STACK Takeoff & Estimate Reviews & Product Details

I really like the variety of built-in tools and how easy it is to complete material count takeoffs, whether it’s for small homes or 360-unit buildings. These tools help speed up takeoffs while keeping them accurate, and they also make it easier to find and flag crucial information needed for quotes and for after the project is won. I’ve loved how straightforward STACK Takeoff & Estimate has been since our trial, and we now have 15 memberships. The initial setup was simple and went smoothly. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I honestly don't have any complaints, I like it a lot. The only thing I would like is if there was an app we could use on our phone that had offline capabilities when needed. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

STACK is very intuitive & user friendly. The various functions are easy to learn & easy to use. I especially like the page that shows you all of the drawing sheets. It allows me to navigate quickly through the sheets I need to work on. I use STACK every day and like it far better than other software I've used. I like that STACK listens to their subscribers suggestions. They've implemented a couple of my suggested tools. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I'm not very familiar with the estimate function in STACK. I have always used an Excel spreadsheet for my estimate. I find it hard to figure some general condition items like lift rental and travel, per diem & lodging for out of town projects. To me it seems easier to do that portion in my Excel spreadsheet. I would very much like to see the "Multiplier" on the "measure" page to be able to use decimal figures like 2.5 or 3.75. Now we are only allowed to use whole numbers. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

It’s an online platform, which makes it much easier to access than having to sit at a desk and log in on a desktop. That also means it’s accessible for the guys in the field who need to view the takeoffs. I’ve also appreciated how responsive customer support is when I run into issues, and how they take my suggestions on board to help make the app better. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are a few things that can be frustrating because it’s still a fairly new platform and doesn’t yet have some of the features other estimating software has. I try my best to submit suggestions through the STACK request a feature when I remember, but I don’t really get any feedback on whether it’s something they plan to implement or not. Some of these include: Copying Cutouts for repetitive items like windows or doors SF, Having the option to organize the project list into folders, Notes section automatically saving instead of having to click save, ability to copy takeoffs from one project to another, ability to hide specific dimension lines, ability to edit description & Title of takeoff from the reports tab, ability to link/hyperlink a set of takeoffs to a specific detail sheet (i.e. If i have a flashing on my window elevation, click on the link and it takes me to the sheet with that detail.). Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I appreciate how STACK Takeoff & Estimate simplifies takeoffs with its simple interface and good workflow. I like that creating new projects is simple, and adding users to projects is straightforward as well. The mechanics of performing the takeoffs are smooth. It's easy to upload prints and other documents, such as construction specifications, and I find it convenient to move through the different A sheets efficiently, especially with the search function available for PDF formats. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I suppose the left side interface on the takeoff screen could be cleaned up a little Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use STACK Takeoff & Estimate for all our estimating work on mechanical and electrical projects. I like that it helps with quick and easy takeoffs while keeping all projects in one place, so there's no need to print drawings, which saves paper. I appreciate that I can create assemblies in as much detail as necessary and create an unlimited number of projects. This makes for a dynamic user experience, ensuring I can account for everything I need, regardless of the situation. The initial setup was very easy. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes the assemblies break due to incorrect data input by the user, but the STACK team is always very quick to sort it out. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really value the measuring capabilities in STACK Takeoff & Estimate because it quickens the process and eliminates calculation errors. The ability to hide documents is also fantastic, as it allows me to focus only on the relevant documents when addendums are released. Additionally, the keyword search feature makes it easy to find important documents that are part of our work scope. These features are among the most important for us right now. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I wish it had more takeoff types for painting, like I-beams and stairs. It would nice if there was a formula type for I-beams since there are many angles, which would quicken the process. Guardrails aren't as crucial, but having a formula for the circumference of a round guardrail on elevations would be nice too. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I use STACK Takeoff & Estimate for takeoffs, and it helps me do them easily. I like that it has colors and shapes which help me see the exact thing I'm looking for in the plan, especially on big projects. The search functionality is very helpful; when I want something specific, I can write it in the search, and only the pages that have it appear. I also find it easy, helpful, and beginner-friendly, and I 100% recommend it to others. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Sometimes it gets slow, I think because STACK team is updating something. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I really like the tools in STACK Takeoff & Estimate. The measuring tools are especially useful because they allow me to capture different types of areas and values needed for quantity takeoffs. It's also pretty easy to set up, which is great. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There could be additional tools or features that would enhance the use of STACK Takeoff & Estimate. Also, a clearer undo feature is needed that allows going back from any changes made to a takeoff. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I like that I can use from anywhere that I can connect to wifi. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

My only complaint is the overlay function. I can't do take offs over an overlay it disappears. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Stack is very feature rich. It has an expansive takeoff item and assembly library to customize and build fluid bids. It make's collaboration with other estimators in various locations very seamless. Integration was simple for our smaller team size. We use this software every day in both residential and commercial applications. The customer support has been solid as we run into issues. It is an easy product to recommend. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

The features added to the newest estimate worksheet seems to be geared exclusively to GC's more that trade specific estimates. The Labor and Material worksheet is our goto on all proposals. It would also be nice if Stack would send email natively instead of having to download excel or pdf's that lack custom formatting layouts. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.