PlanSwift Review

Shlomi Lavi / updated: Nov 20, 2019

What is PlanSwift?

PlanSwift construction is an on-premise construction estimation and take-off software. With the on-screen digitizing feature, users can drag and drop various entities of the construction to the visual point-and-click interface and assemble them together so as to gather quantity takeoffs and commence the estimation process.

With the interactive interface, a user can easily measure linear, angles, pitches, square footage, and unit costs with just a click. This saves a lot of time as well as enhancing accuracy while bidding on jobs. PlanSwift construction is a software product of a company that is based in the United States, known as PlanSwift.

Average Rating -

The rating of PlanSwift is 4.3 stars out of 5. The rating is based on ITQlick expert review.

Typical Customers

PlanSwift Construction software is custom made for the construction industry, but it is not limited to that field. The PlanSwift software can be used by sub-contractors and GCs, as well as both residential and commercial construction contractors and sub contractors. It can also be used by similar industries such as home builders, electrical, custom builds, heavy or highway construction, and plumbing industries. The software can also be applied to businesses that use digital blueprints.

Features

PlanSwift Construction helps businesses by calculating all it needs into an all in one integrated program. These calculations span all aspects of construction in just a small amount of time with increased accuracy. The software is also relatively easy to use. User interface and navigation are designed for the user. The interface is east to learn, simple, and intuitive. The software also saves the company time. Having the software saves the company from handling several time consuming aspects of their business such as downloading and uploading blueprints, and integrating other aspects into the existing digital interface. Having the software can also save the company from manually completing takeoffs.

In the construction industry, any small miscalculation can be disastrous. This is why it is important to be accurate with all aspects of the business. With the PlanSwift Construction Software companies can be confident with their calculations and estimates. Project and jobs can be done faster, with less mistakes and more accuracy. Accuracy is also used to measure and estimate all aspects of the business, including the costs and materials that are used by the business. This improves time spent on creating a project and also increases accuracy and efficiency.

PlanSwift 5 Pros

• PlanSwift features interfacing to popular estimating systems
• The software is completely paperless
• PlanSwift software features a 14 day Free Trial and Free Webinars
• PLanSwift User interface is easier to use than other competitors
• Presentations have graphs and charts making the software’s visuals easy to understand

PlanSwift 2 Cons

• PlanSwift Software has no database
• Some aspects have to be recreated with each project

Competitors & Alternatives

The two main competitors of PlainSwift Construction are eSub Construction Project Management and ProEst eSub Construction Project Management is a cloud-based project management solution that is specifically designed for subcontractors within the construction domain, while PlanSwift construction is an on-premise construction estimation and take-off software.

eSub Construction Project Management is available on Web-based, Windows, Linux, Android, iOS, and Mac platforms, while PlainSwift Construction is available on Windows platform. eSub Construction Project Management is perfect for midsize business and large business, while PlainSwift Construction is perfect for small business, mid-size business, and large business.

Both eSub Construction Project Management and PlainSwift Construction offer live support as well as through the phone and email. ProEst is an on-premise software for general construction, while PlanSwift construction is an on-premise construction estimation and take-off software.

ProEst is a software product of a company based in the United States by the name ProEst, whereas PlanSwift construction is a software product of a company that is based in the United States, known as PlainSwift. ProEst was founded in 1976, whereas PlainSwift was founded in 2007.

ProEst provides training through webinars and live-online sessions, whereas PlainSwift Construction provides training through webinars, live online, and in-person. Both ProEst and PlainSwift Construction are installed on the Windows platform.

PlanSwift Pricing Information

The cost of license starting from $995 per license. The experts at ITQlick has reviewed PlanSwift pricing and gave the software a total cost of ownership (TCO) rating of 2 out of 10. Custom price cost for your business is available upon request.

Questions to ask the vendor during a demo

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Is it the right software for you?

PlainSwift Construction is an ideal tool for small business, mid-size business, and large size business in the construction industry. PlainSwift Construction is a suitable tool for both residential and commercial estimators, contractors, and subcontractors of any size. PlanSwift Construction can be custom tailored to fit all trades from finish paint to earthwork.

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Specifications

Company:	PlanSwift
Address:	USA
Website:	https://www.planswift.com/
Customers:	Small business, Medium business, Large business
Business Area:	Cross Business Areas
Platforms:	Desktop, Mobile, Cloud
Operating Systems:	Windows

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