--- title: "Page 3 | Buildxact Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra" description: "Page 3 - Is Buildxact the right Construction Estimating solution for you? Explore 183 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice." source_url: "https://www.capterra.com/p/173135/buildXACT/reviews/?page=3" page_type: "reviews" language: "en" --- Buildxact 4.6 (183) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/173135/buildXACT/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 September 16th, 2026 # Page 3 - Reviews of Buildxact ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 51-75 of 183 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use LP Luke P. Director Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Abroenet Constructions - BX review" June 24, 2022 4.0 It has been a great addition to my business with its integration to xero and deputy. Pros I love the estimating, the take off tool within the estimating section. Its easy to convert a quote to a project. It links to my suppliers pricing which means i should always have the most up to date pricing avaialble Cons Dont like that you pay per user, not just per account. Or have a residential package to suit up to 5 users say. The timeline scheduling, unless I'm not using correctly is difficult to edit and frustrating so i dont use it like i probably should. Love that it links to xero and Deputy Alternatives considered [Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/) Reason for choosing Buildxact Its linked to Dahlsen's, my main materials and hardware supplier Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for the great review Luke! 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 BuildXact. 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! JP John P. Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Best Estimating and Project Management program available" December 12, 2023 5.0 Its positively changed my entire business in every way. Pros Simple to use, accurate and every feature just seems to work flawlessly. Cons I have not found an attribute that is negative about the program. Alternatives considered [Constellation HomeBuilder Systems](https://www.capterra.com/p/179862/ConstellationHomeBuilderSystems/)[Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/) Switched from [Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/) Builder Trend was too complicated, its functions were slow to use and it didnt offer the range of features that Buildxact does. Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for the awesome review John! 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 JM Jim M. Director Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Finally I found some suitable software in my 33rd year of building " January 11, 2022 5.0 I am combining many areas into one. I used to write my quote detail for my manager and she would produce the quote on a template - now this is built in. Having invoiced pre-populate in Xero and the Variation process is very handy and a big time saver too. Pros The video tutorials and the rapid response of the Australian support team Cons I like Team Gantt how it gives you options to colour code the gantt chart. I used to have all of my carpentry labour a single colour which allowed me at a glance to see if all positions were full each week etc. Reason for choosing Buildxact My initial zoom with \[SENSITIVE CONTENT\] sold me. She was so knowledgeable, listened to how I ran my business and then showed me how I can do this on Buildxact and how much easier my life will be. Review Source Response from Buildxact March 1, 2022 Thanks for such great feedback Jim. 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 Buildxact helps me to manage and keep track of costings and scheduling, also leads Pros I find that Buildxact 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! BA Bill A. Director Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Exceptional Customer Service" June 13, 2023 5.0 Great. Has really turned my business around. Pros I have now been in business as a builder since the beginning of 2020 (basically right at the start of COVID). For two years I was using a different platform, and for the past year BuildXact. I was constantly stuffing up my estimates and bleeding money using the old platform, but since changing over to BX and building up my own custom template, I've now done three major extension/renovations through your software and every single one has been profitable!Whilst I'm never satisfied and I'm always tinkering and making improvements to my template, I think my estimates are now really high quality and I'm also winning work based on the professional look of the quote letter.It's been such a massive positive change for my business and I hope my business can remain profitable and healthy into the future using BX and a couple of other handy digital tools. Cons Costs are high, takeoff features could do with some improvments, no plan annotation feature for use with tablet/ stylus Reason for choosing Buildxact Ease of use, customer service Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for choosing Buildxact Bill 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 Buildxact. Integrates well into my business Pros Loving the estimating features, especially plan takeoffs. Bunnings live integration is a must. Buildxact 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 MH Michael H. Owner - General Building Contractor Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "the best construction management tool available " September 22, 2023 5.0 AMAZINg Pros ESTIMATE PRESENTATIONBUDGET TRACKING SCHEDULINg Cons THE TIME COMMITMENT NEEDED TO LEARN THE SYSTEM AND USE IT PROPERLY. WE’RE STILL NOT THERE YET LOL I NEED TO COMMIT A SOLID WEEK TO WATCHING THE TRAINING VIDEOs Reason for choosing Buildxact BUILDXACT WAS MORE INLINE W THE SCALE OF OUR NEW BUSINESS AND WE BELIEVED WE COULD GROW W YOu Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for the awesome review Michael! 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 Buildxact. 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! RW Rachel W. Office Manager Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Amazing support and easy to use" May 7, 2023 4.0 Buildxact have a team that ACTUALLY care about your business and help find solutions. Pros The support is fantastic. Any issues we come across, whether user or system, we get super fast solutions or training advice. The system is cost effective. Cons Would be great to have more reports and timesheets (we hate having to use Deputy to sync as Deputy is super complex). Alternatives considered [Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/) Reason for choosing Buildxact Whilst the product may not be perfect yet, they are listening to customers and working with us as opposed to implementing stuff that doesn't work. Thank you Buildxact. Your customer service is amazing and we know together we will get to perfection. Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for the great review Rachel 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 SP Sera P. Accounts manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Buildxact is the game-changer we needed in our business " October 6, 2021 5.0 Pros We found it very easy to use and easy to teach our employees. We all use it daily! Cons Aspects of workflow could be better. We came from using on-site companion software, and believe that check-lists would be beneficial. Review Source Response from Buildxact January 12, 2022 Thanks for the great review Sera. 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. Buildxact is user friendly, and the technical support team is very responsive. Cons I don't have anything negative to mention about Buildxact 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! JF Jeff F. Project manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Streamlined and revolutionised" August 26, 2021 5.0 We are all now accountable for work now that everything can be traced and accurately recorded. It showed us the holes in our business prior, and we have streamlined all our processes off the back of shifting to BX. Pros The ease of tracking costs when integrated with Xero has made administering projects ever so simple. To follow a project from conception to completion is priceless. Cons The profit & loss and work in progress could be a little easier to understand. Reason for choosing Buildxact Locally based and seemed superior. Review Source Response from Buildxact September 1, 2021 Thanks for the great feedback and for using Buildxact. 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/) Buildxact 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! LD Lacy-Lynn D. Designer Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Review from a designers perspective" November 17, 2021 5.0 Good experience, look forward to new things to come. Pros Its a easy effective way to walk through a project from start to finish. Cons That there is no material list for the designer. Not everything you put into the invoice needs to be showcased to the client Switched from [QuickBooks Online Advanced](https://www.capterra.com/p/189398/QuickBooks-Online/)[Smartsheet](https://www.capterra.com/p/79104/Smartsheet/) to have everything in one location Review Source Response from Buildxact January 12, 2022 Thanks for the great feedback. 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. RS Rolf S. Building Consultant Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Reveiw" October 28, 2021 4.0 Overall experiance has been great. Pros The take offs of plans is very quick and efficient. Cons cannot change quote template to replicate the rest of the company's documents and formats Review Source Response from Buildxact January 12, 2022 Thanks for the review Rolf. 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. GA Gary A. Director Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Bx" April 5, 2022 3.0 Pros The set out and ease of use is good. The take off allows for basic functions and calculations. Job control is good Cons Bx Has some annoying traits Take off is slow when a decent template is used. You have to go in and out of the take off for every item. The program basically shuts down by8:30 , 9pm and is useless. the email functions eg emailing Po's from the system are so unreliable that we don't use them. We save and email from outlook. The client portal is not very good and we are not using it. POs cant be ordered by supplier which is very annoying. Invoices get scrambled if you try to move the order. Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks for the feedback Gary. AW Andrew W. Business and Estimating Manager Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Buildxact is easy to use and set up" January 17, 2024 4.0 Pros Buildxact is easy to use and set up. The support team are great and are also following up to see that you are okay, even after the problem has been resolved. Cons The purchasing process could be a lot better Reason for choosing Buildxact upfront cost and eases of setup. Plus we are not a large builder so did not need a full estimating and accounting system Review Source 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 RM Ryan M. Draftsman & Project Manager Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Buildxact Review " May 8, 2023 5.0 Overall experience has been great, especially with customer support. (\[sensitive content hidden\] has been fantastic) Pros Overall this is a fantastic product, its really helping restructure our business. Cons The dashboard along with some other features need some work so that our staff are more inclined to use them. Review Source Response from Buildxact December 19, 2023 Thanks the positive review Ryan NP Natacha P. General Manager Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great programme and much more user friendly than others." September 15, 2021 5.0 We like it. It works well for our proposals/quotes and something we will continue using for this purpose. Pros It's very easy to navigate when it comes to the basics and the proposals you produce look great for clients. Cons Probably like most programmes, it has a lot of functions that we have to pay for, but do not use. Also annoying when you are putting a proposal together and you enter an item, hit TAB and if there is a receipe it autofills and if it's not what you were wanting, you have to delete the line and start again. Review Source Response from Buildxact March 1, 2022 Thank you for the awesome review. 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