Compare RIB and PlanSwift - May 2023

Shlomi Lavi

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Bottom Line: Which is Better - RIB or PlanSwift?

RIB is more expensive to implement (TCO) than PlanSwift, and PlanSwift is rated higher (96/100) than RIB (82/100). PlanSwift offers users more features (4) than RIB (3). There is a clear winner in this case and it is PlanSwift!

Looking for the right Construction Estimating 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:

RIB Software Vs. PlanSwift

RIB Software: RIB is the global market leader for integrated collaboration and 5D solutions for the construction industry. Our ambition is to create end-to-end value for all aspects of a construction project, from design and execution to operation.

PlanSwift: PlanSwift, a Textura Company, is the nation’s fastest growing developer and distributor of digital estimating and takeoff software for the construction industry. PlanSwift software is specifically designed for, but not limited to the construction industry. We have been positively impacting the construction software industry for the last 6 years, pr...

Who is more expensive? RIB Candy or PlanSwift construction?

The real total cost of ownership (TCO) of Construction Estimating 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 RIB Candy and PlanSwift construction.

RIB Candy accurate pricing info is available upon request (they don't share it publicly), however , On a scale between 1 to 10 RIB Candy is rated 4, which is lower than the average cost of Construction Estimating software. PlanSwift construction price starts at $1,595 per license , When comparing PlanSwift construction to its competitors, the software is rated 2 - much lower than the average Construction Estimating software cost.

Bottom line: RIB Candy is more expensive than PlanSwift construction.

Which software includes more/better features?

We've compared RIB Vs. PlanSwift based on some of the most important and required Construction Estimating features.

RIB Candy: Project Management, Customizable Reporting, Database Management.

PlanSwift construction: Data Analysis Tools, Project Management, Estimating, Construction.

Target customer size

RIB Candy is designed for the construction industry, catering to a wide range of customers, including contractors, architects, engineers, and project owners. PlanSwift Construction software is custom made for the construction industry, but it is not limited to that field.