Compare TurboBid and Foundation - Mar 2022

Shlomi Lavi

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Bottom Line: Which is Better - TurboBid or Foundation?

Foundation is more expensive to implement (TCO) than TurboBid, and TurboBid is rated higher (94/100) than Foundation (93/100). TurboBid offers users more features (9) than Foundation (3). There is a clear winner in this case and it is TurboBid!

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:

Advanced Electrical Technologies Vs. Foundation Software

Advanced Electrical Technologies: TurboBid is the only estimating software program on the market that allows you to estimate all types of work such as new residential construction, commercial, industrial, multi-family, remodeling, service work, flat rate, etc. Regardless of the type of work you currently do, you should be prepared for whatever opportunities come your way. If you...

Foundation Software: Established in 1985, Foundation Software is the author and developer of America's #1 construction accounting software, FOUNDATION for Windows. Our dedicated staff of professionals has assisted thousands of construction companies across America with the improvement of their businesses’ accounting, job costing, and financial management.One of the ...

Who is more expensive? TurboBid or Foundation?

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 TurboBid and Foundation.

TurboBid price starts at $99 per month , On a scale between 1 to 10 TurboBid is rated 2, which is much lower than the average cost of Construction Estimating software. Foundation accurate pricing info is available upon request (they don't share it publicly), however , On a scale between 1 to 10 TurboBid is rated 2, which is much lower than the average cost of Construction Estimating software.

Bottom line: Foundation is more expensive than TurboBid.

Which software includes more/better features?

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

TurboBid: Bid Comparison, Bidding, Change Orders, Cost Management, Document Management, Equipment Management, Facility Management, Punch List.

Foundation: Document Management, Scheduling, Costing.

Target customer size

TurboBid is best for several businesses in the marketing industry, and other industries including production home building, custom home building, engineering firms and general contractors. Since it’s for the construction industry, it’s an ideal choice for contractors.