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Head-to-head · Construction Estimating Software

Buildxact vs Sage Estimating

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score Buildxact #3 in Construction Estimating Software 9.1/10 Free plan · 14-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 1 of 5 features Visit Buildxact
Sage Estimating #6 in Construction Estimating Software 8.7/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 5 features Visit Sage

Buildxact leads on 0 checks, Sage Estimating on 0, and 2 are 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 · 9.1/10
  • Free planonly Buildxact
  • Free trialonly Buildxact
  • Most featuresBuildxact · 1 of 5

Buildxact scores higher on our rubric for construction estimating software: 9.1 against 8.7 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.

Buildxact is the better fit for small contractors needing estimating and job management. Sage Estimating is the better fit for established contractors using Sage workflows.

  • Buildxact fits best

    Small contractors needing estimating and job management

  • Sage Estimating fits best

    Established contractors using Sage workflows

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Side by side

Feature Buildxact 9.1/10 Visit ↗ Sage Estimating 8.7/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.1 8.7
Ranking #3 in Construction Estimating Software #6 in Construction Estimating Software
Best for Small contractors needing estimating and job management Established contractors using Sage workflows
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, Desktop
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Windows
Integrations 4 integrations 7 integrations
Features Buildxact 1/5 · Sage Estimating 0/5
Digital takeoff Not checked yet Not checked yet
Assembly library Not checked yet Not checked yet
Labor and material costs Not checked yet Not checked yet
Bid management ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Accounting integrations Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Estimate limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Platform Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • PDF takeoffs, AI estimating, bids, and professional proposals
  • Scheduling, cost tracking, purchase orders, invoicing, and accounting integrations
  • Web, iOS, and Android collaboration for files, photos, logs, and updates
  • Digital takeoff, assemblies, and trade-specific cost databases
  • Bid leveling, historical estimates, and detailed cost calculations
  • Integrations across Sage, eTakeoff, RSMeans, and Power BI
Cons
  • Paid plans start at $169 per month when billed annually
  • Advanced estimating and controls require higher-tier plans
  • The free Go plan has five complimentary credits
  • Pricing requires contacting Sage for an expert-led discussion
  • Desktop software is available on Windows
  • Broader value depends on fitting into Sage-centered workflows
Our verdict

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

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Sage Estimating is construction estimating software for general contractors, construction management firms, and specialty contractors. It supports digital quantity takeoff, trade-specific cost databases, customizable assemblies, and…

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  1. BuildxactConstruction Estimating Software 9.1Free plan · 14-day trial
  2. Sage EstimatingConstruction Estimating Software 8.7Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Buildxact — where it wins

    • PDF takeoffs, AI estimating, bids, and professional proposals
    • Scheduling, cost tracking, purchase orders, invoicing, and accounting integrations
    • Web, iOS, and Android collaboration for files, photos, logs, and updates

    Where it doesn't

    • Paid plans start at $169 per month when billed annually
    • Advanced estimating and controls require higher-tier plans
    • The free Go plan has five complimentary credits

  • Sage Estimating — where it wins

    • Digital takeoff, assemblies, and trade-specific cost databases
    • Bid leveling, historical estimates, and detailed cost calculations
    • Integrations across Sage, eTakeoff, RSMeans, and Power BI

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting Sage for an expert-led discussion
    • Desktop software is available on Windows
    • Broader value depends on fitting into Sage-centered workflows
  • Buildxact9.1/10 · Free plan · 14-day trial

    A broad construction workflow platform with a free plan and a high paid entry price.

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  • Sage Estimating8.7/10 · Pricing on request

    A mature estimating system for contractors already working in the Sage ecosystem.

    Visit SageFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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