# Trimble Estimation Desktop Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra

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 Trimble Estimation Desktop Software Review 2026: Features, Integrations, Pros & Cons

Last updated on March 13, 2026

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Trimble Estimation Desktop

## What is Trimble Estimation Desktop?

Designed for MEP contractors, Trimble Estimation Desktop is a full-featured estimating solution that enables you to increase accuracy and win more jobs. With connected digital takeoff and integrated pricing, MEP estimators have everything they need in one solution.

## What is Trimble Estimation Desktop used for?

[Electrical Estimating](https://www.capterra.com/electrical-estimating-software/)[HVAC Estimating](https://www.capterra.com/hvac-estimating-software/)[Plumbing Estimating](https://www.capterra.com/plumbing-estimating-software/)

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Overall rating

Based on 110 user reviews

Reviews sentiment

Positive

91%

Neutral

4%

Negative

5%

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## Compare with a popular alternative

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### Trimble Estimation Desktop

4.4 (110)

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Free Version

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Free Trial

Free Version

Ease Of Use

4.2 (110)

Ease Of Use

4.5 (408)

Value For Money

3.1 (13)

Value For Money

4.5 (401)

Customer Service

4.4 (108)

Customer Service

4.7 (404)

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## Features

Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically.

Assembly Takeoff

Estimate project costs based on groups of items and procedures

Bid Management

Share bid details, archive bids, and create bid requests to assist in bid solicitation and quote comparison

Cost Database

Collection of data related to the costs associated with various items, products, services, or activities

Cost Estimating

Forecast the cost and resources required to complete a project

Document Management

Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location

Electrical Estimating

Estimating software designed for electrical businesses

Trimble Estimation Desktop 13 features

Estimate project costs based on groups of items and procedures

Share bid details, archive bids, and create bid requests to assist in bid solicitation and quote comparison

Collection of data related to the costs associated with various items, products, services, or activities

Forecast the cost and resources required to complete a project

Store, manage, and track all electronic documents in a centralized location

Estimating software designed for electrical businesses

Create and store all design plans electronically

Estimate expected cost based on various factors before a project begins

Primarily serving architecture, engineering, and construction industry professionals

Software designed specifically for HVAC companies

Serving plumbing industry professionals

Generate quotes or estimates for customers

Measure digital plans to calculate labor and materials needed

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Features

4.2 (110)

4.2

Based on 110 reviews

## Pricing

Value for money

3.1 (13)

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Value for money

3.1 (13)

3.1

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## Support, customer service and training options

Customer Service

4.4 (108)

Support

-   Email/Help Desk
-   FAQs/Forum
-   Knowledge Base
-   Phone Support
-   24/7 (Live rep)
-   Chat

Training

-   In Person
-   Live Online
-   Webinars
-   Documentation
-   Videos

Deployment

-   Web
-   Android
-   iPhone/iPad

Typical users

-   Freelancers
-   Small businesses
-   Mid size businesses
-   Enterprises

Customer Service

4.4 (108)

4.4

Based on 108 reviews

## User reviews

Overall rating

4.4

Based on 110 reviews

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4(47)

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DK

Dustin K.

Estimator

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

### "WORST Estimating Software & SUPPORT on the Market"

2.0

Overall Rating

2.0

2.0

Ease of Use

1.0

1.0

Features

3.0

3.0

Customer Service

1.0

1.0

Likelihood to Recommend

0/10

August 26, 2024

A COMPLETE AND UTTER NIGHTMARE from day one. I purchased every single piece of hardward brand new, from what the rep described would be the BEST laptop for their software. My experience started with the installer accusing the new computer I just purchased, from their recommendation, was not compatible with their software. It took the man 2 days and finally a different set of eyes to realize he was in the wrong browser, and the fault was all his. And that has been the story since. Problem after problem, with NOT ONE, SINGLE, support staff WILLING or CAPABLE of fixing their problems. These people are absolutely PATHETIC.

Pros

The fact that I was only dupped into a one year contract with Trimble and not longer.

Cons

The fact that Trimble's reps will lie through their teeth in order to make a sale. After thoroughly describing my situation about ONLY using the product I was considering purchasing after hours, my rep INSISTENTLY ASSURED me Trimble would be there 24/7. WHAT A LIAR!! Not only are they not available 24/7, they're not really available at all. I've owned this product for less than 30 days, it has been completely inoperable for the previous week and a half, that's 10 days, including weekends, that our company's estimating department has been down, and Trimble could care less. They won't even make scheduled service appointments to help assist their faulty software. McCormick is where we're going next, so should you. Heck, paper takeoff's would be less hassle than this. Go with a company that actually cares, not one that has EVERY indicator of being a complete and utter scam. WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE EVER!!!!!!!!!

Alternatives considered

[McCormick Electrical Estimating](https://www.capterra.com/p/165314/Electrical-Estimating-Software/)

Reasons for choosing Trimble Estimation Desktop

Because I was tricked to believe Trimble could support my needs and falsely told if any of my concerns did arise, I would have 24/7 hour tech support. Trimble sells you on what you want to hear, but doesn't have the capability to deliver.

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CS

charlie s.

Senior Electrical Estimator

Construction

### "Industry Standard which needs improvement!"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

3.0

3.0

Features

3.0

3.0

Customer Service

1.0

1.0

Likelihood to Recommend

7/10

May 10, 2023

Pros

Industry standard which most companies adopt.

Cons

Custom service as I am still waiting over 4 weeks for my ticket to be completed. No response from the team either.

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MA

Marvin A.

sales

Design

### "Is "ViewPoint" for you?"

4.0

Overall Rating

4.0

4.0

Ease of Use

4.0

4.0

Features

3.0

3.0

Customer Service

3.0

3.0

Likelihood to Recommend

6/10

September 5, 2018

Pros

If you already have their other software then the right option would be to go and get this one. Just like what the sales person will say to you that you can track your rewards(profit), perform correct takeoffs and submit on time. All of those things are true to a certain point.

Cons

The person that does the sales at times can seem pushy and want for you to go ahead and purchase right there and now. That is not the right way on dealing with something like this. Especially when there is a lot of money going into this. The takeoff bids are not at all accurate. At times you have to make the final corrections. Yes, there is a support team that will help you out. The other item about this is that the cost of training is even more money. You either have to go to them or they come to you and there is just not enough time for getting the right amount of training. They should lower the that cost to make it even better.

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HF

Hugo F.

IT Director

Construction

### "Greatest Estimation Software Company! I highly recommend them! "

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

December 7, 2017

Pros

The Software just works!! It sounds so simple, I know, but it's true! We had been through 2 other estimation softwares before ViewPoint and they were laggy, badly built and the support stunk! ViewPoint is the complete opposite. The support is fantastic and their trainers come in and actually care that you learn the software and you learn it well. I've never dealt with better trainers or a more knowledgeable group of technical support specialist. These guys are awesome!

Cons

I can't name a single downside about ViewPoint MEP Estimating. You get a lot of bang for your buck! It's not cheap but it's definitely an investment worth making for you and your company!

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RL

Richie L.

Network Administrator

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

### "Viewpoint MEP Software"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

November 21, 2017

Customer service agent has been a great asset to us in upgrading our software and purchasing other systems. We would highly recommend her as an account manager.

Pros

Our offices have been using Viewpoint MEP estimation for Electrical for quite some time now. We rely on this system to quickly, and accurately complete bids. This software has taken us to the next level, and we have used it for multi-million dollar jobs. Without this software we would not be able to complete the amount of work we do daily at our four locations.

Cons

Issues arise just like with any software, but the support team is quick to respond and prompt at fixing the issue.

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BK

Brandi K.

Director of Estimation

Construction

### "To many steps to do a simple task."

1.0

Overall Rating

1.0

1.0

Ease of Use

1.0

1.0

Features

2.0

2.0

Customer Service

1.0

1.0

Likelihood to Recommend

2/10

October 25, 2017

We purchased in August and were unable to go to the training until December, they would not even let us download the program until we did the training and they rebill us every August instead of when we were able to start using it. When I called to ask if they could change our billing date to when we were able to start using the program I was told I was basically a liar and that there was no way we were unable to use their program from the beginning time of purchase.

Pros

This program can do a lot...If you have a degree in computer engineering. It is faster than trying to do a take off by hand. Pat, the trainer we had was wonderful ! Extremely helpful and will answer any question any time of day, much better than the customer help center.

Cons

The program is quite pricey, add to that more money for training that is incomplete for the amount of information that is needed to run this program. The sales person we had was nice but extremely pushy. Customer service after purchase is terrible.

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SG

sandra g.

accounting manager

Construction

### "Too many steps "

2.0

Overall Rating

2.0

2.0

Ease of Use

2.0

2.0

Features

3.0

3.0

Customer Service

1.0

1.0

Likelihood to Recommend

2/10

October 6, 2017

I really don't care for it.

Pros

It does a lot of accounting needs. I guess if you really need all those steps this would be a great system. But not for a smaller company.

Cons

Too many clicks and too many windows to open to get to one area. So many steps to just do one thing.

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PS

Pedro S.

IT Manager

Construction

### "Pedro Silva - Bermudez, Longo, Diaz-Masso, LLC"

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

9/10

August 9, 2017

In general we like the product and we hope that it always stays at the forefront of technology for the benefit of all.

Pros

BLDM is one of America’s leading specialty construction companies. We have been 55 years in the market and we are still going. We implemented the software in our Estimating Department more than 20 years ago and since its implementation we have completely trusted it. Given the fact that technology keeps growing , expanding and innovating, we still rely on Viewpoint Software because of its accuracy and feasibility when working on bids, I personally believe that part of our success with the software is based on the full support provided by the technical staff. Always there to help when you need them!

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SM

Scott M.

Owner/President

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

### "Excellent Product. "

5.0

Overall Rating

5.0

5.0

Ease of Use

5.0

5.0

Features

5.0

5.0

Customer Service

5.0

5.0

Likelihood to Recommend

10/10

August 8, 2017

Keep up the good work

Pros

User friendly. Works very well. I log onto it every morning and work with it all day every day. Awesome product. Mary Heinz is FABULOUS

Cons

Have no problems with it. Even if I did have a problem with Viewpoint it would be taken care of promptly and professionally

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JK

JONATHAN K.

Electrical estimator

Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing

### "MEP electrical estimating "

3.0

Overall Rating

3.0

3.0

Ease of Use

3.0

3.0

Features

2.0

2.0

Customer Service

3.0

3.0

Likelihood to Recommend

5/10

February 24, 2017

Good product for small jobs. Don't think it is good for multi-million dollar estimates. Maybe over time, I will change my mind.

Pros

The digital take off is nice

Cons

Cannot label things easily.

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