CostOS Review - why 4.2 stars?

Shlomi Lavi / updated: Sep 30, 2022

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What is CostOS?

CostOS Estimating is cloud-based construction cost estimating and a benchmarking solution designed to help contractors, designers, and subcontractors to estimate the project costs at various stages in the business of all sizes. The primary features include construction estimating, audit trail and bid management and more.

Designed by Nomitech, CostOS Estimating enables the user to combines the traditional estimating with BIM, 3D, 2D and GIS and more. The solution is available as Software as a Service (SaaS) and on-premise.

Other features include takeoff, HVAC & electrical estimating, job costing, what if scenarios analysis and reporting among others. Nomitech was founded in 2006, and its headquarters is in 84 Queen Street, Sheffield South Yorkshire.

Who is it best for?

The typical customers include the following business size: Small, medium and large size businesses.

What is the actual cost?

ITQlick pricing score is 6.8 out of 10 (10 is most expensive). Access ITQlick pricing guide for CostOS. You can also find here pricing information from CostOS's website.

Pros

• CostOS has several features that streamline the project estimation process
• The software has a powerful bridge to Microsoft Excel
• CostOS is relatively easy to understand and use

Cons

• The 2D and 3D takeoff modules on CostOS need enhancements as they sometimes leave much to be desired
• Building assemblies can be somewhat tricky, especially for newbies

How it stacks up?

Access a head to head analysis of CostOS vs alternative software solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is CostOS right for you or your business?

CostOS is a construction estimating solution for construction, oil & gas, energy, and infrastructure companies. The software is highly scalable and can support small and large-scale construction projects.