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Head-to-head · Remodeling Estimating Software

ConGenius vs Houzz

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side
Higher score ConGenius #4 in Remodeling Estimating Software 7.5/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 3 features Visit ConGenius
Houzz #5 in Remodeling Estimating Software 7.3/10 Free plan · paid from $249/mo · 30-day trial Free plan✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Houzz

ConGenius leads on 3 checks, Houzz on 0, and 1 is even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreConGenius · 7.5/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresConGenius · 3 of 3

ConGenius scores higher on our rubric for remodeling estimating software: 7.5 against 7.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #4 and #5.

ConGenius offers estimate templates; Houzz doesn't publish it. ConGenius offers online proposal signing; Houzz doesn't publish it. ConGenius offers digital takeoff; Houzz doesn't publish it.

ConGenius is the better fit for small contractors needing takeoffs and proposals. Houzz is the better fit for design-oriented pros needing estimates alongside leads.

  • ConGenius fits best

    Small contractors needing takeoffs and proposals

  • Houzz fits best

    Design-oriented pros needing estimates alongside leads

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Side by side

Feature ConGenius 7.5/10 Visit ↗ Houzz 7.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.5 7.3
Ranking #4 in Remodeling Estimating Software #5 in Remodeling Estimating Software
Best for Small contractors needing takeoffs and proposals Design-oriented pros needing estimates alongside leads
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web Web, iOS, Android
Features ConGenius 3/3 · Houzz 0/3
Estimate templates ✓ (best) Not published
Online proposal signing ✓ (best) Not published
Digital takeoff ✓ (best) Not published
Specs
Cost database Materials_labor Not published
Line items Not published Not published
Mobile estimating Not published Not published
Our review
Pros
  • Automatic markups, taxes, fees and discounts speed estimate calculations.
  • Reusable templates plus a 200,000-plus Home Depot parts catalog.
  • Pro Plus adds digital measurement and takeoffs from plans, photos and sketches.
  • 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
  • Free plan is limited to five projects, 200 files and one included user.
  • Digital takeoffs are available only on the Pro Plus plan.
  • Web-only deployment can constrain teams seeking other deployment formats.
  • 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

ConGenius is cloud software for remodelers, trade contractors and builders who need to turn plans, material costs and labor into client-ready proposals. Its workflow combines estimate building, reusable project and assembly templates,…

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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. ConGeniusRemodeling Estimating Software 7.5Free plan
  2. HouzzRemodeling Estimating Software 7.3Free plan · paid from $249/mo · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • ConGenius — where it wins

    • Automatic markups, taxes, fees and discounts speed estimate calculations.
    • Reusable templates plus a 200,000-plus Home Depot parts catalog.
    • Pro Plus adds digital measurement and takeoffs from plans, photos and sketches.

    Where it doesn't

    • Free plan is limited to five projects, 200 files and one included user.
    • Digital takeoffs are available only on the Pro Plus plan.
    • Web-only deployment can constrain teams seeking other deployment formats.

  • 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.
  • ConGenius7.5/10 · Free plan

    A web-based estimator that covers takeoffs, templates, catalogs and signed proposals.

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  • Houzz7.3/10 · Free plan · paid from $249/mo · 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 Sep 2026

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