# Monograph Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is Monograph the right Time Tracking solution for you? Explore 236 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/178124/Monograph/reviews --- Monograph 4.5 (236) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/178124/Monograph/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 Monograph Ease of use 4.4 Customer Service 4.7 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews MG Marc G ArchitectArchitecture & Planning, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “When it comes to specifically manage projects, i really appreciate Monograph's capabilities as it let me track multiple projects at once and let me know what projects, or project phases, need my attention.“ July 24, 2025 AM Ari M Design DirectorArchitecture & Planning, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: Less than 6 months. “It is clearly too small to fix bugs that affect the basic function or to provide meaningful technical support in an emergency.“ February 27, 2026 KS Kaayla S Business ManagerArchitecture & Planning, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “All the hours are being captured for each project, and with the help of the reports, I can easily analyze each project's profitability, pain points, progress, etc. “ March 8, 2024 DP Debra P Office Manager and BookkeeperArchitecture & Planning, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Invoicing requires the review of multiple tabs simultaneously, and we have suggested a way to combine much (or all) of this information on the financial tab, but nothing has been done yet. Have found just a couple of errors, one leaving off consultant work and previously invoiced amounts - noted a couple of months ago, and understand they are still working on this.“ August 29, 2024 DP Debra P Office Manager and BookkeeperArchitecture & Planning, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Integration with QBO is important to us, as QBO has been our rock with regard to bookkeeping/accounting. “ August 29, 2024 BS Brent S Co-OwnerArchitecture & Planning, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Sometimes it can be slow, which can be frustrating.“ May 2, 2024 KS Kaayla S Business ManagerArchitecture & Planning, 2 - 10 employeesUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “Lastly, Monograph are constantly improving the various features ie: payroll, taxes, payments, linking to accounting software, etc.“ March 8, 2024 SV Sally V Architect OwnerArchitecture & Planning, Self-employedUsed the software for: 1-2 years. “I don't have any cons. If there was one thing that seems a bit intimidating, it would be the financial forecasting features. “ March 11, 2024 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-25 of 236 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use Lea B. President Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Beautiful and Transparent Firm and Project Management Tool" March 21, 2022 5.0 We've been able to solve our issue of having tons of data in different places, unable to reconcile them - assignments, pipeline/backlog, time tracking, budgets, etc. We tried to build something ourselves with the tools we had until we found Monograph, who does it perfectly, and understands what it takes to do architectural projects. The staff is incredible, and the expanded focus they've placed on building a community of practice operations nerds is SO valuable. From the product to the people to the community, they're incredible. Pros Monograph is so beautifully designed that my team of architects enjoy looking at an analyzing data now. We love how past, current, and future fee and staffing projections are married together to give us a clear picture of our firm's profitability and staff and project needs. Our firm owners can see high level firm health info, our project managers can see how they're performing on their projects, and our staff can see exactly what they should be working and reporting on. I also appreciate that it's a newer platform that's constantly putting out new updates, features, and functionality. Cons We understand that it takes time to build a great product and some things are going to be missing or slightly off as the platform improves. There are some minor annoyances with reporting functions, exporting features, and how resources are assigned work, but we get around it for now. Accurately tracking overhead time and PTO could use major improvement. I'd love to see different user types for guests and/or independent contractors - it's too high of a price point to invite part time 1099 contract staff to use it, but would be very convenient if they could track time directly against our projects on Monograph. I'd also like to see more app integrations. Alternatives considered [Deltek Vision](https://www.capterra.com/p/1404/Deltek-Vision/) Reason for choosing Monograph Past experience w/ Deltek is clunky. I like supporting startups and love what Monograph is doing overall as a company. I'd like to support them in building the best platform for architectural practice ops management. Review Source Response from Monograph May 20, 2022 Thank you for your feedback! We've added these items to our request board for the team to review for future enhancements. We'd be happy to set up a call with our customer experience team to learn more about your needs! MG Marc G. Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "A good contender" July 24, 2025 4.0 When it comes to specifically manage projects, i really appreciate Monograph's capabilities as it let me track multiple projects at once and let me know what projects, or project phases, need my attention. Pros Probably its integration with Quickbooks to do my accounting. I also must mention the powerful Gantt chart feature. Cons The fact that I need to subscribe to other tools to make it complete. If Monograph could offer an all-in-one suite (from estimate to billing), i would higly recommend it. Alternatives considered [Nutcache](https://www.capterra.com/p/142829/Nutcache/) Reason for choosing Monograph A friend of mine suggested to go with Monograph. Review Source AM Ari M. Design Director Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Fundamental function is broken and customer service is understaffed" February 27, 2026 1.0 This software is not fully cooked. They have told us they have a small team. It is clearly too small to fix bugs that affect the basic function or to provide meaningful technical support in an emergency. They need to pull this software from sale until it functions. Pros I loved the idea of the software but it fails to deliver on the most basic functionality. I wish it did what the promotional material says it does. Cons Adding previously billed amounts does not function from project that were started before we migrated to the software. We were told it was a glitch but there was no urgency to fix it. We cannot prepare invoices and we are a small firm that does not have the reserves to wait until they get around to fixing this basic function. Switched from [Harvest](https://www.capterra.com/p/75598/Harvest/) We wanted more integration of project management, time tracking, and invoicing. But invoicing is fundamentally broken so we are switching back with having lost a ton of our time and energy. Review Source AP Angelique P. Director Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Monograph, a true tool for architects" October 1, 2024 4.0 More intuitive carrying over of current project would make a great app even more amazing. Pros Timesheet analysis and Budget forecasting Cons Needs a better iOs app. Project Details & Communication Tracking sheet would be very helpful. Alternatives considered [Total Synergy](https://www.capterra.com/p/23086/Synergy-AEC/) Reason for choosing Monograph Synergy was too vast, complicated/ clunky and grey! Switched from [Total Synergy](https://www.capterra.com/p/23086/Synergy-AEC/) Deposit payments and incremental project tracking with a simpler format... initally swapped from Xero Projects Review Source DP Debra P. Office Manager and Bookkeeper Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "After a little over a year..." August 29, 2024 4.0 Overall, it is functional, easy to use, but is a work in progress. Not sure what we would switch to though as those changes in software are not painless! Interested in seeing what this product is like in a few years. Pros Interface is very intuitive, time tracking is almost always correct. Integration with QBO is important to us, as QBO has been our rock with regard to bookkeeping/accounting. Monograph is continuing to be developed and enhanced. Cons Support at first was great when we first signed up and was very responsive, and issues were generally settled immediately. Quite a bit slower and more elusive now, and there is no community forum or easy way we have found to interact with others users to pick their brains and gain from their experience in resolving questions or issues. Invoicing requires the review of multiple tabs simultaneously, and we have suggested a way to combine much (or all) of this information on the financial tab, but nothing has been done yet. Have found just a couple of errors, one leaving off consultant work and previously invoiced amounts - noted a couple of months ago, and understand they are still working on this. Reason for choosing Monograph Not involved in purchase - it was primarily purchased for its project management capabilities. Switched from [Deltek Ajera](https://www.capterra.com/p/82750/Deltek-Ajera/) Difficulty in using program, invoices not clear to PMs who reviewed them, and new person (no longer with our firm) probably did not understand it. Review Source Lori H. Office Manager Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Monograph is the bestest in the westest! :)" April 4, 2024 5.0 Fantastic!!!! I I think that this the way that it was built makes it cross-industry applicable. I could see myself in another industry and recommending that they implement this service. Pros User friendliness. A++ We have many age ranges, and this interface is so well designed that even the older crowd is able to jump onboard easily. Cons The insurance companies with the payroll services. Monograph is great, but those other companies that are tied in with the additional services are quite lacking in their turnaround times and communication. Reason for choosing Monograph BQE Core cost was astronomical. One look at their interface scared our principal architect. We was never going to take the time to learn to navigate it. And onboarding new employees was going to be so time consuming and complicated. Monograph just made things so easy, and are open to feedback on the product to make adjustments as needed. Switched from [Microsoft Access](https://www.capterra.com/p/233275/Microsoft-Access/) Access has been in the process of being phased out by Microsoft for years, as it is a Visual Basic platform that requires having a retained coder who can adjust and update your customized interface so that it remains functional. It cost the same yearly to get Monograph as it did to pay a coder, but we could do everything in-house. Review Source David C. Principal Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Day in a life of small practice" February 14, 2022 4.0 A very positive experience Pros Very accessible and easy to use. The minimal learning curve meant we could have staff up to speed in a week of implementation. Cons The cost and the payment options are perhaps the most limiting aspects. As a software geared towards smaller firms, I would have expected a variety of payment options - especially annual subscriptions. Otherwise the price is on the higher side of similar on the market Alternatives considered [ArchiOffice](https://www.capterra.com/p/233317/ArchiOffice/) Reason for choosing Monograph ease of use, customer service Switched from [Trello](https://www.capterra.com/p/211559/Trello/)[Slack](https://www.capterra.com/p/135003/Slack/) does not customise well, poorly fit for smaller firms Review Source Response from Monograph May 20, 2022 Thank you for your feedback! We're so glad to hear that you enjoy using Monograph. Matt F. Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Can't wait for whats to come" April 4, 2024 5.0 Great people, easy to ask questions and get support. Wont turn back! Pros I love the simple interface of the software and the regular updates and improvements always showing up. Cons Looking for ways to integrate with QBO more... looking for a how to on the new setup for best results. Switched from [Squava](https://www.capterra.com/p/180437/SQUAVA/)[BigTime](https://www.capterra.com/p/131076/BigTime/) The other platforms were too cumbersome and heavy Review Source bD benjamin D. senior associate Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "close but not yet" July 10, 2024 4.0 Pros partitioning of hours in a project based on fee and who is working on the project. Cons I would like the option to request a revision to vacation time taken because sometimes you take vacation and end up working some of that time. Also would like to include a planned pause in a future phase where it won't populate hours in staff's schedule. For instance if we are in design development and know we will need to pause for contractor pricing, we know that people won't be working on it, but it will still be in the design development phase. Review Source DS Diego S. Project Designer Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "A Young Architect's Appreciation for Monograph" July 10, 2024 5.0 Pros It's clearly a product made by and for Architects. When well-used, it helps young designers like myself better understand fees and project timelines in relation to fees. Cons Not much. I honestly couldn't think of many ways to improve it from a user experience but I think administrators at the firm have had more challenges with the interface. Review Source DW David W. Principal Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "A super user-friendly, functional, time and project management option for Architects" June 23, 2021 5.0 We're honestly just getting started, but the company seems very approachable and open to building in features as required. I like the flexibility and nimbleness that they're offering. It's an EASY to understand interface as well.. and that's just the BEST. Pros I was really looking for a time tracking and project management tool for our Architects and PM's to be able to actively see how their hours are tracking against contract budgets. Every month, we were using exported xls spreadsheets to review time already spent - and every month, I'd notice that we'd be coming up short on projects. Their "money gantt" feature allows all employees to see how they're tracking on project's profitability in real-time. It's a great tool for both employees and employers to keep everyone on track. Cons It's young... meaning that some of the features are still being implemented and developed. However, that's not necessarily a bad thing. New features are coming fast. Integration of customer feedback seems to happen quickly. Switched from [Deltek Vision](https://www.capterra.com/p/1404/Deltek-Vision/)[Unanet ERP AE](https://www.capterra.com/p/130633/Clearview-InFocus/) We've been using Deltek for many years - but never fully realized the PM or tracking potential. The interface was just too complicated for the PM's to actively use. We decided to switch to Unanet and were probably 75% into the product set up when it became obvious that it was nothing more than a CLONE of Deltek. They say its code architecture is completely rebuilt from scratch - but the UI is essentially a stripped-down copy of Deltek. Clearly, the developers came out of Deltek and that's all they know. Monograph is completely different. While it's lacking some of the integrated accounting functionality, it's user interface is so easy to use that we feel that it's actually going to be used to everyone's advantage Review Source Response from Monograph July 8, 2021 Thank you for the kind feedback! We're so glad to hear that you enjoy using Monograph. JG Justin G. Project Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Gleason Review" April 5, 2024 3.0 It has been good, I am still learning what it can or can't do. Pros The features for building out project fee, and schedule. How that translates into a Gantt chart, and how you can allocate fee / time by % to staff members. Cons Need's some further iteration's to refine the staffing chart. We have to keep rebalancing hours for every person, for every phase, for every project. Should be able to do in one click. Switched from [BQE CORE Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/141096/BQE-Software/) Moved jobs, and the new one already was using monograph Review Source KM Kyle M. Senior Manager Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Senior Manager" March 11, 2024 5.0 Monograph is the most comprehensive a cost effective project management tool that we've found. It's infancies are tolerable unlike most of the more well known PM tools we've tried. Pros Monograph does a good job managing project scheduling and how it relates for deliverables and billing. Cons Monograph falls short in the day to day tasks, actual invoicing and real life management of a project. Sharing timelines with a client is basic and more information could be provide. Reason for choosing Monograph Monograph checked the most boxes and was affordable/ Switched from [Buildertrend](https://www.capterra.com/p/70092/Buildertrend/)[monday.com](https://www.capterra.com/p/147657/monday-com/) Monday didn't have enough capabilities, Buildertrend was terrible, MS Project wasn't user friendly. Review Source RL Rome L. Principal Interior Designer Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Best Software for Architecture and Design firms out there!" April 4, 2024 5.0 Pros The reports of profitability, time management, and utilization rate are game-changing in the software. Cons They are always improving the software. I wish we could do some purchase orders for products and materials we sell for projects. Alternatives considered [Studio Designer](https://www.capterra.com/p/217839/Studio-Designer/) Switched from [Ivy](https://www.capterra.com/p/258086/Ivy/)[Houzz Pro](https://www.capterra.com/p/199689/Houzz-Pro/) It fit better with our business model and Houzz Pro does not integrate with Quickbooks properly. Review Source CN Cody N. Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Monograph Review" April 5, 2024 2.0 We paid through the year and hope you all continue to make improvements. If major improvements are not made by the end of the year, we will do anything we can to ditch the software. Pros The time tracking for projects and overall cost evaluation is fantastic. Cons The cumbersome use is terrible. Lack of being able to create and share tasks easily is also not good. Not being able to collaborate with other Monograph users for tasks is very frustrating. Invoicing is constantly glitching and the partnership with Stripe is Hell and has personally cost us close to $10,000 in lost revenue. Switched from [QuickBooks Online](https://www.capterra.com/p/190778/QuickBooks-Online/)[ClickUp](https://www.capterra.com/p/158833/ClickUp/) We wanted one software to do the function of two. Review Source KM Kimber M. Office Manager Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Great Bang for your Buck" April 10, 2024 5.0 So far so good. We have had a few issues when setting up the system but the customer service was really good. Pros Monograph is much more user friendly than our last system. Cons Porting over all the projects into the system. Switched from [AutoCAD Architecture](https://www.capterra.com/p/172801/AutoCAD-Architecture/) Price was or main reason, and continues to be. Review Source TN Teddy N. Co-Founder Architecture & Planning Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Easy interface, good support, reporting needs work." March 12, 2024 5.0 I am satisfied with Monograph, our team has adopted it well within a couple of months. In general terms it does what it should. However I do think data insights and reporting could be improved a lot, and a mobile app would be great to have. Pros Monograph is very user friendly, easy to implement and navigate. The Gantt view of projects is pretty useful. Cons Given Monograph has so much information about our firms operation, I think reporting is very basic. Many insights could be obtained that would make the tool a lot more valuable! There is no mobile app for time tracking yet. Alternatives considered [BQE CORE Suite](https://www.capterra.com/p/141096/BQE-Software/)[BigTime](https://www.capterra.com/p/131076/BigTime/) Reason for choosing Monograph It has the option for a monthly subscription as opposed to having to commit long term. Review Source CK Chris K. Principal Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Monograph " February 15, 2022 4.0 It has really improved our ability to manage the business side of our firm Pros 1\. Very nice graphical interface which makes it easier to use than other products with similar features 2. Monograph as a company is very open and transparent about the improvements they are working on and are always eager to get constructive feedback. 3. The Money-Gantt feature Cons The Milestone and Task tracking capabilities do not have project team notifications yet Reason for choosing Monograph Monograph stood out because it was graphically pleasing to look at, which is very important when you use it every day and you are in a design profession. Monograph was designed from the ground up by Architects. Monograph provides us with the ability to track our fees against our project progress in REAL TIME Review Source Response from Monograph May 20, 2022 We're glad to hear that you're enjoying Monograph! We're currently in the process of enhancing Tasks and Milestones. You'll be notified within your dashboard once the updates have been released! ED Elise D. Owner Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Excellent Tool for Small Architecture Businesses!" April 10, 2024 5.0 Pros Monograph has been an excellent tool for our small architecture firm as we have gown over the past few years. It helps us track time spent across projects, forecast future fees and workloads, and monitor productivity to make sure everything is on track. I appreciate the clear graphic quality, easy of customizing tasks and project phases, and quick report production. It is also instrumental in our Monday morning all hands meetings, making it easy to go through all the projects and track progress. Cons The time sheets themselves work great, but I wish the time tracking function would get updated - it's not nearly as robust or easy to edit after the fact as other similar programs. Specifically, being able to view individual entries after the fact in calendar/time log format would be very helpful. If you miss tracking or forget to stop the timer, it's impossible to edit except in the overall total. Alternatives considered [Trello](https://www.capterra.com/p/211559/Trello/)[Harvest](https://www.capterra.com/p/75598/Harvest/) Review Source AM Amy M. Architect Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Inadequate" April 19, 2023 2.0 I have found that I track my time so much less regularly with monograph than I had been using with a competitive software. That shows how clunky and unfriendly the interface is. Pros That it’s a small start up company is desirable. Cons Get an app for crying out loud! The web browser on a phone is dreadful. Time tracking should be an easy process. I liked jumping onto an app on my phone while on a bus home at the end of the day and I just can’t do it with Monograph. I have to be at a desk to use the software and even then it’s clunky and not intuitive. Review Source DF Daniel F. Project Architect and Business Consultant Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Monograph Review" February 11, 2022 5.0 So far, great. The Monograph team is outstanding and their resources are very helpful. Pros Great user interface, unbelievable customer support with a team that is always trying to improve the product. In almost all-in-one platform for architects Cons Really need to have your firm's phases and structure organized to begin. We do interior design, interior architecture, and architecture and it's been a bit difficult figuring out how to blend them all in one Reason for choosing Monograph Because it was run and set up for architects specifically. The team really helped us get going Switched from [Microsoft Excel](https://www.capterra.com/p/176574/Excel/) It was archaic and required too many pieces Review Source Response from Monograph May 19, 2022 Thank you for the kind feedback! We're so glad to hear that you enjoy using Monograph. AJ Amanda J. Administrative and Marketing Coordinator Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "A colorful platform to review company data " April 4, 2024 4.0 Pros Monograph is a user-friendly program that can help organize data. It can be a one-stop hub once you have everything in order. Cons Some budget items are less user-friendly, and we are still working on understanding and addressing these with monograph staff. Entering information can be a bit tedious at first. Review Source DS Derek S. Architectural Designer Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Clean and Simple" February 17, 2022 4.0 As an employee at a small architecture firm I find Monograph very useful for our needs. It's easy, clean, and simple to use. It also has all the basic tools one might need to keep a firm running. Pros I love how easy it is to fill out my timesheets. Timesheets are well organized in the software and easy to edit. I also like being able to add notes to the hours I put in. Cons I think that the time tracker clock could be easier to use. Currently I don't use it at all because it ends up being more of a pain than a benefit. As well as not improving efficiency. I think it would be more useful if it was integrated with the time sheet page. I often jump from project to project in a single day. So being able to start time on a project and pause, then start time on another would be helpful. Review Source Response from Monograph May 20, 2022 We're so glad to hear that you enjoy using Monograph! Thank you for the feedback - we've added an embedded Timer to our request board for the team to review for future enhancements. BS Brent S. Co-Owner Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Works well for our needs" May 2, 2024 5.0 Pros User interface is easy to use and has helpful graphics. Cons Sometimes it can be slow, which can be frustrating. Review Source SP Sophie P. Principal Architecture & Planning Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Getting Organized!" February 11, 2022 5.0 Pros Meistertask give us the ability to assign tasks to the team and keep track of them, as well as the ability to have all the information about a task in one place. It is SO helpful... Cons None that I have noticed yet... We still need to explore more features! We have only use the tip of the iceberg... Review Source Response from Monograph May 19, 2022 Thank you for your feedback! If you haven't already, please check out our Knowledge Base page at support.monograph.com and our YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/c/Monograph. These are great learning resources that we continue to update based on new features and customer needs. If you need additional assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out to our support team! Similar Products Featured