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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Page 6 - Reviews of On-Screen Takeoff

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MH

Mike H.  
Estimator  
Construction  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Really Good product!"

September 19, 2018

4.0

Pros

Covers all trades. You can integrate with subs as well.Takeoff is fast and easy. Also offers great adaptability.

Cons

The user interface could be improved. Needs better reporting as well. The software has no ability to copy and paste into a document. No real other complaints.

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GA

GUILLERMO A.  
President  
Architecture & Planning  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Functionality"

January 29, 2017

4.0

I use this software every single day and I know there a software that you can do the same thing faster.

Pros

I like the tool assign areas. Is good when there are many walls height.

Cons

You can't do circular take off in a singular click. You have do this in a multiples click delaying the process.

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JC

Jesse C.  
Project Manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Use OST for budgeting and bidding large building construction projects."

July 27, 2017

5.0

Time savings

Pros

Ability to quickly preform takoffs on multiple drawings. All of the drawing takeoffs are summarized in a table to use in our estimating software.

Cons

Setting up the different types of takeoffs needed can be time consuming up front. Also dislike, loading the drawings into the software program.

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EB

Evan B.  
Proprietor  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Okay- but better options out there "

November 26, 2019

4.0

Pros

On Screen Takeoff is a good software, and very powerful but difficult to navigate through the menus and load/manipulate drawings. With the advancement of technology I feel there are better options out there currently. Both web based and computer based

Cons

The software had lots of menus and was sometimes confusing and difficult to navigate. I have found a better take off software to utilize for my business now. It is web based and very intuitive

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RLL

Ricky Lininger L.  
Owner  
Glass, Ceramics & Concrete  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Easy to use"

January 17, 2017

4.0

I have been using On Screen Takeoff for my estimates for a while now. After trying a lot of the options out there, I find that it's the easiest to use. Helps speed up the takeoffs so I can complete more estimates, in return winning more jobs.

Pros

Easy to use.

Cons

Nothing.

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KT

Karen T.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### "powerful tool"

October 3, 2016

5.0

Makes estimating easier by far, the ability to color code and export speficiations into programs such as Excel help with other office functions as well

Pros

Makes the estimating job easier

Cons

The wait time for support should something go wrong

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NA

N. A.  
owner  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "This is the most amazing program"

January 9, 2017

4.0

I found a program at a price that was better than the others. it seems much more do-able for me. Figure out what your time is worth. How did you do the takeoff and bid so quick. You'll see how fast the software pays for itself. It's definitely worth it.

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JAI

Jose A. I.  
Project Manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Very Nice and capable software. Not as user friendly as it could be. "

January 24, 2017

4.0

We use the online version of this software (OASIS). It is very robust and it has a lot of filters and functionalities. It produces very nice summaries and graphic outputs (takeoffs with legend and quantities). Once the plans are uploaded, the quality drops down dramatically (I guess for efficiency purposes) and the output graphs and plots are low quality also, but they make a great reference tool. The main problem I see is that it does not has user-friendly controls/commands, it is almost counter-intuitive the way it works if compared to other engineering Softwares. Once you burn that stage and get used to the commands, it gets back to the very powerful tool it is.

Pros

See above

Cons

See above

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AM

Aziz M.  
Lead Estimator  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "A Unique Software for Estimation Purposes"

November 14, 2016

5.0

It is a coupe of years i am using On-Screen Takeoff and i love it, it helps me as much as i want.

Pros

This software can find square footage of any architectural shape. Just needs to move-in.

Cons

Looking for more options.

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JW

John W.  
Vice President  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "New Software"

October 4, 2016

5.0

We are a lighting wholesaler that specializes in Multi-Family lighting. For years we have been counting jobs by hand through printing plans and highlighting. On Screen Takeoff from On Center has made our counting much easier and accurate.

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PT

Phil T.  
Chief estimator  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Using for only 2 or 3 monthsGetting better slowly"

June 1, 2017

4.0

No more printing of plans until job is awarded. No more highlighting with markers.

Pros

Quicker highlighting and take off. Better view of drawings on screen. Looking at more than 1 page at a time.

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CK

Casey K.  
Drywall Estimator/Project Manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "New Features Rock"

January 4, 2017

5.0

I've been using this program for years and always having to right click to change condition properties or to add an overlay. The latest version has buttons for each of these commands. Awesome Job. Love It!

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JE

John E.  
Project Manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "On Screen Take off"

December 5, 2016

5.0

Excellent product for doing fast take-offs and estimations.

Pros

Fast task-off of walls, ceilings and other surfaces for finish/paint systems.

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AA

Andrew A.  
Estimator  
Glass, Ceramics & Concrete  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Overally Complicated For a Simple Program"

March 8, 2018

4.0

Pros

This software has a ton of great features that help to takeoff projects. The overlay feature is amazing as well as the details window.

Cons

The product is not as user-friendly as I would like and looks to be out dated. Customer service was not as helpful as I would hope for either.

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MD

Matthew D.  
Estimator  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Estimating"

November 8, 2016

4.0

Very user friendly software and helps quantify sf and lf takeoffs.

Pros

easy to use, quick to learn

Cons

is not easily available from home

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BW

Ben W.  
Project Manager  
Design  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "My review of On-Screen Takeoff"

August 1, 2018

5.0

Pros

One of the many pros of the on-screen takeoff software is the efficiency of the software. Not only does it make my job easier, it's effortless.

Cons

I have yet to have any issues with On-Screen Takeoff; the software has been combed through by its developers and is virtually flawless.

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MA

Mike A.  
Director  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Very Solid System"

November 10, 2016

4.0

The software is easy to learn and use with little to no confusion.

Pros

Easy, accurate, affordable.

Review Source

MS

Mario S.  
Estimator  
Construction  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "On-Screen Takeoff and Quick Bid by On Center Software Review"

July 19, 2019

4.0

Pros

The software is similar to other takeoff software, so it is easy to get used to.

Cons

This product suffers from the same thing that plagues most other takeoff software. The loading times to open a project with a lot of items taken off are high.

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RU

Rich U.  
  
Construction  
Used the software for:

### "On-Screen Takeoff | Advanced Takeoff Software"

December 31, 2013

4.5

Pros

I enjoy the quick and professional technical support. They are always responsive, pleasant and helpful.

Cons

I am continually discouraged by their high price for continuing education, classes, & webinars.

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JR

Joe R.  
Owner  
  
Used the software for:

### "Awesome Software!!!!!!!"

March 22, 2016

5.0

I have used OST for over 8 years. Nothing is better out there

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Response from ConstructConnect

March 22, 2016

Joe, Thank you for being a loyal customer. It is always great to hear our software is helping you in your business. Looking forward to serving you for another 8 years! On Center

TW

Timothy W.  
  
  
Used the software for:

### ""

July 2, 2013

4.0

I have used On-Screen Takeoff for the last 7 years. It is very efficient and saves me a lot of time. Those who are still using scales and rulers don’t know what they’re missing. I feel lost without On-Screen Takeoff.

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JP

Jose P.  
President  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "On-screen Takeoff Review"

January 11, 2017

5.0

Using OST has made estimating projects 1000 times easier. What used to take me and entire day or two now just takes me a few hours.

Pros

I love the fact that all the material is able to be organized in its own category and area.

Cons

Zoom/pan is a bit difficult. I wish the scroll wheel on a mouse could be used to resolve this.

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NR

Nathan R.  
Estimator  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "On-Screen Takeoff Review"

October 18, 2016

5.0

I work in an estimating department and we use your product all the time to get either quick take offs and references or full in-depth take offs by trade.

Pros

I like the ease of use and well thought out interface. The tools do exactly what you need them to do and speed up the take off process

Cons

Price

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PE

Phil E.  
Construction Director  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Amazing Takeoff software!"

October 12, 2016

4.0

I have been using OST for close to 10 years now and have found it to be a most useful software even beyond its amazing takeoff capabilities. Takeoffs are quick and easy and once coupled with the database of your creation or QuickBid, can provide exacting results that can be utilized in any size company or project.

Pros

Intuitive, easy to learn, numerous shortcuts for the experienced user, easy to create libraries of reusable building assemblies, Customer Service has always been spectacular when needed.

Cons

Updates can be precarious (but there is Customer Service), doesn't link to a database like RSMeans (last I checked).

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JP

Jacob P.  
Estimator  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Berglund Construction - Estimating Dept Review"

September 9, 2016

4.0

Pros

Ease to use. Allow for quick quantity, linear footage, or square footage takeoffs.

Cons

No additional rules that can be applied for total estimate (labor and material rates). Also, cannot pull up takeoffs performed by another user.

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