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Pete A.
Owner
Construction, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: 1-2 years
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
September 17, 2024

"GC take on Congenius"

Overall: Amazing customer support, reasonable pricing, and overall a well-built product that works!

Pros: I have been using ConGenius for over a year now as a General Contractor. This software has saved me so much time and money! I am able to win more jobs at higher prices because my bids look so clean, concise, and professional. My time to complete bids is typically under an hour and sometimes less than 15 minutes, saving me so much office time. Highly recommend it!

Cons: A little bit of a learning curve but that is going to be the case with any estimating software.

Alternatives Considered: Procore, PlanSwift and Houzz Pro
Reasons for Choosing ConGenius: Because the founder is a contractor and built something to actually solve real problems he experienced. Not just a company trying to build something that they think will solve problems that they don't even know exist. They also answered their phone when I called!
Switched From: Microsoft Excel
Reasons for Switching to ConGenius: Needed something more robust and professional looking.

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on September 23, 2024
Pete, thank you for your review, we love to hear that you are saving time and winning more jobs at higher prices! We are currently working on ways to simplify the learning curve, thanks for the feedback and shout out.
Tyler L.
Owner
Construction, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: 1-2 years
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
9/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
September 19, 2024

"Top notch estimating and presentation"

Overall: The tool itself is a great addition to our tech stack. The team behind the software is outstanding and available… a true asset to our company.

Pros: The estimating and presentation functions of Congenius are outstanding and efficient.

Cons: A better solution within the tool for Change Orders would be an incredible.

Alternatives Considered: Jobber, CoConstruct and Microsoft Excel
Reasons for Choosing ConGenius: Cost, support team, presentation and estimating functionality

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on September 23, 2024
Thanks, Tyler! We're thrilled to hear that ConGenius has become a valuable part of your tech stack and that you're loving the estimating and proposal features. We also appreciate your feedback on Change Orders—this is something we’re actively working on improving. Our team is always here to support you, and we’re grateful to be part of your success!
Steve C.
Director of Design and Construction
Construction, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: 1-2 years
Overall Rating
4.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
9/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
September 17, 2024

"Excellent Tool for Contractors"

Overall: Excellent, been using it for a while. The platform just keeps getting better and better. They also listen to the overall needs of their users and work to implement them into a positive work flow.

Pros: Ease of use is #1. It’s also a very professional tool that will elevate any contractor’s presentation and efficiency.

Cons: Honestly, just waiting for them to expand the platform into project management and then we will be work at 100% capacity.

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on September 23, 2024
Hey Steve. Thanks so much for your review and feedback! So glad to hear that ConGenius is helping you with efficiency and presentation!
Drake C.
Owner
Construction, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: 1-2 years
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
September 17, 2024

"Highly recommended Application for business organization"

Overall: Overall, Congenius has been better than ever. It’s my favorite application to use and I would recommend it to anyone

Pros: Flexibility and adaptability. User-friendly great software for storage on documents and pictures. We are able to use it as a CRM as well to help store customer information

Cons: They are still working on development, but every time they publish updates, it seems to get better

Switched From: JobNimbus
Reasons for Switching to ConGenius: Congenius, is developing to help fill the gaps of other service programs. Everything that I felt was missing on the other applications has filled in the gap and exceeded my expectations.

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on September 23, 2024
Hey Drake, thank you for your review! Can't wait to keep making it better and better for you!
Brad M.
VP - Project Management
Construction, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: 6-12 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
September 20, 2024

"ConGenius is a 10/10 product! "

Overall: First class! [sensitive content hidden] are open to feedback, care about their customers and are always looking to build a better product.

Pros: ConGenius best features are the ease of use. The onboarding process for many builder software products are a high ceiling to bring to operational use. Not ConGenius! In a matter of minutes you will be ready to build out your templates and send estimates.

Cons: I would like to see a features for Project management daily reports. Not complicated. Just simple records for PMs and or staff to records daily operations .

Switched From: Buildertrend
Reasons for Switching to ConGenius: ConGenius was the right product at the right time for our company. BT was not delivering what it need to for the cost.
Carlos A.
Owner
Construction, 11-50 employees
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
September 17, 2024

"Great Tool "

Overall: Overall it has been great. Customer service has been above what I expected.

Pros: Great design layout. Easy to use and generates great estimates.

Cons: Missing. A few functions that I would like but the customer service is great and the direction they are heading is in line with what I need

Switched From: Pipedrive
Reasons for Switching to ConGenius: Ease of use and training new sales team members

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on September 23, 2024
Thanks for the review! We're glad you're enjoying the design and ease of use. Your feedback is important as we continue to improve. We’re excited to keep supporting your business!
Kinsey B.
Co-founder
Construction, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: 2+ years
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
September 17, 2024

"The best estimating software on the market"

Overall: I have worked at ConGenius for almost 3 years and am honored to work with a team with this level of grit and determination. I am so excited for the future.

Pros: In full transparency, I work at ConGenius, so take it or leave it. I have never worked with a group of people that care as deeply about contractors building a better business as the team at ConGenius does. ConGenius is the the most user friendly and powerful estimating software on the market to date. I'm really excited about the innovation and features that are on our future roadmap and making an impact on people that build our cities in a positive way. What makes it different? Most software is built by a team of engineers trying to build software for a problem they don't understand (which is not their fault). ConGenius is actually designed and architected by [sensitive content hidden], a tech entrepreneur who has grown up in the trades and actually owned and operated a remodeling company. Check out our podcast "The Contractor Commute" for business tips and insights for small construction companies.

Cons: I wish it wasn't so hard to build truly impactful and useful software, but if it was easy, everyone would do it.

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on September 23, 2024
Thank you so much for sharing your experience and insights! It's amazing to hear from someone who is not only part of the ConGenius family but also so passionate about what we do. Your commitment to making contractors’ lives easier and helping businesses grow shines through in every word. We couldn't agree more—building truly impactful software is a challenge, but it's one we’re more than happy to take on. It's exciting to see how much the team’s industry knowledge and dedication are reflected in the product, and we can’t wait to continue innovating. And yes, for anyone reading, don't miss out on our podcast, "The Contractor Commute," for valuable tips and strategies for small construction businesses!
Ralph D.
Owner
Construction, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: 6-12 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
4.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
4.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
September 17, 2024

"Congenius review"

Overall: Overall, Congenius is a very useful tool that has saved a lot of time and money!

Pros: I like that the software is easy to use. It takes some time to generate assemblies however, once generated they make bidding simple and fast.

Cons: The only downside is not having a pdf search tool. That would help with finding text that pertains to your particular scope of work.

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on September 23, 2024
Thank you for your review, Ralph! We're thrilled to hear that you're finding ConGenius easy to use and that it's helping simplify and speed up your bidding process after generating assemblies. Your feedback about a PDF search tool is incredibly valuable—we're always looking for ways to improve, and we'll definitely take this into consideration for future updates.
Angel M.
President
Construction, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: Less than 6 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
September 17, 2024

"Excellent estimating software !!"

Overall: I have had an excellent experience with the Congenius software

Pros: Congenius has been an excellent fit for our company. We have increased our conversion rates thanks to the professional presentation of the final estimates. Now we can get estimates done four times faster, the take-off tools are awesome. The entire software is built to make contractors more efficient, competitive, and professional. Its definitely a most try, i strongly recommend it.

Cons: There is nothing i don't like, there is room for improvement but the Congenius team seems eager to collect feedback and make the software better

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on September 23, 2024
Thanks for the review, Angel! We're thrilled to hear ConGenius has improved your conversion rates and estimating speed. We're always working to improve, and your feedback is invaluable. Thanks for recommending us!
Ron B.
President
Construction, 1-10 employees
Used the software for: 6-12 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
4.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
September 18, 2024

"Keep it going"

Overall: Great!! Always taking time when needed to assist and they keep improving the program and understanding an old man like me.

Pros: Ease of use, catalog build and professional proposal at the end

Cons: Things are in the works but I have an excavation business and this is more catered to remodeling and house build

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on September 23, 2024
Thanks for sharing your feedback! We're glad you're finding the ease of use and proposals helpful. We're continuously working to expand features, and we appreciate your patience as we grow. We're here to support you every step of the way! Keep it going, Ron!
Wil H.
Owner and Founder
Construction, Self-employed
Used the software for: 6-12 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
August 18, 2023

"ComGenius is THE answer"

Overall: It’s great. It’s the answer for taking a contractor/construction business from paying the bills to actually adding profit into your company.

Pros: The overall ease and user friendliness of the product is incredible and being able to save previously entered information for future bids is a major time saver.

Cons: I’m not sure they used my favorite colors in the design… but I’m color blind.

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on August 28, 2023
Wil, thanks so much for your review of ConGenius. We are pumped to hear that you have found it to be a timesaver for your business and it has been easy to use! Sorry about the colors.. hopefully they grow on you :) "It's the answer for taking a contractor/construction business from paying the bills to actually adding profit into your company." Wow! So excited to hear this and continue helping make you and your business more profitable for years to come.
Joel K.
Contractor
Construction, Self-employed
Used the software for: 6-12 months
Overall Rating
5.0
Ease of Use
5.0
Customer Service
5.0
Features
5.0
Value for Money
5.0
Likelihood to Recommend
10/10
Reviewer Source
Source: Capterra
August 27, 2023

"ConGenius User"

Overall: Benefits have been less time estimating and quicker turnaround for the customer.

Pros: The cost estimating is the most useful and impactful for my business. It is very user friendly and was easy to transition to active user.

Cons: I have not found an issue at this point. I feel like this software has thought of it all.

Vendor Response

By ConGenius on August 28, 2023
Thank you for partnering with us, Joel! We're excited to hear that our cost estimating feature has had a significant impact on your business by allowing you to create estimates faster and provide quicker turnaround times for customers. Your feedback is greatly appreciated, and we're here to support your business! As always, let us know if there is anything we can do to make your ConGenius experience even better.