e-Builder Enterprise vs CoConstruct Comparison

Communication that it provides you with between you and your client are great. It makes it a great point of reference if the client does not remember their choice or product selection. Also great for change orders. Its instant so the client always remains updated.

The only con I would say is the variety of tabs, I like quick and simple. Possibly too many options to complete one task.

Very Easy to use and presentable to clients. I am writing this sentence to meet the minimum character requirement.

Client oriented. Needs some components to conform better to builder/developer side (Clientless applications)

I was pleasantly surprised by how much I appreciate the scheduling part of the software. I didn't think I needed much help in that area, but it has stepped up my game on so many ways.

Taking the time to set up the selections template can be daunting for a new builder. I did not have any pre-written specifications or options. Nevertheless, it is worth the work, and once again, makes me better as a builder.

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The ease of understanding where the project and client is with selections etc..

It seems to take a lot of time to imput information etc.. But we a custom home builder so no project is the same.

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There are several pros to the software but I would have to say the customer support is the number one thing that stood out to us...especially early on.

The software is pretty good, but at times can feel just a little "clunky" (not refined...especially some of the "choices" and "specs and selections" areas.

The scheduling module has helped us make sure that we keep to the projects timeline and at the end compare how we did to what our baseline was at the start of the project. Our clients really like the ability to have a project management tool that allows them to communicate, see overview of the financials, make selections, approve change orders, see pictures, access project files and have a repository for messages in one place. The mobile app is a huge benefit to us because we can update the schedule in the field, see what tasks are due to be completed while at the job site and look at a file when out of the office.

Would like the ability to know when we have overbooked an employee or sub for the day when preparing and updating the schedule when running multiple projects.

Everything is in one spot and easy to track for the builder, subcontractors and home owners. You will never be in a finger pointing situation everything is clearly documented.

I would like to send bid request updates to only one specific Sub not the entire group. Sometimes I need to adjust a bid request and i don't want it to go to everyone in my request.

It's easy to use, organizes project information, helps with client interaction, helps with builder and sub-contractor communication, works well as a digital repository for project information, and is easily accessible.

Nothing so far. The tutorials are very helpful. I don't use the product as much as others in my office, so I haven't navigated to every part of the software.

Communication hub so no one misses a message or question.

There have been no cons to report, other than some of the tools that we elect not to use as is doesn't benefit our business model such as time clock.

It allows me to see where I am with each project.

My main issue is that I don't see end user contact information. An email or phone number would be nice. Maybe this is something my builder is locking me out on; I'm not sure.

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Cloud based, intuitive, limits rework, improves communication, captures important project information

Schedule program can be improved. Still way more intuitive than Office Project, which was used before.

The tracking of our projects with all divisions of the company. The ability for the client to participate in many areas creates an environment that is healthy for both parties in the transaction. Gives them true clarity to what is and is going to happen on their project.

Lack of all access on tablets or phones. We are wanting our field guys to have tablets instead of laptops but everyone claims limited function.

Dan -- Thanks for being dedicated to learning more and more about CoConstruct so you can make the most of it. We'll reach out to you directly about the mobile app to see if there's some training we can offer, since we have a whole set of field-focused mobile app (for phone and tablet) features, including time clock, job logs, photos (which you can draw on), schedules, client/trade communication, and even letting your PMs track budget-to-actuals. I suspect that your field guys are busy and may not have seen some of the announcements about our latest features. So, we'll make sure you have the info you need to take advantage of it!

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I like how Co Construct brings much of the correspondence between clients, sub contractors, and the builder to one location. Co Construct helps to create efficiency in a chaotic industry. Co Construct is where the project planning lives!

I would like to see the green update button feature on the app so that I can see what I need to do from the app at a glance and know where I need to work from the app.

The software is highly intuitive and easy to use for the non-technical while not compromising on its features/functionality. - Scheduling tool is great (easily build online CPM schedules, while assigning trades, and looking across multiple jobs) - Easy job log tool - Great communication tool for selections/specifications - Capacity for general communication

The software is not for every builder. It is great for the custom market that requires more hands on experience with the client. Software does not have an open API (though there are integrations with basic accounting software)

As a vendor working with a builder that uses this software, we like being able to see what stage the homes are in. This makes it easy to see when we can go out to measure for jobs.

Very simple design, and can be a little hard to navigate around in.

Keeps you organized, but any other management system achieves that. Clients like it. Can customize your branding pretty well.

For the price, the program is completely gutted. You pay an exorbitant amount per project, and still get less features than other programs like Builder Trend. It’s clunky, poorly laid out, and the customer service is terrible. I’ve had to wait on the phone over an hour on multiple occasions and I know they don’t have that many clients. Can’t chat for tech support. No account managers. Again, save your money. So basic for how expensive it is, especially now that Builder Trend has a $99 option for unlimited projects.

Hey Daniel, Thank you for your feedback. We want to apologize for the experience you've had, it seems like a lot of back and forth. After you wrote a similar review on another platform we reached out to you to better understand your frustrations and the situation at hand, but got no reply. After looking over your account and talking to our Customer Success team it appears as though your...

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Selections and Money We are a very custom builder and the selections tab allows for thorough and documented communication of a choice. The financial tab allows for easily keeping the client current on investment expectations, especially as they make choices in selctions.

Not much, but if I had to say one thing it might be the schedule. It has evolved a lot in the almost 10 years we have used it, but it still can be glitchy and not as sophisticated in some ways as MS Project which we moved from.

The program is easy to use for both the builder and the client to view and update. All functions required for the project is readily accessible. Able to update records from your phone which allows updates to be provided whilst on-site

Sometime hard to download to your phone.

The Coconstruct software is designed well for our business as a custom home builder & spec home builder. It provides a "one-stop shop" to address the many facets of the construction business from estimates, budget, specs & selections, scheduling, tasks, warranty and provides a seamless avenue for communication across all these disciplines. The best thing of all has been the buy-in or acceptance and feedback for our clients and vendors. We are a small company and they think we have invested in an easy to use and effective tool for all of us to operate and function within.

There are a few areas where some improvement could be made. The warranty section could have a better means for providing client contact info for vendors and perhaps a better way to train companies that are new and unsure how to get started. A mentor program of sorts for learning the tricks and pitfalls.

The best companies put themselves in their customer's shoes and solves their problems. Co-Construct does that to one of the highest levels I've seen.

This isn't really a con, but it's specific to customer home builders. Ultimately it didn't work out for us as specialty contractors.