# BEAMS Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is BEAMS the right Construction Management solution for you? Explore 25 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/140966/BEAMS-Software/reviews --- BEAMS 4.2 (25) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/140966/BEAMS-Software/alternatives/) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of BEAMS Ease of use 3.8 Customer Service 4.3 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 25 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Jason Vincent N. Estimator Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "BEAMS The Complete Package!" January 24, 2020 4.0 Pros Can't talk this up enough, its the complete solution for anyone in the Building or Construction Industry. The benefits of having one Software Application to do literally ALL the tasks needed to run our company can not be over stated. Cons Like any all-encompassing software it takes some effort to get your head around all the many and varied functionalities within the package, but with time, patience and persistence it has become our hub for everything within the business. Review Source JF Jason F. Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Linked Building Beams Review" February 28, 2020 4.0 Now that we have learned the program we find Beams to be a real asset to our business and we are constantly discovering clever functions which are really useful, time saving and reduce risk of duplication. Pros Having all the functions in one software is great & Beams estimating is very powerful allowing for fast, efficient and consistent take off's Cons I didn't find the program easy to learn and it is not always intuitive. The CRM is not up to speed with a lot of other CRM programs out there and has limited search and reporting functions. In general allowing better flexibility of content & presentation for reports in Beams would be a real improvement. Alternatives considered [Databuild](https://www.capterra.com/p/124483/Databuild-Estimating-Software/) Reason for choosing BEAMS It appeared to be a complete software package that linked Sales / Estimating / Site in a current program Switched from [Databuild](https://www.capterra.com/p/124483/Databuild-Estimating-Software/) The previous software was great for manual estimating, purchase orders and accounting but was clunky in some areas and needed external software to communicate with site. Review Source CB Craig B. CEO Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Beams potential" February 27, 2020 3.0 Integrated accounts, payroll, estimating and purchase order creation. Build process is painstakingly set up the potential for Beams mobile is also great. Pros 100% Australian owned and operated. The potential to fully integrate home building process for both project homes & custom home builders. The potential to be improved on modern software platforms. The potential for Beams administration to have home building templates for build process & production estimation in NSW. The potential for the set up of the basic Categories/Coast Centres for builders in NSW The potential to integrate with supply chain providers. E.g. Bunnings, Hume doors, Gainsborough, PGH, etc... Cons Australian created software originating from W.A. it is disjointed from the East Coast of Australia by way of building process, methodologies & glossary of terms. Time difference for technical support. The lack of information aligned to NSW builders. Too complex and areas for errors. Alternatives considered [Databuild](https://www.capterra.com/p/124483/Databuild-Estimating-Software/) Reason for choosing BEAMS Our CFO was engaged to search and advise on the best use for software program for the company change from Commercial Builder to Home Builder. Review Source BT Brad T. Builder Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Beams Review" February 19, 2020 4.0 Overall i am happy with the software and it has made administering the jobs easier and more professional. It definitely saves time in estimating jobs. Pros I like the fact that the software incorporates all aspects of a construction business not just estimating, it takes care of payroll, tax, scheduling, variations, purchase orders the lot. This was one of the reasons for choosing this software, the main reason for purchasing this software was because it is a desktop version not just on the cloud as most other packages are. Cons The least thing i like about this software is the support subscription costs per year are too expensive they are around 14% of the initial purchase price. One thing that beams does not offer and we are looking to other software for is a client communication portal where clients can see the progress of their build and communicate selections variations etc. directly with us. Alternatives considered [MYOB Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/183867/MYOB-Business/)[buildup](https://www.capterra.com/p/170997/buildup/)[Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/) Reason for choosing BEAMS The main reason for purchasing this software was because it is a desktop version not just on the cloud as most other packages are. Review Source SM Samantha M. Office Administrator Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "SM" February 19, 2020 4.0 Pros I mainly use the Accounts section and find it easy to use and navigate around. The reports you can generate are great. Completing the BAS using the Taxation Processing has made it easier for our Accountant. The Payroll Processing is simple and easy to use and STP reports generate with ease. Cons Something simple but I find it frustrating I have to minimize every tab to get back to the main menu, it would be nice to be able have that as a tab too. Review Source AT Anna T. Accounts Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Product Review " February 24, 2020 3.0 Pros The customer support is very helpful and easy to get through Cons I don’t like how you can’t amend an invoice once entered as you have to delete all entries to amend the date or amount if entered in error Reason for choosing BEAMS Business partner Switched from [MYOB Business](https://www.capterra.com/p/183867/MYOB-Business/) Business partner was using BEAMS in his previous business Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Beams - a real builders choice!" February 18, 2020 4.0 Pros Beams is a easy to use estimating software. We didn't have the accounts add on at first but now since we got it its brilliant. The customer support is always helpful and you don't wait to get through to the right person to help you through any issue you may be having. Cons I think the Beams Mobile is a helpful tool but could be updated and used more in tune with the back office program. It doesn't really work that well for day to day use calling up tasks onsite. I think they should look for it to be more cloud based and have bank feeds to the accounts software to reconcile accounts. Alternatives considered [Databuild](https://www.capterra.com/p/124483/Databuild-Estimating-Software/) Reason for choosing BEAMS The customer service and support Switched from [Xero](https://www.capterra.com/p/120109/Xero/) To get the estimating software more accurate Review Source PS Peter S. Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Beams Change my Business " February 19, 2020 5.0 Solve my problems, Yep. Just pumped out an urgent quote in under an hour, pushed the button and there was a full specification with pictures, quote and I look Proffesional. Pros Beams will structure your business in the way a Proffesional building business should be Cons I thought I would pick Beams up and just use it, They told me I would need six lessons, well they were right plus a heap of short phone calls. But it has paid off and I am finally getting on top of it. I must comment that it was never to much trouble for Beams support, All the stupid questions constant phone calls they were always fantastic to deal with and it was never a problem. Reason for choosing BEAMS Beams was the only fully integrated system that actually worked. found the others could have strong estimating but accounting was terrible or visa versa. Most were simply glorified spreed sheets. Beams has formulas and it simply asked questions about what you want to include. Review Source HM Howard M. designer and builder Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Beams" February 28, 2020 5.0 I have used beams for many years and as a sole trader I could't run my business without it. Gives me a good handle on where I'm at financially at a glance . The management team at Beams are second to none. Any answers to questions are only a phone call away. Pros Estimating, Accounting and Contract management Its a breeze to enter and complete a quote, especially when the prescriptions are set up well. Accounting and reporting is great. Date entry is simple and the reporting is a touch of a button. Importing bank statements and bank reconciliation is brilliant. Makes BAS reporting very easy. Producing progress claims and variation orders and purchase orders Cons The quote letter A little bit impersonal for my liking and perhaps too much info on the letter. I usually write my own. Reason for choosing BEAMS Ease of use Price total estimating, contracts and accounting linked together. Designed for builders Review Source VR Verified Reviewer Senior Estimator Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy, efficient, " October 5, 2017 5.0 Speed in estimating, accuracy, Pros I like that you are always working live, graphic take off second to none, products interchangeable at any point no need for a thousand formulas/recipes/string to change 1 item Cons They are in WA so 2 hour time delay to east coast for customer support, but apart from that it's great Review Source SB Stephen B. Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "BEAMS is excellent" February 21, 2020 5.0 Overall we find it great I wish we could use its full potential but it would be time consuming setting it up Pros Estimating is great, Accounting continues to develop, Wages continues to develop, BAS is great. Cons At times when computers have been updated the BEAMS registry gets knocked out and you have to ring BEAMS to get back on. Does not transfer over to Excel very well Reason for choosing BEAMS it is the BEST Review Source MS Mahesh S. Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good software but can be great with a few changes." February 26, 2020 3.0 Pros \* All in one software ie Accounting, estimating, scheduling and some contract management. \* Good integration between accounting, purchasing and estimating. \* Great customer support - there is always someone on the other side of the phone. \* Local supplier adds to convenience. \* Robust - have not come accross data coruption. Cons \* Lack of ability to access from out side the office - ie not cloud based software. \* Limited reporting - you can print accounting reports but there is not much flexibility to customise those reports. \* lack of ability to automate some tasks \* the need to deactivate if other user want to use when you are away. Reason for choosing BEAMS \* Integration between accounting and estimation \* Local supplier \* Custom software for building industry Review Source MB Mark B. Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great Software " February 19, 2020 5.0 Pros The program is very simple to use, is very stable and is regularly updated with new features Cons When a job is open and being worked on others cannot access the job. Review Source KS Ken S. Builder/Director Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Not Happy" March 12, 2019 1.0 Very disappointing to say the least. Pros I really liked the sound of this program. But I have been very very disappointed with it. Not sure if this is a pro, but it was a tax deduction. Cons I really don't know where to start as there are so many things within this program that are not user friendly. A couple of examples of this is that you can not edit anything within the addenda once its produced and you need it to export it to excel to edit. If you find you've then missed something, you are then required to start this process all over again which you can lose hours of work which then needs to be redone. Another example is that the program can not work out how many studs are required for building timber frame walls. As the program cost so much I still have to use it as it is slightly faster than pen and paper and I can't afford to just go out and buy another program. Review Source KS Kim S. Managing Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "No need to use any other software in running a construction business. " February 19, 2020 5.0 Ease of use results in a cost saving during the operation of the software. Pros Intuitive to use, is kept up to date and running smoothly. Excellent support. The link between project and accounts provides a seamless segue that saves time. Cons When estimating custom homes and renovations/extensions it can be a little fiddly. Reason for choosing BEAMS Local support. Review Source LH Lisa H. Accounts Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "BEAMS Review" February 15, 2020 4.0 Pros Estimating contracts & accounting linked Cons How much you have to use the mouse. Report options Review Source AB Aaron B. Managing Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "BEAMS review" February 14, 2020 5.0 Pros It makes estimating a job fast and easy. there is every item in the template you need so once you get to the end you know there has been nothing missed. having the flexibility to input your rates for each item gives you the flexibility to customize each quote to your particular building company Cons it took me personally a few more sessions than normal to work out how to navigate around the CAD take off and estimating due to my lack of computer literacy. the guys in the office, particularly \[SENSITIVE CONTENT HIDDEN\], always were on hand to help me out. so far nothing else has been a problem with the software. only positive. Review Source AY Alexander Y. MD Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great Updates but more can be done" February 18, 2020 5.0 Pros Integration between Estimating, Accounts and Contract Cons Beams mobile could be improved to see attachment in the Purchase Order. CRM could be better too. Reason for choosing BEAMS Establish longer than others. Review Source BW Bonnie W. Bookkeeper Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great for small - medium project builders" February 28, 2020 5.0 Customer support is fantastic! Pros How it integrates projects with accounts. Cons The accounts side of things requires some improvement to make it more user friendly. For example, when you want to print records for a particular account, you can't select multiple accounts so you have to print a separate report for each account. Review Source TT Thomas T. Director/Builder Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "product is good for acconting but estimation is difficult. Support fees anually is expensive" February 19, 2020 4.0 Pros accounting easy to manage able to see the profit and loss for each job Cons estimation takes too long and prices are not up to date Review Source RA Ryan A. Managing Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Perfect quoting tool" February 16, 2020 4.0 Great experience and just wish i had it sooner for my business. Pros How easily it is to find out how much profit margin you are making less expenses with also giving full control on what is allowed for each project. Cons It takes a little bit of time to get used to but worth the wait. Review Source CW Clare W. Managing Director Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Beams" February 23, 2020 5.0 Overall experience has been great, we are slowly implementing all the features Beams has to offer Pros Ease of having everything in the one location Cons Not having the ability to use add additional email address within the program Not being able to choose a different email address (from the program)when sending emails Review Source RD Rob D. Proprietor Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Beams Takeoff " February 19, 2020 4.0 I purchased the product to do takeoffs and estimations. It does way more than i need it to do.However, i struggle with the cad takeoff system as i have never been trained properly in the use of it.I basically use the manual enter system and have never gone on from there. I live in the country so getting to a training session is very hard and also expensive. Pros The software is obviously very capable,if you know how to use it. Cons If you have never had training you will find it difficult Review Source BC Brant C. Director Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Can do so many things and save time " February 15, 2020 4.0 Pros The fact it’s set up/based for building and construction. Constant updates to the program. Support services are helpful and fantastic. Cons I find trouble to sometime learn and find all the software features. I find some Tasks are clear on how to do it and self learn. Review Source AT Adam T. Builder Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Starboard Side Construction Pty Ltd" February 24, 2020 5.0 Pros I love the estimating abilities Beams has to offer Cons Setting up all the prices to suit my business Review Source Similar Products Featured ## Send me user reviews about this product ### Fill out the form and we'll send a list of the top-rated software based on real user reviews directly to your inbox.