# Page 3 | ProEst Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Page 3 - Is ProEst the right Takeoff solution for you? Explore 69 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/8684/ProEst/reviews --- ProEst 3.9 (69) [View alternatives](https://www.capterra.com/p/8684/ProEst/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 June 3rd, 2026 # Page 3 - Reviews of ProEst ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 51-69 of 69 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use IB Israel B. Project Manager Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "ProEst Review" November 17, 2016 4.0 My company has recently purchased the Enterprise Version of ProEst. We have only started learning the system but have so far been very impressed with the functionality, ease of use and product value. The ability to do digital takeoff straight from the program, as well as the flexibility to edit / modify just about every piece of information on the system gives it an advantage to other programs i have used. Pros This is by far the easiest estimating program i have used thus far. Other pros include - Flexibility to edit almost everything; the large cache of report templates; the large database and pre-built assemblies; the built in digital takeoff; the bid day summary to use for sub-contractor bid tabulation Cons The preset costs are very generic (i.e. labor costs) - for large projects with heavy labor, this could throw off the labor estimate. In addition, the digital takeoff module, albeit very handy, is somewhat limited. It would be nice to have more flexibility to manually manipulate takeoffs, even after associating it with a digital takeoff. It would also be nice to be able to switch between different forms of measurement, right now you are only limited to the unit of measure determined by the line item for which you are taking off. Review Source TM Travis M. Estimator Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Overall good for the money" April 19, 2018 4.0 Pros Ease of use Reporting Predefined database's to fit specific company needs Onscreen takeoff and estimating software in one Cloud or Desktop Cons No live tech support or chat support. Must submit a support ticket and wait for a call back. No way to change database and have it reflect on templates without updating templates individually Training is not free Review Source MG Manuel G. Owner Design Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Estimating Software build from the point of view of the contractor" November 4, 2015 5.0 Pros The software is easy to understand and it truly meets and exceeds all of our expectation when it came time to turn in a bid . We are a building and design firm, the range of the work we bid goes from electrical, plumbing, HVAC to complete turn key. We appreciate the fact ProEst is constantly improving its functionalities and overall performance. Cons The issues we had over the years are the same issues we get with other software in our systems, updates sometimes fix one program but conflicts with others. Happy to said the issues were not critical nor catastrophic in our daily use of the program nor cause major delays in our bidding process. Review Source MG Michael G. President Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Liars" February 1, 2018 1.0 They are not truthful in their abilities and they sold us a server based version which when they started training they wouldn’t give us and wanted us on the cloud which has very little functionality. Had to fight with them for a month to get the server base and they said they wouldn’t support in the near future plus they never gave us the databases that they claim to have. They are a rip off artist so avoid at all cost. Pros There is absolutely nothing we liked about this product or company except the sales pitch and presentation. Cons If you are an mep contractor this is not the software for you. They say they have their on databases but after many request they could never provide them. They wanted us to build all databases from scratch which would require a full time person about 6 to 8 months due to the number of databases you would need. They don’t listen to the customer and we finally just uninstalled the software and broke off communication with them Review Source MC Michael C. Project Executive Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Decent Software for the Money" January 6, 2017 3.0 Proest is software that has a fairly steep learning curve but when mastered is pretty powerful. It requires the building of all of the assemblies that you, as a builder or subcontractor, actually need. If you buy the database of assemblies you'll at least have those to start with. Building the formulas behind the assemblies can make you want to cry. However, if you like you can use simple unit takeoffs and apply a cost to them later. Proest can be as complex or as simple as you'd like for it to be and for the money, it's a pretty good program. It takes quite a bit of time to get acclimated to it and in my opinion as a GC it makes a bit more sense as an estimating platform for a specialty building subcontractor who is self-performing all of their work...ie concrete, masonry, framing/drywall, etc. than it does for a GC but you can make it work. Pros Bid day function. Cons Steep, steep, steep learning curve. Review Source BL Beth L. Procurement Officer Construction Used the software for: ### "ProEst is OK" February 8, 2018 3.0 Our suggestions for improvement are taken seriously. Pros It's easy to use and the customer support is really great. The Report Center was the draw to the software (and that it's cloud based). Cons The report center isn't quite what it's cracked up to be. I thought we could do more with the reports, but the capabilities are rather limited. Review Source VR Verified Reviewer VDC Preconstruction Engineer Construction Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "Great software for quantity takeoffs" February 20, 2018 4.0 Pros This tool was easy to use for quantity takeoffs. We use this tool to calculate dimensions ad areas from plans quickly and easily, Cons There are many other tools that offer a measuring tool plus more, while the additional capabilities of this software are limited. Review Source CC Clint C. Project Manager/Estimator Construction Used the software for: ### "Initial walk through was well done. Purchase was easy and the turnaround was same day. Had a few problems getting installed but turned out to be my computer not the product. Six trianing courses were included in purchase so we are still going through thos" April 18, 2017 4.0 Pros Ease of takeoffs and assemblies are plenty detailed RS Means cost data embedded in the program makes pricing/budget very easy Multiple ways to view information in reports Customer service Cons Install was a little tricky Missing a few assemblies I would like to have (minor issue) learning curve at the very beginning, but became very proficient after a few trial and error moments Review Source MS Mike S. Project Manager Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Support is excelent" August 25, 2016 4.0 Pros The customer support is outstanding. Training was good. Cons It cannot share data bases. i.e. piping, electrical, and civil are separate files that must be added together outside the software. Add features to allow the exporting of database to other software, so it can be manipulated. Or add the tools to the software. I would like to add much of the existing excel files to the data base. Review Source AM ANIEL M. Estimator Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "The software is very comprehensive " July 27, 2015 4.5 Pros The best part about the software is the depth at which you can estimate especially with all the factors that you can take into account, whether you are using existing ones or custom ones. That, coupled with the extensive cost database makes for a solid package of available information where you can track costs not only in terms of material, labor, equipment but according to divisions, assemblies, or even at a per room level. The software provides a good deal of flexibility in being able to create and customize the data to fit your work needs. Cons It was surprising that it wasn't as similar to excel as I expected. Although the layout is similar, manipulating columns,rows and data is different. Once you're familiarized with the tools and order of operations for the different tasks it becomes a very useful tool. Review Source JK John K. Owner Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "If I could not figure out an issue they would call and get on remote s" August 19, 2016 4.0 Pros Great support from the support team. They call you back right away and they seem to care and want to take care of any issues. They are good at explaining the program or any issues that you might have.The program is easy to use and I have never used an estimating program before this one so I know if I picked up easily anyone can. Training was top notch! Cons The assembly could use some reworking. There could be more assembly made as well. Review Source CA Chris A. Project Manager Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Efficient but kind of clunky." December 15, 2015 3.0 Pros ProEst is a pretty solid, and incredibly deep take off program with very helpful and responsive customer support. It makes drawing takeoffs simpler and allows multilayer markups on a single pdf, estimating and responding to RFPs is far less time consuming. Cons The user interface is cumbersome and has too many window pop ups. The system will occasionally lock out users which can be a pain. Review Source CB Chad B. Project Manager / Estimator Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### " ProEst Estimating Review" June 27, 2019 4.0 Pros The larger Data Base makes takeoffs easy Cons Material Pricing, They can't set average cost due to the every changing market. Review Source SB Stephen B. Estimator Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Poor Takeoff Software" August 20, 2015 3.0 Pros Prompt customer support - unfortunately, there wasn't much they could do about the poor operation of the software Cons Constant glitches in the userface. This takeoff software is not at all a polished finished product. I'm sure the Project Management integration is great, but we only needed the takeoff software, and it's been a huge letdown. Takeoff layers & text arbitrarily fall behind each other, text size can be huge or tiny & you can't change it. If the scale is metric you are forced to use metric takeoff numbers - it's the little things that make you fiddle around & waste a lot of time. This product feels unfinished - not 40 yrs old. (using a PC by the way - don't blame it on me) Review Source CS C.K. S. Construction Used the software for: ### "ProEst gives us an advantage over our competition." December 2, 2013 4.0 Pros The ease of use and ability to perform quick takeoffs has sped up the productivity and accuracy of our bids. Cons We are a Mac-based company and have been using this product via parallels on a Windows-based platform. Although we've requested they develop a Mac version, it doesn't sound like it's in their future. We will be heading in a new direction this year because running two operating systems simultaneously bogs our systems down too much and ProEst is the only reason we run Windows. Review Source AT Amy T. Design Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Many software errors. " January 23, 2015 2.0 Pros Support is fast to reply to your requests and very friendly. Cons The software does not function as intuitively as it appears to in demos and training videos. There are many, many error messages, some of which cannot be resolved. I had to start over on an estimate twice due to software glitches. Review Source Response from Autodesk June 3, 2015 It's unfortunate that they did not have a good experience but we really do not support Mac machines which were utilized by this client. A PC is really needed to best utilize ProEst and its functionality. If the client buys a PC we will gladly extend their service contract at no cost. AG Alejandro G. Project Estimator Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great Software for Estimating and Controlling" August 27, 2018 5.0 Pros The software lets you link up with a payroll/scheduling software to give you an all-around control of your estimates directly on to your projects. Cons It is an activity database, you have to build your database first while you're doing your estimates, you'll reach full operational capability once you have a concise database of activities that will let you speed up the estimating process. Review Source HA Hank A. Project Manager Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Easy to Use and Quick to Learn " November 23, 2015 3.5 Pros I liked that this software is very simple and easy, and we had free training sessions which was very useful. I also find the take off system and tools very powerful and the database is huge. Cons Some of the items have very detailed costs items which i don't need Review Source EA Edgar A. IT Systems Technician Government Administration Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Easy to use" June 13, 2017 5.0 Pros The teacher remotely connects to the PC for one on one instruction. Great Product! Cons Actually finding time for the instructors to remotely connect was the hardest part. But is well worth it. 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