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Head-to-head · Remodeling Estimating Software

Buildxact vs Houzz

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Buildxact #2 in Remodeling Estimating Software 8.9/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Buildxact
Houzz #6 in Remodeling Estimating Software 7.9/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Houzz

Buildxact leads on 1 check, Houzz on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 2 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreBuildxact · 8.9/10
  • Lowest starting priceBuildxact · $169/mo
  • Free planboth
  • Free trialboth

Buildxact scores higher on our rubric for remodeling estimating software: 8.9 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

Buildxact is cheaper to start at $169/user/mo against $249/user/mo.

Buildxact is the better fit for builders needing takeoffs and end-to-end estimating. Houzz is the better fit for design-oriented pros needing estimates alongside leads.

  • Buildxact fits best

    Builders needing takeoffs and end-to-end estimating

  • Houzz fits best

    Design-oriented pros needing estimates alongside leads

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Side by side

Feature Buildxact 8.9/10 Visit ↗ Houzz 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.9 7.9
Ranking #2 in Remodeling Estimating Software #6 in Remodeling Estimating Software
Best for Builders needing takeoffs and end-to-end estimating Design-oriented pros needing estimates alongside leads
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $169/mo (best) $249/mo
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial 14 days 30 days
Free trial length 14 days 30 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Integrations 4 integrations 4 integrations
Features Buildxact 0/3 · Houzz 0/3
Estimate templates Not checked yet Not checked yet
Online proposal signing Not checked yet Not checked yet
Digital takeoff Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Cost database Not checked yet Not checked yet
Line items Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile estimating Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Go includes AI estimating and five complimentary credits at no cost.
  • PDF takeoffs connect to bids, schedules, budgets and purchase orders.
  • Web, iOS and Android access supports office and field collaboration.
  • Free Basic includes a 3D Floor Planner, Estimates, and Invoicing.
  • Pro adds CRM, Assemblies, and Online Payments for $249 monthly.
  • Web, iOS, and Android apps support mobile project management.
Cons
  • Foundation starts at $169/month with annual billing.
  • Advanced AI tools and access controls are reserved for Master.
  • Its focus on residential builders may not suit other construction workflows.
  • Estimating sits inside a broader platform rather than a focused estimator.
  • Takeoffs and bid management are available in the Custom plan.
  • Directory, marketing, and project workflows widen the software's scope.
Our verdict

Buildxact brings estimating and project management together for residential builders and remodelers. Its workflow spans digital takeoffs from PDF plans, estimates and proposals, bid management, scheduling, cost tracking, invoicing and site…

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Houzz combines a consumer-facing home design directory with Houzz Pro, software for construction and design professionals. Homeowners can browse project ideas, find local architects, designers, and contractors, and read profile reviews.…

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  1. BuildxactRemodeling Estimating Software 8.9Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. HouzzRemodeling Estimating Software 7.9Free plan · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Buildxact — where it wins

    • Go includes AI estimating and five complimentary credits at no cost.
    • PDF takeoffs connect to bids, schedules, budgets and purchase orders.
    • Web, iOS and Android access supports office and field collaboration.

    Where it doesn't

    • Foundation starts at $169/month with annual billing.
    • Advanced AI tools and access controls are reserved for Master.
    • Its focus on residential builders may not suit other construction workflows.

  • Houzz — where it wins

    • Free Basic includes a 3D Floor Planner, Estimates, and Invoicing.
    • Pro adds CRM, Assemblies, and Online Payments for $249 monthly.
    • Web, iOS, and Android apps support mobile project management.

    Where it doesn't

    • Estimating sits inside a broader platform rather than a focused estimator.
    • Takeoffs and bid management are available in the Custom plan.
    • Directory, marketing, and project workflows widen the software's scope.
  • Buildxact8.9/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    PDF takeoffs, estimating, bids and project financials in one residential-build workflow.

    Visit BuildxactFull verdict →
  • Houzz7.9/10 · Free plan · 30-day trial

    A broad home-design platform with estimating tools, CRM, and payments for professionals.

    Visit HouzzFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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