Head-to-head · Concrete Contractor Software
CreteQuote vs ContractorCounter
CreteQuote leads on 0 checks, ContractorCounter on 2, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreCreteQuote · 8.8/10
- Lowest starting priceContractorCounter · $10/seat/mo
- Free planonly ContractorCounter
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresCreteQuote · 5 of 6
CreteQuote scores higher on our rubric for concrete contractor software: 8.8 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.
ContractorCounter offers free plan; CreteQuote doesn't. ContractorCounter is cheaper to start at $10/mo against $297/mo. On mobile platforms, ContractorCounter gives you Both where CreteQuote offers Web.
CreteQuote is the better fit for concrete sales and operations teams. ContractorCounter is the better fit for budget-conscious takeoff teams.
- CreteQuote fits best
Concrete sales and operations teams
- ContractorCounter fits best
Budget-conscious takeoff teams
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Side by side
| Feature | CreteQuote 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | ContractorCounter 8.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.4 |
| Ranking | #5 in Concrete Contractor Software | #8 in Concrete Contractor Software |
| Best for | Concrete sales and operations teams | Budget-conscious takeoff teams |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $297/mo | $10/seat/mo (best) |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | 14 days | 3 days |
| Free trial length | 14 days · no card needed | 3 days · card required |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Docs | Email, Tickets, Docs |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features CreteQuote 5/6 · ContractorCounter 1/6 | ||
| Concrete estimating | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bid management | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Dispatch scheduling | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Production tracking | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Job costing | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Crew management | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Mobile platforms | Web | Both |
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| Our verdict | CreteQuote is business management software built specifically for concrete contractors, including residential, decorative, flatwork, and commercial businesses. It brings estimating, branded quotes, CRM, scheduling, crew dispatch,… Read the review → |
ContractorCounter is browser-based construction takeoff and estimating software for concrete contractors, subcontractors and small trade teams. It supports drawing uploads, scale calibration, markups, measurements, item counts and live… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
CreteQuote — where it wins
- Concrete-specific estimating supports service, area, finish, and thickness pricing.
- Combines quotes, CRM, scheduling, dispatch, invoicing, and follow-up automation.
- QuickBooks Online, Stripe, Google Calendar, and ACH payment support.
Where it doesn't
- The Ultimate Plan costs $297 per month.
- White Glove Onboarding & Account Activation costs $996 one time.
- Web-only access limits platform coverage for mobile field teams.
ContractorCounter — where it wins
- Concrete slab, footing, formwork and reinforcement quantity takeoffs
- AI-assisted counts, measurements, scale setting and rate suggestions
- Works across web, Windows, macOS, iOS and Android
Where it doesn't
- Free plan is limited to one project
- Exports and workspace sharing require a paid plan or eligible trial
- Does not cover verified scheduling, dispatch or job costing
- CreteQuote8.8/10 · 14-day trial
A focused concrete operations platform with broad sales, scheduling, and billing tools.
Visit CreteQuoteFull verdict → - ContractorCounter8.4/10 · Free plan · 3-day trial
A focused concrete takeoff tool with a free entry point and paid estimating workflows.
Visit siteFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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