# WenDuct and WenPipe Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is WenDuct and WenPipe the right HVAC Estimating solution for you? Explore 44 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/169138/Wenduct-and-Wenpipe/reviews --- WenDuct and WenPipe 4.6 (44) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/169138/Wenduct-and-Wenpipe/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 December 29th, 2025 # Reviews of WenDuct and WenPipe Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.8 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews MW Matt W HVAC ManagerConstruction, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The additional material and lab is fantastic and we can compare poundage to actual cost“ August 16, 2022 DB Don B Mechanical EstimatorMechanical or Industrial Engineering, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Getting into the program to change pricing is a little tough, finding out what your changes do to the program is sometimes time consuming.“ August 9, 2022 ys yankton s PresidentConstruction, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “I feel like I was able to get a basic handle on things after a couple of sessions and it's pretty straight forward and easy to use but I don't think I would have figured it out on my own.“ September 30, 2022 MW Matt W HVAC ManagerConstruction, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “The system usually glitches and our estimates sometimes do not have the labour costs.“ August 16, 2022 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 44 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use TF Tzveta F. estimator Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "great estimating program" August 5, 2022 5.0 WenDuct and WenPipe material lists are very useful for sending out to vendors when we win a job. Pros It is easy to use and customer support is excellent. You talk to 2 different people and they respond right away. Cons would like to see an electrical program in the same format Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 9, 2022 Thanks for the feedback! RA Reid A. Director Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great product and outstanding customer support team." September 18, 2017 5.0 Pros We've been using Wenduct for over 2 decades and have had great success with it. We actually realized about a year ago that we hadn't updated in years, but the product still worked very well. Now that we've upgraded, we have even more functionality. It definitely requires some training, but we've been able to on-board 4-5 employees on it relatively quickly (3-6 months with close training by a seasoned estimator). Cons The hardware fails from time to time, but the software has been pretty reliable. That said, setting it up initially takes a lot of legwork. Review Source RI Robert I. Estimator/Project Manager Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Wish it had more features." August 4, 2022 3.0 Pros It is easy to use without any real training. Cons Breakdown of estimating hours for equipment is not very good, wish it had AC/R piping included. I want one estimating software to open and quote a project. Come out with updates and don't share the password to download. Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 11, 2022 The user has the ability to breakdown equipment labor however you want. Regarding AC/R piping even though it can be included in the sheet metal program, it is piping and users who have used in Wenduct find it much more accurate to use in the Wenpipe Piping Program. If you need some help please reach out to the support department. Always here to help. TC Tracy C. owner Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Allegiance Plumbing Texas" March 10, 2023 5.0 My experience with wenpipe has been terrific thus far. I am able to pump out bids so much faster than before. And I'm just getting started with it I have been using it for 2-3 months now and i can honestly say it was an excellent decision to switch from McCormicks to wendes or at least it was for me. Pros Ease of use. Im not a tech kind of guy but this thing is so user friendly . Its exactly what i was looking for in a bid program. Cons Have found absolutely nothing i can complain about. Review Source MM Mario M. Owner Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Owner " April 20, 2022 5.0 My overall experience is Great!!! Pros Very easy to work with and I get a fast response when it comes to technical support when I need it. Cons There's nothing I don't least like about this program. I'm very satisfied with the program. Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 10, 2022 Thanks for the feedback! RT Randy T. Estimator Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Easy-accurate Estimating " May 26, 2020 5.0 Both programs are easy to navigate through and we can bid jobs twice as fast. Pros This software makes estimating so much faster and very accurate, When I have question or need an answer to anything on the program Gene and the whole crew at Wendes are there to help every time. Cons I haven't found anything I dislike about the software, I was hesitant at first estimating the old fashion way because I don’t like change but I’m very happy we purchased the soft ware. Review Source Response from Wendes Systems June 1, 2020 Randy, thanks for your feedback. The Wendes Team is always here to help! KB Kirk B. Engineering / Estimating Utilities Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy desktop takeoff of plumbing and hangers " August 16, 2022 4.0 Pros Flexibility of input, material types for the takeoff, and data output for the takeoff in PDF, Excel, etc. Cons load multiple drawings into the estimating software at once. Currently one at a time, and not a big deal unless I have dozens of drawing to do takeoff Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 18, 2022 Hi Kirk, thanks for the review. Please note you can load multiple drawings at once by selecting load drawings and multiple PDF page numbers at one time. Please feel free to call support if you have questions and they can attach to your computer to help BL Brendon L. Project Manager Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Crucial to our business" August 9, 2018 4.0 Great software, it has our bids right where they need to be. Pros Easy to use and customizable enough to take off any project. Seems to be a very accurate way to bid small to very large projects. Cons Needs better real-time updates. Some of the equipment that we use on projects are not included in the software that I have found. Review Source IC Ian C. Owner Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Good Things to Say" December 12, 2023 5.0 \[sensitive content hidden\] were both very helpful in getting me started and walking me through my first bid. Pros The customer service is outstanding. They are willing to take the time to help me understand how to operate the program despite my lack of technical ability. Cons The only con that comes to mind, is my lack of knowledge about all the functions of the program. Review Source QJ Quincy J. Estimating Managor Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "We love Wenduct!!" July 24, 2019 5.0 Pros This software only needed a day of training, it gives fast results and accurate numbers it won’t let you make mistakes Cons I could not find any cons for this software at first I was confused with the quantity and length options Review Source ZS Zaya S. Construction Used the software for: ### "Amazing software for pricing Plumbing and HVAC!" December 19, 2014 5.0 Pros This software is incredible for pricing mechanical jobs. It is easy to use and the Wendes Systems team is amazing with their full support. I learned how to use this program quickly with the help of the support team that's always on the line. The programmers have done an amazing job with all the new updates that come out. We are pricing on average 5 jobs per week using WenPipe & WenDuct, and we are always 100% right on our price. This program gives your company the opportunity at a guaranteed success. Cons I have never had any problems with this program and I have been using it for almost 1 year! Review Source LK Levi K. journeyman sheet metal worker Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Air Bender Sheet Metal" August 21, 2018 5.0 I have been using the program for 3 months or so, and its been nothing but a pleasure. I am very confident in bidding small residential jobs to large industrial. Pros Very helpful support staff is always available and very informative. super easy program to run. Cons Been on the program for 3 months and haven't found anything worth noting. Review Source TM TIM M. President Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Tim McCarter Plumbing Inc." March 3, 2017 4.0 The representative has been very helping full with us in this training process. We are still in the first stages of learning look forward to the continued support. THANKS Review Source MH Michael H. Owner/Estimator Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Excellent value, usefulness, and support is unbeatable." April 29, 2018 5.0 It cut my estimating time to less than a quarter of time I was spending. Pros Ease of use, value, and support received is excellent. Gene Kaplan is excellent support, knowledgeable, he even got back to me on a Sunday morning for support. Cons Nothing, program is very useful, priced right, and the support is unbeatable, they are very responsive to help call's. Review Source Response from Wendes Systems May 1, 2018 Thanks so much Mike! TS TREVOR S. BIDDER Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "WenDuct and WenPipe review" September 21, 2017 5.0 Pros LIKE THE EASE OF THE PROGRAM AND THE TECH SUPPORT IS AWESOME!!! THE TECH SUPPORT HELPED ME SET UP ALL MY PRICING. Review Source JC Jacob C. Estimator Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Double C WenPipe Review" March 31, 2025 5.0 Experience has been good. it has sped ups the bidding process greatly, allowing me to do more in a shorter period of time. Pros Final labor cost totals and material cost totals. That it generates a complete material take off form to be submitted to the supplier of your choice Cons Sometimes it would reset during the middle of a take off and I would have to completely restart the take off. Alternatives considered [FastPIPE](https://www.capterra.com/p/47528/FastPIPE/) Reason for choosing WenDuct and WenPipe Suggested by other contractures that we work closley with. Review Source MD Mark D. Director of Estimating Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Could be much happier" August 12, 2022 3.0 the review above is based on Wenduct only, I purchased WenPipe a few years ago but honestly I don't use it. My piping estimator does not like the product at all and has the same dislike of their screen takeoff. I am considering switching to another software. Pros The support is outstanding but the program is very outdated and I have bee waiting for the new 64 bit program for years. I have been using the product for 15 years and have become very familiar with it. Cons Takeoffs tend to take too long due to a number of issues starting with the dislike of the screen takeoff and constantly needed to restart from freeze ups. Reason for choosing WenDuct and WenPipe Not Applicable Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 16, 2022 Hi Mark, Thanks for taking the time to fill out the review. The good news is we are just finishing up final testing of Wenduct 64 and should be available very shortly. Currently Wenduct will save as you go and will not need to restart. We would love to hear from your piping estimator to find out any issues he has. The Wenpipe 64 Program has tremendous capability and many times just a support training session will very quickly change opinions. Our support team always here to help! MW Matt W. HVAC Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Need more training" August 16, 2022 3.0 We love the product it is fast and efficient. Just a would like a bit more training as we are old school operators Pros This is a very easy to use product. We like ho it separates the labour and material costing from shop lab. to field. The additional material and lab is fantastic and we can compare poundage to actual cost Cons The updates could be more frequent and a confirmation of what was updated would help. We are a Canadian firm, so our costs are different from the world market. We deal in sheet stock so we are selling our metal as a 3rd person cost. Adjustments are frequently made with in the system. The system usually glitches and our estimates sometimes do not have the labour costs. Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 17, 2022 Hi Matt, Thanks for taking the time to provide a review. Training can be scheduled by calling support at 847-808-8371 to schedule a convenient time. We can also check your program because it can always provide labor hours and costs. DB Don B. Mechanical Estimator Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Wenduct " August 9, 2022 5.0 Since I've been using it, so far it has been a good overall experience. There are always bugs in everything that need worked out but it seems to always work and it gets us job. Pros It's accurate, it's quick. Seems to be straight forward on how you use it. Cons Getting into the program to change pricing is a little tough, finding out what your changes do to the program is sometimes time consuming. Seems to be a lot of windows to get into the system and maybe a few too many duplications. When you make a change it is sometimes hard to tell if it actually worked, especially on the labor / hours. Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 10, 2022 Thanks for the feedback. Feel free to contact support for a web session. We are always here to help! RR Ron R. Estimator Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Wenduct & Wenpipe Review" August 4, 2022 4.0 I have used Wendes duct estimating a long time ago. I am so impressed that they have a piping estimating program now. Pros The products are very user friendly, the take-off process flows very nicely. The help desk is always ready to help with any questions/problems. Cons I wish if you were transitioning from one size to another, that it would recognize and keep the size you are transitioning to instead of having to tell it to go to the new size. Alternatives considered [Trimble Connect](https://www.capterra.com/p/209525/Trimble-Connect/) Reason for choosing WenDuct and WenPipe Mainly because Trimble was kind of complicated to use. Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 8, 2022 Hi Ron, suggest when you takeoff a transition is just use the large size and the program has formulas to automatically figure sq feet and weights based upon the large size. Then just enter the smaller size when you select the next piece of duct. Support is always available to help you. TA Tom A. President Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "WenDuct" August 4, 2022 5.0 We would be a 5 man shop without it. Pros Excellent Customer Support, and the speed of my takeoff. Cons There are features i have not really used or explained to us. Reason for choosing WenDuct and WenPipe The original salesman helped us choose . Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 9, 2022 Thanks for your feedback! KH Keith H. Lead Estimator Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Good Software." August 9, 2022 3.0 Pros Easy to use. I like the screen takeoff. It saves from having to waste Paper and Ink. Cons Sometimes it freezes up and will try to have you put in all the job info again. There was supposed to be an improved version of WENDUCT 2 yrs ago. I have yet to see it. Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 10, 2022 If for some reason your computer freezes the job will now be saved and you will not have to put in the job info again. This was an occasional issue several years ago and has been fixed . Please contact Wendes Support at 847-808-8371 and they will help you get your system updated TB Tim B. Estimator Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "happy" August 9, 2022 3.0 great time saving accurate Pros easy to use you don't have to be a computer wiz to operate system Cons i like everything about the system from easy to use to its recap sheets Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 10, 2022 Thanks for the feedback! BS Brian S. President/owner Mechanical or Industrial Engineering Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Not Impressed" August 4, 2022 1.0 I wanted to give it another try considering the money we have invested, set up a time to have another employee trained. Training went well, we were supposed to receive on line licensing and never received and have not been able to access the program we are paying for. Desire to put this program to use. Pros it seemed like it would be a good tool for quoting projects accurately, also saving time during the quoting process. Cons The lack of support, setting up the pressure files Reason for choosing WenDuct and WenPipe Seemed at the time like the best choice. Review Source Response from Wendes Systems August 8, 2022 Hi Brian, sorry to hear you cannot access the program. Please call the Wendes Support line at 847-808-8371 Jim Ext 1003 or Tim Ext 1002 will connect to your computer and get this problem corrected today. Pressure files are very easy to set up based upon your construction. Tim at ext 1002 can schedule a web session to help you. VN Vonnie N. Sales Manager Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Time & Money Savings" December 17, 2020 5.0 Pros Being able to direct download drawings in program is very helpful to get process started to BID projects. Program has realistic labor hours and material schedules built in, that if needed can be tailored to your needs. Cons Older 32-bit technology, but is supposed to have newer version available soon. Review Source Response from Wendes Systems December 23, 2020 We already have a newer version for piping and plumbing called Wenpipe 64. The newer version for sheet metal is being tested now for Wenduct 64. We also have updated your version of Wenduct to version 7.4 and are always open to any suggestions to enhance your productivity. Similar Products Featured