ProEst vs BuilderTrend
Head-to-head comparison of ProEst and BuilderTrend for US contractors. Pricing, features, pros, and cons.
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Feature Comparison
| Feature | ProEst | BuilderTrend |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | Custom | $399 |
| 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 | — | |
ProEst
Custom
EstimatingDigital TakeoffCRMQuickBooksReportingProposalsBIM
Deep database of construction cost items
Get ProEst Demo →BuilderTrend
Our Pick$399/mo
EstimatingSchedulingProject MgmtCRMQuickBooksMobile AppReportingProposalsInventory
Most feature-complete all-in-one platform
Get BuilderTrend Demo →Pros and Cons
ProEst
Pros
- +Deep database of construction cost items
- +Integrates with Sage, QuickBooks, and major ERPs
- +Strong commercial and industrial estimating
- +BIM and plan takeoff built in
Cons
- −Custom pricing — no transparency on cost
- −Overkill for small contractors (1–10 people)
- −No mobile app
BuilderTrend
Pros
- +Most feature-complete all-in-one platform
- +Massive user community and knowledge base
- +Strong customer support and onboarding
- +Covers estimating through warranty management
Cons
- −Pricing starts at $399/mo — must schedule a demo call
- −Can feel overwhelming for small teams
- −Estimating module less specialized than dedicated tools
Our Verdict
Our PickBuilderTrend
BuilderTrend edges out ProEst with a higher overall rating (4.5/5 vs 4.4/5). 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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