Buildxact vs Clear Estimates
Head-to-head comparison of Buildxact and Clear Estimates for US contractors. Pricing, features, pros, and cons.
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Buildxact | Clear Estimates |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $49 | $65 |
| Overall Rating | ||
| Free Trial | Yes | Yes |
| Core Features | ||
| Estimating | ||
| Digital Takeoff | — | — |
| Scheduling | — | |
| Project Mgmt | — | |
| Business Tools | ||
| CRM | — | — |
| QuickBooks | ||
| Reporting | ||
| Proposals | ||
| Advanced | ||
| Mobile App | — | |
| Inventory | — | — |
| BIM | — | — |
Buildxact
Our PickVery easy to learn — up and running in under an hour
Try Buildxact Free →Clear Estimates
Cheapest paid option at $65/mo flat rate
Try Clear Estimates Free →Pros and Cons
Buildxact
Pros
- +Very easy to learn — up and running in under an hour
- +Affordable starting price at $49/mo
- +Good estimate-to-invoice workflow
- +Built-in templates for common residential projects
Cons
- −No digital takeoff feature
- −Limited to residential and light commercial work
- −CRM features are basic
Clear Estimates
Pros
- +Cheapest paid option at $65/mo flat rate
- +Extremely easy to use — minimal learning curve
- +Pre-built templates for residential projects
- +30-day free trial (longer than most)
Cons
- −No scheduling, CRM, or project management
- −Desktop only — no mobile app
- −Limited to simple residential estimating
Our Verdict
Buildxact edges out Clear Estimates with a higher overall rating (4.3/5 vs 4.2/5). The ratings are close, so the best choice depends on your trade, team size, and budget.
However, your specific trade, team size, and budget should drive the final decision. We recommend trying both free trials before committing.
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EstimatorSuite Editorial Team
Our editorial team includes former construction project managers and estimating professionals. We test each tool hands-on for 4–6 weeks with real project data before publishing.
Our Testing Methodology →Ready to try?
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