Autodesk Construction Cloud vs B2W Estimate Comparison

Procore

Buildertrend

Sage Construction Suite

Bluebeam Revu

HeavyBid

PlanSwift

really great program

Been using it for a while and really like it.  We use HCSS Heavy Job, and also HCSS Safety, and the showed us their HCSS Plans, and we told them from the start that we use Plan Grid, and to try and sell us on their Plans APP.  They could not sell us on the APP.  They at the time only had one thing they can do better and that was area volume measurements, on radius.  It gave you more links you can click on to accurately move the radius around.  That was about it, other than that it did all the basics of Plan Grid, but i think Plan grid still has other option for Managers like creating RFI's and stuff, but we don't really use those functions.  

Plan Grid for the Field

best road construction estimating software

B2W is a great product and I would recommend to anyone in the construction business.

Great Product

THe product is very good and relevant, it provides the opportunity for software developers, resellers, trainers and users. It creates 4-win situation. 

This software helps the contracting companies to prepare the winning bid. 

B2W is great, and has saved us time and allowed us to bid more projects, thus making more money each year.  It also helps a new hire or intern understand the construction process by showing labor and equipment for each task.

B2W is Great

The systems work very  well, this should be no surprise in this day and age of technology. The Estimating to Construction transfer works as well as other programs. The main advantage to the systems is having the knowledge, support and friendly service that you receive from the entire B2W Staff. This is priceless, and after 25 years in the Construction Industry, have never encountered this type of customer service. No matter what you need when you need it, B2W is always a phone call away and minutes from a phone or web connection to help solve a problem. Truly Amazing!

Top Notch Customer Service

B2W Estimating is straight forward, user friendly, great reports

We went from Excel/ Pen and paper to using a standardized database that will integrate with out new Viewpoint Vista Accounting package. 

CB, Inc. - B2W Estimate Overview

Romero is a certified SDB General Construction Corp. specializing in: design-build, general contracting, fine grading, aggregate placement, asphalt paving, concrete paving, curb & flatwork, aggregate crushing/recycling, based in the northern San Diego, California area. 

Prior to BID2WIN we were using customized Excel spreadsheets on an ad hoc basis. What compelled us to switch to BID2WIN was the ability to have a centralized database on which all of our estimators could draw. That, and the fact that BID2WIN keeps our resources and our bids organized.

We were very impressed with BID2WIN's customer service and the fact that we can call them up anytime and have one of their support reps log on to our computers and fix a problem. The company wants to go in the direction of the consumer; they're willing to customize the package to our operations and they want to implement it the best way they can to benefit us.

One of the biggest reasons we went with BID2WIN is there support department. Whenever we call up they are like bull dogs; they get on a question and they wont let go until it's solved. 

BID2WIN saves our company time and money in several regards. First, it has standardized our estimating and bidding. Our estimators are all using the same program. Our bid proposals all look the same and there's no opportunity for anyone to be using an incorrect cost with any of our resources. Also, BID2WIN's built in error checking lets us quickly determine if we've omitted any costs or missed any aspects of the bid.

My favorite feature is the ability to update a bid globally when we have material changes or labor or equipment rate changes. We can go into a very large bid and make the update and have it take effect everywhere.

We use Maxwell's StreetSmarts and the integration with BID2WIN almost saves us a body at the office. Right from BID2WIN I can export my budget, cost codes, purchase orders – everything we need to set up the job.

I would definitely recommend BID2WIN to some of our colleagues in the field. In fact, we've done so in the past! 


About a year ago, our company was still estimating with spreadsheets. Our system was effective for acquiring work, but didn't really allow for much integration with scheduling, project management, or accounting software. We also had problems with collaboration between estimators on a single estimate. Limitations with spreadsheets forced us to occasionally create multiple estimating files in order to allow more than one estimator to work concurrently on a single project. 

A more troubling problem was the increasing disparity in spreadsheets from different estimators. Personal preferences led to individual changes on each spreadsheet revision, in both appearance and function. This was problematic during file integration, but also through transitions among staff. Our project managers and superintendents struggled to coordinate projects between different estimators, who sometimes presented the same information in different formats.

Realizing that the problems and flaws in our system were only going to get worse, we began to investigate potential software solutions. We decided to go with BID2WIN because the software addressed all our needs at a reasonable price point, and provided all the features of other systems as well as a lot more. 

We've been using BID2WIN for about a year now, so we're still newbies, and still finding new ways to harness its powerful tools to our advantage. Make no mistake, it IS a powerful tool, and the only regret I have is that we didn't make the move years ago.

Implementation of BID2WIN Is not just "installation." It's a collaborative process that entails considerable effort from the client, and from different levels of the BID2WIN implementation and training team. They don't just dump the software on your server. They require considerable effort and involvement from you, the client, but the time and effort you invest into it will be returned many times over.

BID2WIN Software had us up and running pretty quickly, and we immediately realized the savings in time. The import features, item and task templates, and RFQ process make building an estimate almost effortless. The process only gets faster and easier as we gain familiarity with the programs, and as our databases grow. The time we save in building estimates can now be utilized to learn the intricacies of the project, and fine tune our efforts accordingly. We don't get every job we bid with BID2WIN. That isn't a goal, and never was. What utilizing BID2WIN does do is lead to better cost accuracy - which, of course, is the single most important aspect of estimating, and the construction business as a whole. Anyone can be a low bidder. What's great is to be the low bidder, while knowing exactly what your margins are - and that's just for starters.

BID2WIN addressed all of the issues we had with our spreadsheet estimating. The system allows multiple users to modify a single estimating file concurrently without the need for multiple bidding files, so true collaboration can take place. BID2WIN also immediately standardized our estimating process. 

These days, we can easily transfer project responsibility from any estimator to any project manager or superintendent, knowing that the information stays consistent in both content and presentation. But beyond that, BID2WIN's myriad reports allow people of different responsibilities to extract their information in virtually any form they want. BID2WIN effectively addressed our crucial need to standardize our process, but the tool also maintained the positive aspects of individualization.

My favorite aspect of BID2WIN is the effortless and sleek integration it affords us. Once we are a successful bidder on a project, we can export BID2WIN files and load them into our accounting, project management and scheduling software programs. Within minutes, we have a resource-loaded schedule to hand off to the project manager and superintendent; cost estimates loaded into our job costing; and purchase orders and subcontracts printed, loaded into our accounting program, and ready to distribute to our vendors and subcontractors. There is no redundancy, duplication of effort, or clerical errors, and the task is done in minutes. It still amazes me. 

As a business owner, the old adage that "time is money" should be a mantra, and the time savings we have derived from the implementation of BID2WIN has already paid for its acquisition costs. With our ability to generate a larger volume of estimates, and with greater cost accuracy, we are also more profitable overall.

Innovation is another aspect of BID2WIN that makes the company stand out. Many of the product updates and developments to the system come directly from end-user requests and suggestions. The software doesn't just add cosmetic bells and whistles. The developers collaborate with users to add useful tools that provide additional value, and make our jobs easier. 

BID2WIN has been everything we had hoped for, and more. We highly recommend this solution to anyone except our direct competition. We'd love to maintain the competitive advantage it affords us.

Compare Autodesk Construction Cloud and B2W Estimate based on features, pricing, verified reviews, integrations & more. Find out which software is best for your business today.

Procore construction software manages your construction projects, resources and financials from planning to closeout. Procore helps owners, general contractors, and specialty contractors increase project efficiency & accountability by streamlining project communication & documentation.

Bluebeam is the easy-to-use software solution that AECO professionals rely on for PDF markups, digital workflows and effective collaboration, giving teams the power and flexibility to get the job done anywhere on desktop, web or mobile.

Our mission is to bring order and efficiency to the construction process for all by empowering contractors
with a better way to run their business. 

Autodesk Construction Cloud combines advanced technology, the industry’s largest builders network, & predictive insights to connect people and data across entire building lifecycles. With unified solutions, teams are empowered to connect workflows, reduce risk, and increase profits.

2D Drawing

3D Imaging

Access Controls/Permissions

Accounting Integration

Activity Dashboard

Activity Tracking

Alerts/Notifications

Archiving & Retention

Assembly Takeoff

Audit Management

Audit Trail

Bid Management

Bill of Materials

Billing & Invoicing

BIM Modeling

Budget Management

Budget Tracking

Change Management

Change Order Management

Collaboration Tools

Commenting/Notes

Commercial

Communication Management

Communications Management

Complaint Management

Compliance Management

Compliance Tracking

Conflict Tracking

Contract/License Management

Contractor Database

Contractor Management

Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA)

Cost Database

Cost Estimating

Cost-to-Completion Tracking

Customizable Forms

Customizable Reports

Customizable Templates

Data Import/Export

Data Synchronization

Data Visualization

Defect Tracking

Design Modeling

Dispatch Management

Document Capture

Document Classification

Document Coding & Control

Document Generation

Document Management

Document Review

Document Storage

Document Templates

Drag & Drop

Electrical Estimating

Electronic Plans

Electronic Signature

Equipment Management

Equipment Tracking

Estimating

File Recovery

File Sharing

File Storage

For AEC Industry

For Commercial and/or Industrial Electrical Contractors

For Residential

Historical Database

HVAC Estimating

Incident Management

Incident Reporting

Inspection Management

Inventory Management

Issue Management

Issue Tracking

Job Costing

Milestone Tracking

Mobile Access

Multiple Projects

Offline Access

Payment Collection in the Field

Permit Management

Plumbing Estimating

Portfolio Management

Prioritization

Progress Reports

Progress Tracking

Project Accounting

Project Estimating

Project Management

Project Scheduling

Project Templates

Project Time Tracking

Project Tracking

Projections

Proposal Generation

Purchase Order Management

Qualification Tracking

Quality Control

Quotes/Estimates

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Android

Web-based

Windows

iPad

iPhone

Construction Admin

The ease of the program has been great. The ability to obtain the information out in the field is a plus benefit.

Berkley

Plangrid has a function to add hyperlinks within the planes, so that they lead directly to another plane. This system is very uncomfortable, and tends to make the platform collapse, so it is useless.

Awesome history set, mark-up capability, submittal/document integration, punch lists, the list goes on and on. Very intuitive interface and our field guys love it.

Operations Coordinator

They want you to succeed, they want to help you fix any issues that arise - they're part of our team and we appreciate their excellent customer and technical support.

Budget Mgr

PlanGrid is an arrogant, self centered company that refuses to be of help when asked. I have recorded complaints with the California BBB and the FTC.

Project Engineer

The interface is still difficult to navigate for more seasoned professionals which can cause them frustration.

Application Support Engineer II

The collaboration features are straightforward and work seamlessly allowing for great cooperation and efficiency when reviewing submittals, rfis, or drawings and designs.

Software engineer

Try to battle off more than it can chew, which can make the coordination process more difficult. Too many built-in functions and no lite alternatives for our specifications.

Very appealing graphics in 2d and 3d, nice document management and some options for automation with the workflows.

MEP Project Manager

Very useful during the design and coordination phase of the job where issue resolution and clash detection is most important.

Superintendent II

Pretty intuitive and easy to learn. It is good for teaching owners, architects, etc, on board to use on the project.

Property Manager

Overall, BIM is a great product. Documenting issues, checklists and being to upload pictures helps the overall whole project, and saves time and money in change orders.

Tracking the punchlist and rolling completion problems is excellent. The experience with BIM360 is nice if you use the entire BIM360 cycle.

Project coordinator

This software have changed our way of working thru the time and we are now using it on a daily basic. Ohhh yes, you have to try the customer service, probably the best one that I have ever add.

Mechanical Engineer

The ability to view and explore 3D models right in the browser as well as the ability to have the 2D sheet view in the corner of the screen to easily identity location within the model.

project manager

This is a great program for the building industry easily upload your plans, make annotations, notes, and even scale things right off your tablet.

Good Integration Software for Mid-Level Company.

Architect

With current price I imagine it is a solution for large (10 000 sqm) project when your company is involved form design to construction.

Autodesk Construction Cloud screenshot

Freelancers

Large Enterprises

Mid Size Business

Public Administrations

Small Business

HeavyBid by HCSS is a scalable bidding and estimating software for contractors of all types and sizes in the construction industry

PlanSwift, by ConstructConnect, is a cloud-based takeoff and estimating solution designed for commercial and residential contractors, subcontractors, and estimators within the HVAC, drywall, electrical, concrete, plumbing industries. Contractors and estimators can create digital assemblies and utilize drag and drop capabilities to combine assemblies with takeoff items and propose accurate estimates.

Sage Construction Suite serves the entire construction industry with our end-to-end suite of cloud construction software. Sage's all encompassing Construction Suite helps all phases from preconstruction to finance to operations and everything in between.

Heavy civil construction estimating software that helps contractors to estimate with optimal speed, accuracy, and strategic insight.

Subcontractor Management

Subcontractor Monitoring

What-if Analysis

B2W Estimate

Linux

General Manager Construction Division

The product is user friendly. My rep was wonderful in helping us set it up and to troubleshoot.

A more troubling problem was the increasing disparity in spreadsheets from different estimators.

Estimator

Overall a great experience. Enjoyed the interactive classes and found it very helpful.

One problem we come across when using B2W is if you accidently change a production rate or cost, there is no back button to undo the error.

If you are looking for a solid investment this is hands down the best tool to have.

I like the ease of use and strength of the program. The support is unmatched.

Estimator / Project Manager

Great sub and vendor manager. I recommend going for enterprise - the extra features are worth it.

The customer service for this software is second to none. And in comparison to other softwares, this is super friendly.

Contract Administrator

Windows interface is user friendly. User folders are a great benefit to organize information.

The ability to reuse the templates for multiple tasks is very handy and we love the customization options available.

Chief Estimator

The customer service and online help menus are amazing. Everyone is willing to work with us to generate specific reports based on our company needs.

However, when you mess up, you have to redo the whole thing since there is no undo button. We have the maximum number of users for the base level but are reluctant to add more due to cost.

The software is very easy to use and the staff at B2W offer great support throughout the integration process and afterwards with any advice you may require.

The lack of keyboard shortcuts to navigate through the software.

Sr. Project Manager

In the end it is up to the user to determine how much that they want to get out of the system. You get what you put into it (if you put in a lot of time and effort your results should be great).

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