PlanHub Review - why 4.3 stars?

Shlomi Lavi / updated: May 24, 2022

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What is PlanHub?

PlanHub is a cloud-based construction estimation software for all contractors and supplier businesses to share project files and information, post and make bids, advertise available projects for sale, and search for contractors. These functionalities make work more convenient, stress-free, and organized. PlanHub possesses ready features like activity tracking, instant messaging, bid calendars, and invitation sending.

The software, which aims to link contractors around the world and facilitate construction projects, was founded in 2015 by Kyle Conlan and Kevin Priddy. It is currently based in West Palm Beach, Florida, United States, and has a workforce size of about 54 employees.

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Who is it best for?

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

What is the actual cost?

PlanHub pricing is based on the user type, namely General Contractors, Subcontractors, and Supplier. Free plans and a free trial offer are available. For General Contractors, PlanHub is free. PlanHub for Supplier has three plans, namely Free, Pro, and Nationwide. Free is a free forever plan, while the pricing for Pro and Nationwide are undisclosed.

PlanHub for Subcontractors pricing is based on three plans: Basic, Premier, and Nationwide. Basic is a free trial offer. Premier pricing is based on the miles in the perimeter and billed annually with a 50-mile radius at $1,199, a 100-mile radius at $1,499, a 150-mile radius at $1,699, a 200-mile radius at $1,999, a 350-mile radius at $2,499, the 500-mile radius at $2,999, and 1000-mile radius at $3,499. The pricing for the Nationwide plan is undisclosed.

ITQlick pricing score is 2.2 out of 10 (10 is most expensive). Access ITQlick pricing guide for PlanHub. You can also find here pricing information from PlanHub's website.

Pros

• PlanHub has a completely free plan for General Contractors, unlike most of its top alternatives
• The software has a large subcontractor network which makes it easy for projects to kick off in no time at all
• PlanHub supports in-app messaging and communication exchanges between general contractors and subcontractors
• It is easily integrated and fosters organizational growth

Cons

• Occasionally, the PlanHub software freezes and loses some functionalities until restarted
• Sometimes, additional information on subcontractors does not pop up
• Trade posts should be regulated

How it stacks up?

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is PlanHub right for you or your business?

PlanHub is a cloud-based construction estimation solution for general contractors, material suppliers, and subcontractors in the construction industry. The software is fit for small, midsize, and large-scale construction projects. Over 46,000 general contractors and more than 327,500 subcontractors have handled over 57,000 projects with PlanHub.