market-relevant prices of labor, resources, etc. These tools also assist with technician dispatching, job scheduling and estimating, and invoicing. * * * ### 2\. The benefits of electrical estimating software - **Improved bid accuracy:** The software helps create accurate bids by estimating the material, labor, and equipment costs for projects. Using these estimates, contractors can easily determine the true expenses for any project and place their quotations accordingly. - **Detailed project bids:** The software generates a bid package, which consists of a formal proposal along with a pricing estimate report. Contractors can use this package to prepare the project blueprint and make recommendations to add or remove elements that will help the project pass inspection. Detailed, well-informed, and professional bids naturally improve service delivery and client relationships. - **Less time to create and manage bids:** The automation capability of the software allows electrical contractors to handle multiple bids simultaneously, helping them utilize their time efficiently. Contractors can save time by using pre-installed templates to create bids and customizing them as per project requirements. The software also provides various formatting options to make the bids look professional and clean. * * * ### 3\. Typical features of electrical estimating software - **Cost database:** Access trade-specific databases of material and labor prices for accurate bidding. - **Electrical estimating:** Estimate potential as well as actual expenses incurred for any project. - **Bid management:** Create and manage the bid document, describing elements such as project execution plan, material specifications, and cost estimates.  - **Change order management:** Track change orders submitted across projects, and update the budget to reflect the most recent costs. - **Quotes/estimates:** Create and submit quotations for customer-requested services based on the estimated pricing information. - **Job management:** Manage and assign jobs to field workers, and provide them a job checklist to keep track of work progress. - **Project management:** Plan and coordinate the resources, costs, and time needed to execute project jobs. * * * ### 4\. The cost of electrical estimating software Most products in the market are priced on a “per user per month” basis and can be divided into three pricing tiers based on their starting price. **Price ranges\*:** - $33 - $120 - $120 - $167 - $167+ _\*The pricing included is for the entry-level/lowest-priced offering found on vendor websites on March 11, 2022. These ranges correspond to the 25th, 75th, and 100th percentiles of pricing information gathered from vendor websites of sample products._ The above list summarizes pricing for the base plans of most products. An enterprise or premium product that is priced higher may include additional features such as billing and invoicing, custom branding and templates, electronic payments, electronic signature, and mobile access. * * * ### 5\. Considerations when purchasing electrical estimating software - **Integrated accounting and billing capabilities:** Electrical contractors often follow a progressive billing approach so they are paid in advance for the labor and materials they hire or purchase. Manually updating such extensive bills and invoices can be time-consuming and prone to errors. Also, contractors may make wrong percentage calculations of material costs or forget to include change orders. To avoid such manual efforts in billing, contractors should select electrical estimating software that offers integrated billing and accounting capabilities. - **Flexibility:** The shortlisted estimating software should offer built-in checklists to ensure contractors cover every aspect of a project. In case they need to revise the project plan, the software should allow them to do so, without having to start from scratch. Contractors should also be able to make changes and compare previous versions side by side to evaluate what will work and what cost difference each version has. - **Mobile apps:** Using a mobile app, contractors can organize their team’s schedules, view team availability, and send notifications for any required updates. In addition, a mobile app allows workers to fill in the quality checklist provided by their manager. Workers can also upload pictures, if required, to report an issue on the job site. * * * **Sources** Products evaluated for the pricing calculation were taken from Capterra’s [electrical estimating software directory](https://www.capterra.com/electrical-estimating-software/). The pricing ranges exclude freemium versions of the products. The features highlighted were identified based on their relevance and the percentage of products in [Capterra’s directory](https://www.capterra.com/electrical-estimating-software/) that offer them.