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Head-to-head · Remodeling Contractor Software

Buildertrend vs ConstructionOnline

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Buildertrend #2 in Remodeling Contractor Software 8.8/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 5 features Visit Buildertrend
ConstructionOnline #6 in Remodeling Contractor Software 8.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 5 features Visit site

Buildertrend leads on 0 checks, ConstructionOnline on 0, and 1 is 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 · 8.8/10

Buildertrend scores higher on our rubric for remodeling contractor software: 8.8 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

Buildertrend is the better fit for established contractors needing maturity. ConstructionOnline is the better fit for large firms needing enterprise controls.

  • Buildertrend fits best

    Established contractors needing maturity

  • ConstructionOnline fits best

    Large firms needing enterprise controls

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Side by side

Feature Buildertrend 8.8/10 Visit ↗ ConstructionOnline 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.8 8.4
Ranking #2 in Remodeling Contractor Software #6 in Remodeling Contractor Software
Best for Established contractors needing maturity Large firms needing enterprise controls
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request Pricing on request
Free plan — Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Built for Small business, Mid-market Small business, Mid-market
Features Buildertrend 0/5 · ConstructionOnline 0/5
Selection management Not checked yet Not checked yet
Change orders Not checked yet Not checked yet
Subcontractor portal Not checked yet Not checked yet
Client portal Not checked yet Not checked yet
Accounting sync Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Schedule view Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Scheduling includes calendar, list and Gantt views
  • Client, subcontractor and field collaboration tools work across web and mobile
  • Budgeting, job costing, invoicing and change orders are built in
  • Combines scheduling, estimating, change orders, RFIs, portals, and reporting.
  • Supports web, iOS, Android, API access, and mobile field work.
  • All plans include unlimited users and construction-focused integrations.
Cons
  • Pricing requires a customized quote
  • There is no free plan or free trial
  • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of smaller, narrow-focus teams
  • Starts at $542 per month when billed annually.
  • Advanced controls require higher-priced plans.
  • Its broad enterprise scope may exceed smaller remodelers' needs.
Our verdict

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

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ConstructionOnline is construction project management software from UDA Technologies for commercial and other construction firms. It brings project files, schedules, tasks, financial workflows, communications, planroom tools, RFIs,…

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  1. BuildertrendRemodeling Contractor Software 8.8Pricing on request
  2. ConstructionOnlineRemodeling Contractor Software 8.4Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Buildertrend — where it wins

    • Scheduling includes calendar, list and Gantt views
    • Client, subcontractor and field collaboration tools work across web and mobile
    • Budgeting, job costing, invoicing and change orders are built in

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires a customized quote
    • There is no free plan or free trial
    • Its broad feature set may exceed the needs of smaller, narrow-focus teams

  • ConstructionOnline — where it wins

    • Combines scheduling, estimating, change orders, RFIs, portals, and reporting.
    • Supports web, iOS, Android, API access, and mobile field work.
    • All plans include unlimited users and construction-focused integrations.

    Where it doesn't

    • Starts at $542 per month when billed annually.
    • Advanced controls require higher-priced plans.
    • Its broad enterprise scope may exceed smaller remodelers' needs.
  • Buildertrend8.8/10 · Pricing on request

    A mature, broad construction platform for established remodeling contractors.

    Visit BuildertrendFull verdict →
  • ConstructionOnline8.4/10 · Pricing on request

    A broad construction suite for large firms, but its $542 monthly annual starting price limits value.

    Visit siteFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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