# Square Takeoff Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra

> Is Square Takeoff the right Takeoff solution for you? Explore 10 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice.

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Square Takeoff

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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Reviews of Square Takeoff

Ease of use

4.0

Customer Service

3.8

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Senior Content Strategist  
Construction  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Drastic increase in accuracy of takeoff and estimation"

August 9, 2018

5.0

The software ensures the users get the most accurate estimate for construction projects. It is cutting edge software that meets our takeoff and construction requirements in clinical detail.

Pros

• cloud-based tool for contractors of all business sizes in all trades • execute your own takeoffs within the program • determine the quantity and type of materials required for a project • customize reports according to location, part number, phase, assembly, load, etc. • quick integration with Google Maps

Cons

• Integration with accounts software still under development

Review Source

MM

Matthew M.  
Director of Estimating  
Construction  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Outstanding Product and Customer Service"

June 15, 2018

5.0

Makes me and my team more accurate everyday by allow us to generate better estimates for the top builders in the construction industry.

Pros

As one of the largest lumber retail companies in the industry, we always work to stay up with new technology trends to ensure we provide our clients with the most accurate estimate for their construction projects. We were looking for a leader in the industry that could provide us with a stable software that would be able to meet our daily demands. The software and the Team at Square Takeoff have went above and beyond meeting every need and has helped us acheive the goals we have set forth as a company. Keep up the great work.

Cons

Nothing yet. Currently the product meets our needs and if we need a feature they are fast to add it.

Review Source

Response from Buildertrend

August 8, 2018

Thanks Matt. It has been an honor to work with you and the 84 Lumber Company. We look forward to continue to assist you and your customers with your estimating needs.

MD

Mark D.  
Senior Project Manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "The WORST customer service experience I have ever received - They NEVER call you back. "

January 31, 2022

1.0

I hate this company because they will not support my needs when I get stuck or the product does not work.

Pros

Affordable and ability to share documents and take-offs easily

Cons

Service, and support. When I have a problem no one calls back. We sent at least a half doze e-mails and another seven or eight phone calls. No one calls back. I finally called sales - ha! got a call back! But he could not help me. Their customer service is the worst.

Reason for choosing Square Takeoff

Price

Review Source

MH

Mark H.  
Supervisor  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Simple But Powerful"

July 11, 2016

5.0

Started using the product a few weeks ago after years of using a competitors product. Only reason for the switch was I upgraded to an iPad PRO for work and my other solution didn't work. I was skeptical at first about using a cloud takeoff solution and was worried that it would be slow. To my surprise it actually works faster than my desktop software. Overall it has a similar feel to my desktop product but worked on my MAC and iPad PRO. Customer service was great and helped me out with a few questions I had. Price was good and the sales rep even saved me more on my monthly subscription. Overall I give them two thumbs up.

Pros

Cloud based. Easy share feature. Easy to manage bids. Good price. Operates like a desktop solution. Note feature with attachments.

Cons

Missing some features of my desktop software. But spoke to them and they said development would work on them and have already launched one of those features.

Review Source

Response from Buildertrend

July 12, 2016

Thank you Mark. It has been great working with you and your company.

VS

Vikram S.  
Junior Superintendent  
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Construction estimating with Square Takeoff"

February 22, 2023

4.0

Square Takeoff covers the essential functions of construction estimating and is a reliable option for businesses looking to improve their estimating process.

Pros

Square Takeoff ability to accurately calculate material and labor costs, allowing users to create highly accurate estimates quickly.

Cons

Square Takeoff do not have all the advanced features that require, such as detailed project management tools.

Review Source

DB

David B.  
Member Manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "No Support and pressure sales for the yearly (don't do it)"

August 11, 2022

1.0

Not good, I feel I have been scammed

Pros

it was $600 less than stack. I have to put a min 40 characters here but I have nothing good to say.

Cons

Pressure sales for a 1 year term, no support after the deal is made, program is buggy and cost us a few hours on more than 1 occasion and they will not prorate my 1 year (scam) save your time and your money, go with stack take off. Extremely boxy laggy and buggy

Switched from

[STACK](https://www.capterra.com/p/147181/STACK-Takeoff/)

Price, I have amended this mistake and gone back ven though this company is scamming me out of my $

Review Source

JT

Justin T.  
Project Manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Takeoffs made easy"

November 20, 2018

5.0

Uploading plans is super easy. Then you just put in your scale and you are on the path to getting all dimensions. It really comes in handy when we are bidding multiple aspects of a build.

Pros

We like that we no longer have to do any manual calculations when bidding a job. We just put in the plant and point and click our way to accurate numbers.

Cons

The user interface could use some refinement. Finding exactly what you are looking for can take a bit too long if you are not a daily user.

Review Source

Response from Buildertrend

November 24, 2018

Thank Justin for your review. We are open to discuss any ideas you have that will make the program better for you and all of our other users.

Zohair H.  
VDC Engineer  
Construction  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Great tool for performing quantity takefoff for residential projects. "

September 27, 2018

4.0

Pros

Very user friendly and easy to learn. Ideal for 2D sheets. Can add building materials like titles, shingles, carpet, etc. Good tool for preparing quick bids.

Cons

Does not integrate with BIM softwares or 3D models.

Review Source

AT

Ariana T.  
estimator  
Construction  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Square off take off"

October 17, 2019

5.0

Pros

This software was decent to function for small projects.

Cons

The price is a bit up there for not offering as much as others.

Review Source

KW

Kenneth W.  
General contractor  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Nutshell"

August 7, 2019

5.0

Still haven't got the full hundred percent hang of it but once I do my competitors better look out

Pros

The ability to bust through estimates that would have taken out hours if not days in less than an hour

Cons

Getting familiarized with it slash getting my head in it

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