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Head-to-head · Home Builder Software

Buildertrend vs Buildxact

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Buildertrend #4 in Home Builder Software 9.1/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 5 features Visit Buildertrend
Buildxact #6 in Home Builder Software 8.9/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 5 features Visit Buildxact

Buildertrend leads on 0 checks, Buildxact on 1, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreBuildertrend · 9.1/10
  • Free planonly Buildxact
  • Free trialonly Buildxact

Buildertrend scores higher on our rubric for home builder software: 9.1 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #6.

Buildxact offers free plan; Buildertrend doesn't.

Buildertrend is the better fit for established builders wanting mature all-in-one software. Buildxact is the better fit for builders prioritizing a free starting plan.

  • Buildertrend fits best

    Established builders wanting mature all-in-one software

  • Buildxact fits best

    Builders prioritizing a free starting plan

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Side by side

Feature Buildertrend 9.1/10 Visit ↗ Buildxact 8.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.9
Ranking #4 in Home Builder Software #6 in Home Builder Software
Best for Established builders wanting mature all-in-one software Builders prioritizing a free starting plan
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Pricing on request $169/mo
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — 14 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Integrations 10 integrations 4 integrations
Features Buildertrend 0/5 · Buildxact 0/5
Selections management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Buyer portal Not checked yet Not checked yet
Budget & cost tracking Not checked yet Not checked yet
Schedule management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Trade partner management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Active project limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Combines scheduling, field logs, change orders, finances and portals
  • Mobile apps support field teams on iOS and Android
  • Connects with seven accounting, CRM and business systems
  • Free Go plan includes AI estimating and professional proposals
  • Covers takeoffs, bids, scheduling, financials, and field reporting
  • Web, iOS, and Android access supports office and site teams
Cons
  • Pricing requires a customized quote
  • No free plan or free trial is offered
  • Its broad feature set targets established builders more than small teams
  • Go includes five complimentary credits
  • Paid plans require a 12-month annual commitment
  • Advanced controls and priority support start on Master
Our verdict

Buildertrend is a cloud-based construction management platform for established home builders, remodelers, commercial general contractors and specialty trades. It brings project scheduling, task management, daily logs, change orders, time…

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Buildxact is cloud-based construction estimating and project management software for residential builders and remodelers. It brings digital takeoffs from PDF plans, AI-assisted estimating, proposals, bid management, scheduling, job…

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  1. BuildertrendHome Builder Software 9.1Pricing on request
  2. BuildxactHome Builder Software 8.9Free plan · 14-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Buildertrend — where it wins

    • Combines scheduling, field logs, change orders, finances and portals
    • Mobile apps support field teams on iOS and Android
    • Connects with seven accounting, CRM and business systems

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires a customized quote
    • No free plan or free trial is offered
    • Its broad feature set targets established builders more than small teams

  • Buildxact — where it wins

    • Free Go plan includes AI estimating and professional proposals
    • Covers takeoffs, bids, scheduling, financials, and field reporting
    • Web, iOS, and Android access supports office and site teams

    Where it doesn't

    • Go includes five complimentary credits
    • Paid plans require a 12-month annual commitment
    • Advanced controls and priority support start on Master
  • Buildertrend9.1/10 · Pricing on request

    A mature all-in-one platform for established builders managing field, client and financial work.

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  • Buildxact8.9/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A broad residential construction suite with a free entry plan and paid annual tiers.

    Visit BuildxactFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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