STACK Takeoff & Estimating - Top Competitors (May 2022)

Shlomi Lavi / updated: May 17, 2022

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STACK Takeoff & Estimating vs. Alternatives in 2023

STACK Estimating is a cloud-based construction estimating and takeoff solution, and its top alternatives in these categories include ProEst, Methvin, On-screen Takeoff, and PlanSwift. STACK Estimating is compared to its top competitors based on the criteria outlined below:

• Cloud/On-premise: STACK Estimating is an entirely cloud-based construction estimating and takeoff solution. In comparison, ProEst and Methvin are fully cloud-based solutions, while On-screen Takeoff and PlanSwift are desktop-based options. Also, Methvin has an option for on-premise deployment.
• Cost: STACK Estimating pricing starts at $1,999 per year, and the platform has a 7-day free trial offer. In comparison, Methvin pricing starts at $27 per month, and PlanSwift pricing starts at a one-time fee of $1,595. ProEst and On-screen Takeoff do not disclose their pricing details, Methvin has a free forever plan, and On-screen Takeoff has a free trial offer.
• Customers/Industries: Clients across several disciplines in the construction industry, such as roofing, concrete, masonry, interior finishes, and general contractors, use STACK Estimating. In comparison, all the top alternatives of STACK Estimating target similar clients in the construction sector.
• Functionality: STACK Estimating has a comprehensive feature set with quantity & material takeoff, plan, spec, & document management, cost estimating calculators, real-time collaboration, etc. Compared to its top alternatives, STACK Estimating does not have a Gantt scheduler feature available on Methvin.
• Popularity: STACK Estimating is a leading construction software solution with over 65,000 users and over 3.7 million takeoffs performed within 12 months. In comparison, ProEst serves popular construction companies such as Blach Construction and Geisinger, and ConstructConnect is the company behind On-screen Takeoff and PlanSwift, which has over 1.1 million users globally.
• Scalability: STACK Estimating is a scalable solution with several plans designed to suit growing and large-scale construction operations. In comparison, all the top alternatives of STACK Estimating are highly scalable construction software.
• Support: Clients that use STACK Estimating can find support through a live chat channel, an FAQ section, phone, and an email channel. Compared to its leading alternatives, STACK Estimating has a live chat channel only available on PlanSwift.