Best Takeoff Software - Page 5

AI.arq

AI.arq is a quantity takeoff platform for architects, designers and estimators. It reads the DWG, DXF or PDF drawing the professional already has and returns an XLSX spreadsheet with itemized quantities across up to 18 construction disciplines, each line carrying its SINAPI reference code. What sets it apart is how the quantity is obtained: the engine measures the geometry inside the file itself. No tracing, no clicking over the drawing, no image recognition. It is not BIM and does not require BIM - it reads the 2D drawing that already exists. Every line comes back labelled MEASURED (the quantity came from the drawing) or ESTIMATED (needs checking), with a column stating where the number came from, so the professional knows line by line what to trust. The spreadsheet ships with NO PRICES: we deliver quantities, pricing is the estimator's job. Runs in the browser, no plugin and no AutoCAD installed. Free and unlimited during the open beta, no credit card required.

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Altira

Altira is an AI-automated Construction Takeoff Intelligence Platform that automatically detects quantities from drawings for all CSI divisions. Upload plans, select your division, and Altira identifies, maps, and organizes quantities with intelligent validation, helping estimators work faster with less manual effort.

Approx

Autotakeoff

Bati mètre

BidPointXL

BidWorx is an estimating and takeoff software designed with customizable features to help you manage your business.

BidScreen Cloud

BidScreen XL

Quantity takeoff directly in Excel. Works with vector and raster files. Color coded takeoff stored in the cell. Templates included

Bild AI

Bild AI helps construction professionals analyze blueprints using artificial intelligence. It extracts material estimates, checks for code compliance, and flags inconsistencies—streamlining permitting and improving accuracy. With fast, automated insights, teams can save time, reduce errors, and submit plans with confidence.

BuildVision AI

BuildVision AI helps contractors and estimators turn PDF plans into reviewed takeoff quantities and customer-ready quotes. Upload PDF drawings, use AI-assisted counts and manual count, linear and area measurement tools, then check and edit the quantities against the plans. Apply your own material and labor pricing to prepare an editable branded quote, share a quote link with your customer, or export takeoff quantities as CSV. The workflow keeps takeoff, pricing and quoting in one web app. Estimators review the scope, quantities and final price before sending a quote. Pro starts at $299/month for up to 5 team members. Max starts at $499/month with unlimited team members. A 14-day trial is available with 50,000 AI tokens; a payment card is required. Pricing varies with the plan and AI token volume. Current plans and terms: https://www.buildvisionai.com/pricing

build.works

build.works is a BIM model information based business management software (SaaS) for manufacturing, prefabrication of building elements and on-site construction. build.works offers solutions for end-to-end integrated business processes for the construction industry by partnering with industry leading softwares like Autodesk Construction Cloud, SAP, Microsoft, etc. Website: https://build.works/

BuzzBID

BuzzBID is construction takeoff and estimating software for commercial specialty contractors, including drywall, metal framing, acoustical ceiling, painting, and fireproofing contractors. Users can perform digital plan takeoffs, create assembly-based estimates, generate proposals, and track projects in progress. BuzzBID is designed to support the estimating workflow from reviewing plans and calculating labor and material requirements through preparing a bid and monitoring awarded work.

Cable Takeoff

Cable Takeoff is browser-based takeoff, estimating, and standards-compliance software for low-voltage and structured-cabling estimators. Drop devices on a floor-plan PDF, auto-measure each cable run along the real corridor path, size pathway materials, price the job from your distributor pricing, generate a branded customer proposal, and run a one-click TIA/BICSI/NEC compliance check — all in your browser.

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