Shlomi Lavi /
Jul 12, 2022
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Bottom Line: Which is Better - PlanGrid or HCSS HeavyBid?
HCSS HeavyBid is more expensive to implement (TCO) than PlanGrid, and PlanGrid is rated higher (98/100) than HCSS HeavyBid (82/100). PlanGrid offers users more features (5) than HCSS HeavyBid (4). There is a clear winner in this case and it is PlanGrid!
Looking for the right Construction solution for your business? Buyers are primarily concerned about the real total cost of implementation (TCO), the full list of features, vendor reliability, user reviews, and the pros and cons. In this article we compare between the two software products:
PlanGrid Vs. HCSS
PlanGrid: Founded in 2011 by two pairs of construction engineers and computer scientists, PlanGrid brings beautiful, intuitive software solutions to the construction industry. Today, hundreds of thousands of construction professionals build their buildings and infrastructure using PlanGrid.
HCSS: Since 1986, HCSS has been developing software to help construction companies streamline their operations. Today, we are recognized as a pioneer and leader in our market, serving thousands of construction companies across the nation. Year after year, we continue to innovate, refine, and expand our products as the industry evolves.
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Who is more expensive? PlanGrid or HCSS HeavyBid?
The real total cost of ownership (TCO) of Construction software includes the software license, subscription fees, software training, customizations, hardware (if needed), maintenance and support and other related services. When calculating the TCO, it's important to add all of these ”hidden costs” as well. We prepared a TCO (Total Cost) calculator for PlanGrid and HCSS HeavyBid.
PlanGrid price starts at $39 per user/month , On a scale between 1 to 10 PlanGrid is rated 2, which is much lower than the average cost of Construction software. HCSS HeavyBid price starts at $180 per month , When comparing HCSS HeavyBid to its competitors, the software is rated 4 - lower than the average Construction software cost.
Bottom line: HCSS HeavyBid is more expensive than PlanGrid.
Which software includes more/better features?
We've compared PlanGrid Vs. HCSS HeavyBid based on some of the most important and required Construction features.
PlanGrid: Mobile Access, Collaboration, Document Management, Issue Tracking, Task Management.
HCSS HeavyBid: Customizable Categories, Automatic Scheduled Reporting, Customizable Dashboard, Data Analysis Tools.
Target customer size
PlanGrid's typical customers include: Small, medium and large size businesses, HCSS Heavy Bid is best suited for small, medium, and large businesses in the building, construction, repair, plumbing, contracting, HVAC, electrical, engineering, architecture and similar industries.