# Buildxact Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Buildxact the right Takeoff solution for you? Explore 183 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/173135/buildXACT/reviews --- Buildxact 4.6 (183) 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 Buildxact Ease of use 4.5 Customer Service 4.7 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews Sanket Y Project ManagerInformation Technology and Services, 10,001+ employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “It helps you keep track of your projects, estimates and budgets, and makes them easier to deal with.“ March 31, 2026 DW Dario W EstimatorInformation Technology and Services, 51 - 200 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It can feel restrictive when working on highly detailed or non standard estimates.“ April 2, 2026 SS Sharelle S EstimatorConstruction, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “There’s is a wealth of power and features that the average tired stressed and overworked builder might miss, so take a breath and invest an hour this week and see how it can save you two hours… or more.“ April 16, 2026 DB Denise B Office Manager and EstimatorConstruction, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “How we cannot measure in the plans due to manual scaling and the formatting cannot be fixed.“ March 11, 2025 JC Jacob C Managing DirectorAccounting, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Its vercatility and ability to make advanced formilulas can automate the way you run your business.“ March 28, 2026 kb katie b Business ManagerConstruction, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “Not having someone to call straight away if there is an issue, i have to wait until someone gets back to me.“ August 31, 2025 SS Sharelle S EstimatorConstruction, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “They have fantastic customer service (a rare technical glitch last week was identified and resolved within 15mins - go team!)“ April 16, 2026 HB Holly B Administration ManagerConstruction, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “We are starting to use the invoicing features more and have found some small annoyances, like changing the invoicing format.“ October 10, 2023 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 183 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Reon P. General Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reon Paterson, GM- Smith&Sons" January 29, 2019 5.0 outstanding. Pros We run a large franchise business across New Zealand and Australia. The fact that it is cloud based makes it very easy for us to use anywhere,anytime. I also like the team and their approach to listening closely to feedback from users, they’re always looking to improve the system. Cons Hard to say. The variation function is limited at times as you cant use recipes to price them up quickly. Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks Reon for using and reviewing Buildxact! JB James B. Director Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Brilliant small construction business software." September 5, 2025 5.0 Upfront - Easy to use. Good/basic programs can be developed and easily shared with clients/stakeholders, easy however basic site diary entries can be entered in. Conversion of Estimates to Jobs is easy. Sending off quote requests is easy, creating PO's is easy and ties back to actuals for overall job financial analysis. Back end P&L reviews and easy viewing of where costings can be tightened up, or lacked. Pros It's ease of use, intuitiveness, you barely need to watch the videos to use it, it's that well structured. Cons It's good at what it does, and if your expectations are that it's going to be the best at everything, then I don't think you will be happy with anything. Alternatives considered [AroFlo](https://www.capterra.com/p/166811/AroFlo/) Reason for choosing Buildxact Ease of use, Melbourne based office, for ease of assistance. Switched from [Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/) 2 main reasons: 1. The program was not easy to use. 2. It was expensive for what it provided. Review Source DB Denise B. Office Manager and Estimator Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Need Improvements" March 11, 2025 3.0 We are having to keep our previous software to scale and measure the DG and Rip-Rap until the design team can fix the scaling issue. Owner is not very happy. Pros Counting tool, separated line-items and templates. Cons How we cannot measure in the plans due to manual scaling and the formatting cannot be fixed. I was told a few times that this is not a priority for the design team. Switched from [PlanSwift](https://www.capterra.com/p/70808/PlanSwift/) The cost was high and unnecessary tools and ease using the software. Review Source Response from Buildxact March 30, 2025 Thanks for taking the time to provide your feedback Denise. KP Kurt P. Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Peele Builders" August 31, 2025 5.0 Once you get to know it you cant go without it. As i use for all my document storage now so fully using it full potential. Pros Easy to use and now going into AI measuring!! Exciting!! The ability to put pictures of the job on the quote is great. Cons Is that it cant talk to clients directly for me ha ha Maybe one day with AI!!! More option in "Allowances" to take out PC sums and just use as a dump section for information to your tender. Alternatives considered [Procore](https://www.capterra.com/p/56250/Procore/) Reason for choosing Buildxact Cost and ease. Others where to clunky and hard to use. Review Source DC Daniel C. Director Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Overall review of System" August 31, 2025 5.0 apart from some things that take some time to enter into the system, the overall expirience on the software is great. Pros The system is fairly great. the customer support is fantastic and the AI question answering system is amazing. Cons there should be a plug in where when you send emails to clients and vise versa it allows you the option to save it in the system. Switched from [INNERGY](https://www.capterra.com/p/214889/INNERGY-ERP/) i was working with Innergy through another company however, the system was too expensive. Review Source JS Jerome S. Project manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Get professional estimating with ease" September 11, 2025 5.0 My overall experience has been very positive. I like the easy on which I could generate an estimate. Pros It's easy to use, and very professional estimates. I could do my markup without the customer seeing my percentages. Could copy one estimate to use for another customer. Cons Learning how to maneuver the program. Trying to remember the steps to achieve an estimate. Contacting support in a timely manner. Alternatives considered [Houzz Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/) Reason for choosing Buildxact Price and easy to achieve a professional estimate. Switched from [QuickBooks Online](https://www.capterra.com/p/190778/QuickBooks-Online/) I needed a program that could add my markup and do take off simply Review Source KA Karly A. Office Admin Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Buildxact Review " April 1, 2025 5.0 Helpful tool for construction businesses. It offers features like project management, cost tracking, and estimating, which can improve efficiency. However, some users find it has a learning curve, especially when it comes to advanced features like pricing and quoting. Overall, it seems to be a solid tool once users become familiar with it, but it might require some time to fully get the hang of it. Pros The system is very user-friendly, making it easy for anyone to navigate and use without confusion. Cons One issue with is that its pricing feature can be a bit complex, especially for new users. It may take time to fully understand how to set up and manage quotes and estimates, leading to potential errors or delays in project budgeting. However the one on one training with \[sensitive content hidden\] combats this. Switched from [Simpro](https://www.capterra.com/p/10529/Simpro-Enterprise/) Company decision due to faults and complaints from FP's of the previous software Simpro Review Source TR Trent R. President Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great product, amazing support at affordable price. " March 10, 2025 5.0 Top notch support and great product. Overall I’m pleased with how everything is going. Pros The software has incredible features that saves a ton of time and updates our professional image. The training support has been incredible and the trainers are very helpful and kind. 100% recommend. Cons It takes a bit to get the hang of it but the training support is great and no software with these options is will not have a learning curve. There are a couple features I would like to see but it seems that they are continuously working to add more suggestions that are offered. Alternatives considered [Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/) Reason for choosing Buildxact Affordability and having some similar features. Review Source Response from Buildxact March 30, 2025 Thanks for the great review Trent! JK Jamie K. Director Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A must use Building Program " September 10, 2025 5.0 I real enjoy the system , plus the Work keeps putting back into the program to improve it. Pros I like the easy of use, how it formulates letters. It looks professional when finished. The client portal is great , just need to put time into learning the system so you know how to use it. We are now using the time sheets also which lead straight into quotes. Cons It would be good to have an instant reply from a person, i do understand this is very hard. Just when you have a problem you want it fixed, maybe a dial in to our computer. Review Source kB katie B. Business Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Buildxact user 5 years" August 31, 2025 5.0 I have loved it over the 5 years we have had it. I recommend it to all our builder friends and I will continue to use it. Pros Value for money and ease of use. Great for tracking jobs and margins. It leaves little room for error when invoicing and the detail we can provide clients is excellent Cons Not having someone to call straight away if there is an issue, i have to wait until someone gets back to me. The wait time is getting quicker and quicker in saying that. Review Source JI Jane I. Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Time saving device! " June 15, 2023 5.0 I love this software system and use it daily to help run my building company. The more I use it the more I can see areas of my business that will benefit from the software. I love how the developers are always updating an fine tuning . Pros It saves me so much time in my business and frees up my life to spend more time with my family. Love the take-off function when quoting. Love the project profit tracking and variation functions Cons I wish it was an al in one CRM and job management software system and had a great app to use and integrated with trades and homeowners Alternatives considered [BEAM](https://www.capterra.com/p/119954/BEAM/)[Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/)[Microsoft Excel](https://www.capterra.com/p/176574/Excel/) Reason for choosing Buildxact The take-off software is what got us all those years ago and now we just love the management of jobs from variations through to profit tracking. Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for such a great review Jane! MP Mark P. Builder / Director Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Estimating/ construction software for Australia " March 19, 2023 4.0 Very pleased with . Integrates well into my business Pros Loving the estimating features, especially plan takeoffs. Bunnings live integration is a must. helps to complete the feed back loop on estimating, job costing, actual costings. Cons Can be a bit complicated, and sometimes restrictive in what you can do once in a job. Switched from [Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/) Im with the Master Builders so get a great discount. The estimating and plan take off. Supporting local. Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for the positive review Mark GB Glenn B. Builder Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great work tool" December 15, 2021 5.0 Pros Keeping my jobs costed and follow profit to each job Cons Nothing to mention, everything works as I need Switched from [Website Toolbox](https://www.capterra.com/p/158889/Website-Toolbox/) is web based and I can continue to do business even when I'm overseas Review Source Response from Buildxact January 31, 2022 Glad you're enjoying the software Glenn! LF Lewis F. Director Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "As if you wouldn't Buildxact" March 12, 2025 5.0 has completely changed how I can operate my building company, its streamlined the whole process from estimating to sending invoices and specifications it just does it all. Pros The estimate to quote process, being able to keep it all in one place and the whole way through the job you have your orders worked out you just need to send them to the supplier. Then the cost tracking through those purchase and work orders has been a game changer for how we can manage invoicing and cashflow. Cons I need to log in quite often with my authenticator which can be a annoying, but once I'm in its great. Review Source Response from Buildxact March 30, 2025 Great to hear Lewis. Thanks for the quality review! SO Stuart O. Director Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Perth Review" March 25, 2025 5.0 The system is easy to use and the help / support is amazing Pros Simple flow through from start to finish Cons When you in a job and you want to go back 1 page and it resets to main page Switched from [Simpro](https://www.capterra.com/p/10529/Simpro-Enterprise/) User interface was shocking and very clucky Review Source Response from Buildxact March 30, 2025 Great review and thanks for using Buildxact! HV Hendrik V. Developer Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "BuildXact Review" March 12, 2025 5.0 Great, served my purpose when using / building. Pros Very intuitive and great for my smaller projects Cons Cost structure if you don't build always loss of data if you don't use it continuously. Should be a cost structure for casual users Review Source Response from Buildxact March 30, 2025 Thanks for using Buildxact! SW Stephen W. Project manager Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "builder use" March 30, 2019 5.0 We absolutely love Build xact, it's not perfect for my individual desires but it sure does capture my needs in a massive way, we can't imagine operating without it now. there is nothing like being certain on your pricing when negotiating with clients and subbies, it puts you in such a more powerful position and takes away a lot of the stress Pros I love the take off tools and the ease of generating a quotation, it allows me to get ontop of pricing and take offs and the ability to calculate variations based off of subcontractors m2 rates without waiting for my subbies to get back to me is invaluable. also when entering the line items I love that it can allow me to add in a picture into the specifications so that my client knows exactly what products are included in my quote and it also gives me to option to nominate items as provisional costs or provisional sums at the click of a button further more, I can select if the item is a task in the schedule so I have the ease of generating a gannt chart as i go with little to no down time so when I submit my quote I know exactly how long I need to build. Cons overall they have captured everything well and the only items I dont like are some of the little bugs that come with developing such a great software such as: 1. I would like a little more functionality in the plan scaling section. 2. The RFQ's tie themselves to line items and can't be adjusted without deleting the RFQ's or overriding them manually 3. All RFQ's have to be tied to a Job, you can't send off rfq's once the project becomes a Job for further item shopping for savings nor can you issue the rfq to subbies without having to mess around with your Quotes and categories. 4. the project cost analysis only seems to work off of purchase orders and work orders, you can't just tally up numbers under line items such as fixings which may require 10=15 receipts so you need to create a purchase order to tally it up. also, you can only issue invoices in the cost plus projects for expenses worn and not preempt expenses which makes it impossible to issue invoices in a pro active manner to get the client paying the bill. 6. The gannt chart lacks the flexibility and function that I am used to from such programs as smart sheet (another great software that we use) 5. It would be great to have it as an app and in the future look at expanding the software to a fully integrated project management software similar to plan grid Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for the awesome review Stephen! DH Daniel H. Direcetor/Project manager Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Residential building user" March 28, 2023 5.0 Overall been a great product and highly recommend Pros Easy to use product and very helpful team that get back to you with answers to your questions.Constantly upgrading and adding features, always happy to hear your feedbackTime-sheet integration saves huge amount of time for me from manual data entry previously Cons No dedicated app as of yet but understand that is coming this year so am looking forward to that Alternatives considered [Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/) Reason for choosing Buildxact Cost Switched from [WorkflowMax](https://www.capterra.com/p/226306/WorkflowMax/) A dedicated construction product Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for the great review Daniel LB Lee B. Builder Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Ive tried many but Buildxact always comes out on top" December 23, 2022 5.0 helps me to manage and keep track of costings and scheduling, also leads Pros I find that is the easiest software to learn from scratch, it is the most intuitive construction management software that i have found so far Cons In the early days there were a few limitations that led me to search for more comprehensive packages, but i came back after a year or so of try others and found that a lot of the issues had been addressed, such as customer portal.There are still things like mobile app with company skin that would be a great additionMore editable types of invoice and document templates Would be great and also ability to set up a job template for cost plus with different sections / categories would be fantastic Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for such a great review Lee! BD Ben D. Director Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Mavben " May 30, 2023 5.0 Very happy Pros The entire system functions seamlessly together. I operate the entire company using . We would be lost without it. Cons I suggest updating the scheduling system to allow for color-coding and alerts in case of double booking trades. This will enhance the overall organization and efficiency of the system. Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for such a fantastic review Ben! GA Gavin A. Director Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Buildxact Review" May 4, 2023 5.0 Time is the main factor overall. Your advertising did say you would save time, I honestly didn't believe you, but this has saved me a considerable amount of time. Thank you Pros The estimating is easy to use and pilot through. The integration of our existing spreadsheet was also simple to implement. Cons It is a same that Reckon are not coming on board. Overall the program is great to work through, although the customise of quote is good but not being able to split the estimating amounts up, but do realise i can offer them in the PS sums. Reason for choosing Buildxact Australian made,The zoom meeting also was impressive and professional. Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for the awesome review Gavin AR Alexander R. C.O.O. Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Buildxact for the win!" July 14, 2023 5.0 I am solving my scheduling and project tracking bottlenecks. This program makes it very easy for the client, and myself, to understand (visual - Gant chart) our overall project progress and what employees are working on what portions of our project. Pros Integration with my past, current, and future projects was easy. is user friendly, and the technical support team is very responsive. Cons I don't have anything negative to mention about at this time. Sometimes, having multiple windows open will create a lag in refreshing the data entered, but this is a highly user-friendly program overall. Reason for choosing Buildxact web ratings, and word of mouth. Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for such an awesome review Alexander! AW Andrew W. director Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Easy of use" October 30, 2023 5.0 Love using it and keeping all details in one place Pros I can put together a $400,000 landscaping estimate together in an hour, super fast. And having used an excel sheet prior and accidentally deleted fields, it's nice to know this doesn't happen Cons I do not put through purchase orders as it means double handling with having to enter receipts into xero Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for such a great review of Buildxact Andrew. BW Brenton W. Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Making life easier" August 26, 2021 5.0 They have been fantastic to deal with and we love the software Pros To have all in 1 software to manage everything from estimates and take-offs through to project management has revolutionised the way we work Cons There needs to be a 2 way integration created with accounting software (currently it only pushes data over to accounting software, it doesn't bring any data back) Review Source Response from Buildxact September 1, 2021 Thanks for using Buildxact and for the great review. TI Tristan I. Builder Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Great software for any size building firm" May 29, 2022 5.0 job cost tracking, Material ordering and job scheduling Pros Ease of use and a great way to keep track of jobs/Quotes from start to finish Cons I feel a dedicated app that could be used onsite would be great although the web browser is ok on mobile Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for the great review Tristan ## 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. Talk to a Capterra advisor for free and get results within 15 minutes.