Best Construction Estimating Software with Mechanical Estimating Capabilities

PENTA Construction Software

PENTA Construction Software helps you manage operations with less effort, consistently execute best practices, and improve productivity by continually analyzing your performance.

Average Rating: 3.5/5.0

Total Reviews: 10

eTakeoff Dimension

eTakeoff is an electronic viewer and takeoff solution for estimators across all construction disciplines with the ability to manage productivity, accuracy, share and review takeoff details, and more.

Average Rating: 4.7/5.0

Total Reviews: 5

Trimble Accubid Anywhere

Trimble Accubid Anywhere is a cloud-based estimating and takeoff platform designed for commercial electrical, ICT, and industrial mechanical contractors. Built for teams with multiple estimators or branch offices, Accubid Anywhere moves your entire pre-construction workflow into a secure, fully managed cloud environment—eliminating hardware overhead while giving your team 24/7 access to critical project data from any location. The software unites every stage of the bidding lifecycle into a single subscription. Estimators can complete dynamic 2D graphical takeoffs using AI-assisted symbol recognition and AutoCount technology, which automatically quantifies drawing elements and maintains a live, bi-directional link with the estimate audit trail. Any drawing adjustment instantly reflects in your cost breakdown, reducing human error and eliminating repetitive manual entries. Accubid Anywhere ensures bidding accuracy by integrating directly with TRA-SER pricing databases and Supplier Xchange. Estimators can query real-time distributor pricing and request live quotes, keeping material costs current and protecting project margins against market fluctuation. Integrated Change Management tools allow project managers to track contract revisions, assess direct and indirect cost impacts, and generate clear change order notices to avoid profit fade during construction. Designed for multi-user collaboration, Accubid Anywhere allows multiple team members to work on the exact same bid simultaneously without file locking or data conflicts. Built-in APIs and customizable analytics dashboards transform estimate data into actionable business intelligence, letting executive leadership compare bid performance against actual project execution. Know that your data also enterprise-grade security through Accubid Anywhere's official ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certification and NIST 800-171 attestation.

Average Rating: 4.5/5.0

Total Reviews: 4

Trimble AutoBid Mechanical

Trimble AutoBid Mechanical is an estimating solution for commercial mechanical contractors that includes OnScreen View takeoff which allows you to digitally takeoff 2D drawings. Imported drawings are taken off on screen with the click of a mouse, creating a visual audit trail while tracing. Trimble AutoBid Mechanical will improve accuracy and takeoff speed by up to 30%. Integrated OnScreen View takeoff, pre-built assemblies, versatile reporting, and included integrated pricing services ensure your estimate is created with accuracy and flexibility so you can win more bids and save more time.

Average Rating: 4.8/5.0

Total Reviews: 4

FastPIPE

FastPIPE is state-of-the-art plumbing and mechanical estimating software designed for commercial and industrial contractors who need a fast and accurate tool to estimate material and labor construction costs. We first introduced FastPIPE in 1995 and it has continually evolved with new features and capabilities. Today, thousands of estimators use our software to produce fast and accurate quotes for their customers! And best of all... FastPIPE is backed by our unconditional 60-day money-back guarantee. You have nothing to lose and a lot of new plumbing and mechanical work to gain!

Average Rating: 4.0/5.0

Total Reviews: 2

Fast Estimate

Fast Estimate is a building estimate software that puts you back in control of your project tenders with spreadsheet and databases.

Average Rating: 2.5/5.0

Total Reviews: 1

Roots Software

Roots Software is a construction company's one complete software solution from work procurement and estimating to operations and accounting so that you can gain business intelligence across your whole organization. Roots is geared towards getting the craftsmen on your project the information and materials they need as quickly as possible. That is why our guiding mantra for each module from RFls and Submittals to Change Management is Feed The Field.

Average Rating: 3.5/5.0

Total Reviews: 1

Takeoff Live

Takeoff Live is a construction takeoff and estimating software that provides a paperless way to help you manage your costs and productivity.

Average Rating: 4.5/5.0

Total Reviews: 1

Trimble AutoBid SheetMetal

Trimble AutoBid SheetMetal is an estimating solution for sheet metal contractors that includes OnScreen View takeoff which allows you to digitally takeoff 2D drawings. Imported drawings are taken off on screen with the click of a mouse, creating a visual audit trail while tracing. Trimble AutoBid SheetMetal will improve accuracy and takeoff speed by up to 30%. Spec-driven takeoff, autofitting generation, shape conversion tools, and accurate hanger counts ensure your estimate is created with accuracy and flexibility so you can win more bids and save more time. Tight integration with Trimble FabShop means that you can make fabrication of ductwork on Plasma tables a snap.

Average Rating: 4.5/5.0

Total Reviews: 1

Trimble Estimation

For MEP contractors who need an estimating solution tailored to their workflows, Trimble Estimation Desktop helps them produce detailed estimates up to 10 times faster than with manual methods and spreadsheets. With connected digital takeoff, integrated pricing tools, and job-specific assemblies, MEP contractors can create professional estimates with speed and accuracy. The Estimation Desktop Estimating Essentials subscription provides the essential tools electrical, mechanical, plumbing or HVAC estimators need in a single, affordable subscription. From easy- to-use trade-specific estimating tools to industry-leading pricing content to bid submittal tools to collaboration and workflow support, the Estimation Desktop Estimating Essentials subscription enables MEP estimators to create estimates faster and with fewer errors while enhancing collaborative, digital workflows across the pre-construction process.

Average Rating: 4.8/5.0

Total Reviews: 2

Visual Estimator

Visual Estimator is a Windows-based estimating solution that provides powerful functions and reporting to manage productivity and accuracy in construction cost estimating.

Average Rating: 4.0/5.0

Total Reviews: 1

WenPipe Estimating

WenPipeestimating programs provide fast, accurate takeoff with the a comprehensive and accurate pre-loaded labor man-hours and material pricing available.

Average Rating: 4.5/5.0

Total Reviews: 1

BuildSystem

Solution for estimating and tendering for materials and items of work.

Costimator

Cost Estimating Solutions For Manufacturers

Digital Screen Estimating

Contractors are discovering the advantages of working with electronic plans. Eliminating the cost and time by using Digital Screen Takeoff.