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Last updated March 13th, 2026

# Page 11 - Reviews of PlanSwift

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MT

Michele T.  
Senior Estimator  
  
Used the software for:

### "Easy to use - and easy to train others on"

April 2, 2015

5.0

We use PlanSwift to complete our take-offs for hotels. It makes the whole process quick and easy compared to using a ruler and completing the takeoffs by hand. I previously used PlanSwift while working for a Landscape Contractor and the curve feature was essential in taking off grassy areas, and curved concrete sidewalks, etc. As a result of my previous experience with it - I was able to easily talk my current employer into buying the software for my use. Now three of us use it all the time.

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GL

Gill L.  
Owner  
  
Used the software for:

### "2 /years running PS"

March 31, 2015

5.0

Since I've started using PS my estimators and I are producing quotes twice as fast, we've been more accurate within our costing allowing us to win more bids as well. The First year using PS we've increased our business by 80% and increased our profit margins by 30% and during the second year we've maintained our increase and improved profits by an extra 5%. I'm loving this software and teaching it to my project managers, accountants and site supers to keep everyone on the same page.

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MM

Marielle M.  
Recruitment Especialist  
Construction  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "PlanSwift Review"

October 8, 2018

4.0

Pros

I love using this software. My templates becomes great, I put all my ideas here clearly and detailed.

Cons

For beginners, need watch tutorial to make it easy. It takes time to become a pro of using it but I love it!

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TB

Tony B.  
Chf of Operations  
  
Used the software for:

### "Intuitive"

April 2, 2015

5.0

I have used OST for years and became very comfortable with its operation. I moved to a new position with a new company and they had no takeoff software so I was given the task of acquisition of needed software. OST was my first choice of course until I came upon PlanSwift and downloaded the 15 day free trial. The package is so easy to grasp, we purchased the software 3 days into the free trial. At half the cost of OST, we've given up nothing in performance.

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RH

Richard H.  
Owner/President  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Best estimating software around"

October 4, 2016

5.0

This software is so easy to use and build material list it cuts my time in half to do an estimate.

Pros

How easy it is to do take offs.

Cons

Cant say that i dislike anything on this software.

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JB

James B.  
Estimator  
  
Used the software for:

### "Impressed!"

April 2, 2015

5.0

I am a new user of PlanSwift. I have used several large, in-depth and complicated programs in the past such as Microvellum, Autodesk products and Solid Edge to name a few. The transition into PlanSwift is easier than expected. I appreciate the effort made for tutorials at seemingly every screen. It is very customizable and intuitive. I look forward to every opportunity to learn more about how to become a better estimator and PlanSwift is a great teacher!

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TK

Todd K.  
  
Construction  
Used the software for:

### "Three years of complete satisfaction and full time use"

March 8, 2014

5.0

Pros

Planswift has excellent support and training. The price was a lot less expensive than other quality software, and the training and support was leaps and bounds better. I did like the other two estimating systems that I tried, but I could not get any real help.

Cons

There can be a steep learning curve, and the "standard" reports can be improved.

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PP

Paul P.  
President  
Construction  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "It is OK when it works. It just stopped working one day still not fixe"

June 25, 2016

1.5

Pros

When it works it is OK. Basic program for quick takeoffs of simple projects

Cons

Stopped running and tech support could not help. No other program stopped running so I know its not the computer

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JS

Justin S.  
Project Manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Great Product, Great Customization, Great Customer Service"

August 11, 2016

4.5

Pros

The interface is very open and it allows the user a great deal of options on how to use the software. I have set up an entire estimating department on PlanSwift including forms, takeoffs, and pricing that can be used from job to job. Customer service is great and they will work with you as long as needed to make sure the software is operating how you would like.

Cons

It can tend to freeze up now and then, especially when switching from job to job within the software. Slow start up on some of the other slower computers in the office

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SA

Sal A.  
President  
  
Used the software for:

### "Parts are easy and good and parts are very complex"

April 7, 2015

3.0

There is a large learning curve if you are going to use program to create items and price out items. Easy to use for finding out footages and areas. They really need to simplify the reports. There should some assembly's set fr framing like a interior wall , exterior wall, floor framing , roof framing. Should have formulers set in there also for items like nails per sq ft for shearing. Ways to add teco's for walls and floor framing

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ST

Stephen T.  
General Superintendent  
  
Used the software for:

### "The Best"

April 9, 2015

5.0

I have been using plan swift now for about 5 or 6 years and find it to be the most versatile and user friendly estimating program I have ever used. I do cost, material and labor take offs for High rise buildings and infrastructure project from $5mil to $125mil. It integrates seamlessly with Excel and MS Project, it makes my work very easy with out any problems. I have trained 15 or 20 new employees on the system. I love it.

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HS

Hector S.  
Owner  
Construction  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "careful with the maintenance fee scams"

May 30, 2017

1.0

So I call customer service and know and behold I didn't buy into a maintenance package so it's going to cost more now to have a tech assist. ?

Pros

It's Great for takeoffs, easy to work with, and has many options that lets you customize your own style.

Cons

1 year and 1month into the program and I get a message that there's an Access violation at an address in the module.

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PA

Pepper A.  
  
Design  
Used the software for:

### "Go with PlanSwift "

April 28, 2014

3.0

Pros

Does the job quickly and accurately. My mate brought another system that ended up being a ripoff. He's paying more for his license than he's making. There is no software that is better than PlanSwift.

Cons

There's nothing I don't love. It gives a great ROI; it is designed by the people for the people. It's not a swanky or over-priced.

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BS

Brian S.  
  
Glass, Ceramics & Concrete  
Used the software for:

### "Great software"

October 22, 2014

4.5

Pros

The software is very easy to use and has many tools to speed up the process of doing takeoffs. It is very robust and can handle large and small jobs. The product is also very customizable. The vendor has been easy to deal with.

Cons

There is not a lot I do not like. The link to Excel is a little weak and easy to break once connected.

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JW

Joseph W.  
Senior Estimator  
  
Used the software for:

### "Most user friendly estimating software around!"

March 31, 2015

5.0

PlanSwift has helped to streamline our estimating process. Since getting the program 2 years ago, our company has been able to do concrete take-offs using customized templates in record time! The program has user friendly controls which allows me to train employees on the program very quickly. PlanSwift has so many great functions that allow you to complete estimates as accurately and timely as possible. Awesome program!

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CG

Corrie G.  
president  
  
Used the software for:

### "Bidding made simple"

April 3, 2015

5.0

I use this program every day. I run a landscape and paving company. This program makes bidding simple and fast. I refer back to the program during the project which helps me remember how I calculated my numbers and makes ordering materials easy. Downloading drawings is fast and simple. I can't say enough about how valuable this program is to my company. The best part is you don't have to be a computer whizz to use it.

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JM

Jill M.  
Operations Manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "PlanSwift"

November 9, 2017

5.0

Pros

PlanSwift allows us to easily communicate as a team the focus of our bids. We are able to highlight key details that our team needs to pay attention. It allows for accurate measurements and descriptions of projects.

Cons

It does not allow multiple uses to access the account at one time to work collaboratively on a project.

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GB

GEORGE B.  
Office Manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Easiest to use, most flexible of the four options that we tested "

February 24, 2016

4.0

Pros

Planswift allows you to personalize your wall assemblies according to local building practices. The setup of these assemblies is a time consuming process in the beginning, but makes using the program so much easier going forward. Takeoffs are accurate when measured against our old methods. Training others to use the program takes practice, but is time saving in the long run.

Cons

Still has some bugs. Elevation takeoffs of roofing don't calculate as well as area takeoffs. Floor joist option is buggy also.

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PD

Peter D.  
Estimator  
Building Materials  
Used the software for:

### "Excellent estimating software for the price"

February 8, 2016

4.5

Pros

Software is very user friendly, customer support is good.

Cons

Creating the formulas to have Planswift calculate square footage and cubic footage for me while I'm taking off a linear qty is too time consuming and not worth the effort. I can calculate those values on my own much quicker using the overall linear foot qty.

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MH

Mark H.  
Operations Manager  
  
Used the software for:

### "Better than others reviewed!"

March 16, 2015

4.0

Planswift is by far the best program I researched before making a purchase. At first my company didn't believe me and we started with only 4 licenses to "Beta test". Fast forward just a few months and now we have 18 licenses and everyone that uses it is thrilled about how fast and easy it works. We will never go back to our old method of takeoffs on paper. Thank you Planswift for making a great program.

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EJ

Eddie J.  
Commercial Estimator  
  
Used the software for:

### "Swift and Easy"

March 28, 2015

5.0

Learned planswift on my own with no help from customer service. it was easy to figure out and manipulate the cells to meet my requirements for providing a customer an informative takeoff and estimate. Started my own Lumber Estimating business and was hired by an Insulating company as a commercial estimator which uses planswift. Adopted the same principles and made an easy adjustment with the company.

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JW

Joel W.  
Office manager  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Does what it says-just needs more functions"

April 24, 2018

5.0

Pros

The ease of use and picking it up quickly is great. Organizing folders makes it easy to keep track. Price is fair for what you get.

Cons

Pretty much useless for plumbing if you want any detail. Then again for the price it works fine and I know a true plumbing takeoff software.

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MG

Michael G.  
Estimator  
Construction  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Planswift Takeoff program"

April 13, 2016

4.0

Pros

It saves us alot of time in the takeoff and estimating process

Cons

just not knowing how to program some of it makes it difficult to set up some of the features

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DF

David F.  
Purchasing & Estimating Manager  
  
Used the software for:

### "PlanSwift makes my life so much easier!!!"

April 3, 2015

5.0

I have been in the residential home building business for 27 years and was recently introduced to PlanSwift 3 years ago and I wish it was around when I started doing estimating many years ago. I'm such a believer of the software that any chance I get to share the benefits of PlanSwift with a subcontractor or vendor I do; many have purchased the software because of my enthusiasm for the product.

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DL

David L.  
Owner  
Construction  
Used the software for: Less than 6 months

### "Planswift, so far so good. "

October 3, 2016

4.0

I just started using this product and so far it has been good. I would have like more training without having to pay so much.

Pros

Many add-ons

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