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Head-to-head · Remodeling Contractor Software

Buildxact vs ConstructionOnline

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Buildxact #4 in Remodeling Contractor Software 8.6/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 5 features Visit Buildxact
ConstructionOnline #6 in Remodeling Contractor Software 8.4/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 5 features Visit site

Buildxact 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 scoreBuildxact · 8.6/10
  • Free planonly Buildxact
  • Free trialonly Buildxact

Buildxact scores higher on our rubric for remodeling contractor software: 8.6 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #6.

Buildxact is the better fit for estimating-led builders with mobile teams. ConstructionOnline is the better fit for large firms needing enterprise controls.

  • Buildxact fits best

    Estimating-led builders with mobile teams

  • ConstructionOnline fits best

    Large firms needing enterprise controls

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Side by side

Feature Buildxact 8.6/10 Visit ↗ ConstructionOnline 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.6 8.4
Ranking #4 in Remodeling Contractor Software #6 in Remodeling Contractor Software
Best for Estimating-led builders with mobile teams Large firms needing enterprise controls
Pricing model Free plan + paid Paid
Starting price $169/mo Pricing on request
Free plan ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Free trial 14 days —
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web
Features Buildxact 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
  • Digital takeoffs and AI-assisted estimating from PDF plans
  • Scheduling, cost tracking, bids, purchase orders, and invoicing
  • Web, iOS, and Android access with daily logs and site updates
  • 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
  • Remodeling selections are not part of its verified feature set
  • Change orders are not part of its verified feature set
  • Client portals are not part of its verified feature set
  • 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

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 through Blu Building Assistant, professional…

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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. BuildxactRemodeling Contractor Software 8.6Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. ConstructionOnlineRemodeling Contractor Software 8.4Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Buildxact — where it wins

    • Digital takeoffs and AI-assisted estimating from PDF plans
    • Scheduling, cost tracking, bids, purchase orders, and invoicing
    • Web, iOS, and Android access with daily logs and site updates

    Where it doesn't

    • Remodeling selections are not part of its verified feature set
    • Change orders are not part of its verified feature set
    • Client portals are not part of its verified feature set

  • 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.
  • Buildxact8.6/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A strong fit for estimating-led residential teams needing field and project coordination.

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  • 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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