I like Bolster for its speed and quick turnaround time when estimating. The templates save me from starting from scratch each time, which is a huge time saver. I appreciate the flexibility it offers, especially since I can work on estimates remotely. I think the customization features are really helpful for my work in residential construction, where every job is unique. It's great to be able to set up a template and modify it as needed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There tends to be quite a few technical glitches that sometimes interrupt workflow. Also, the aesthetics of the estimate could be improved. Sometimes, numbers are a little confusing to our clients. There was a bit of a learning curve. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It has made our quoting process a lot faster - with use of templates. The team is very helpful when we need them, very responsive even on weekends. They have built out our templates so that we can quote bathrooms or kitchens within 20-30 minutes - all we need is dimensions. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Quite hard to learn how to use initially without guidance from the team. We had log in issues but they all got sorted out within a couple of days. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Bolster for my contracting business and find it to be an excellent tool for estimating and financial work. Bolster's interactive quotes save time and money, reducing my past frustrations. The product is designed with simplicity and looks really nice, showing that a lot of thought went into its development. I appreciate the way Bolster organizes my workflow, allowing me to keep track of lead flow and use automation tools effectively for client follow-ups. The QuickBooks integration is awesome and saves a ton of time, and the customization to fit our process is unique and really helps a lot. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

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Bolster has improved my workflow allowing me more time to be on-site with my guys or spending time with family instead of sitting at a desk doing admin, all the automated features have really saved me a lot of headaches! Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I don't like how long it took for us to get Bolster up and running, but thankfully, Bolster have a strong support structure which helped me get the ball rolling. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Bolster is the best tool I've found for contractors, period. The customer support team is incredible — patient, responsive, and they make a powerful, complex platform feel simple. The built-in client selection feature, which essentially lets homeowners make their own interior design choices, is a game-changer. I can't imagine running jobs without it. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

My main wish-list items are around customization. The estimate templates feel rigid — I'd like the ability to pick from different client-facing layouts when sending a proposal, and to tailor the messaging per client since that's such an important piece of the sales process. Contract customization can also be tricky to work with at times. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Support team is really good. They help us even when we contact them on weekends and after hours. They have given us some free support even though we are on a lower package, and helped train the team on the software Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It is a software that is easy to learn and hard to master. Some of the older sales people at my company took some time to learn it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

A one stop solution for small business owners, estimating, proposals, contracting and execution. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some features are not user friendly, and authenticity needs to be counter verified. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It's simply the best sales and estimating software out there for contractors. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The cost can be high for smaller teams starting out - but it's worth it. Even the monthly option I would recommend for guys just starting out. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use Bolster for construction estimation, and it saves me time and allows me to get more important things done. I like that the software makes quotes and estimates a breeze, and it's highly customizable. You can get prices by square foot or by quantities, which aligns well with my needs. The estimation tools are great, and the time saving is epic. The initial setup was pretty simple. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are some minor issues on the Android app. The screen sizing is weird in the invoice section and a few other areas. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like how quick it is to bang out an estimate and send it off without second guessing numbers. AutoCost keeps prices up to date so I’m not losing money on material changes, and the proposals look clean so customers actually trust them. The takeoff tool saves me from messing with paper plans, and once the estimate’s done it already builds a schedule and budget. Getting paid is easier too since clients just click and pay instead of me chasing checks. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It took me a little time to learn where everything was and how to set up jobs the way I like, but once I got the hang of it it’s been solid. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.