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Head-to-head · Remodeling Estimating Software

JobTread vs Houzz

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 2 checks side by side
Higher score JobTread #5 in Remodeling Estimating Software 8.4/10 Paid ✓ 0 of 3 features Visit JobTread
Houzz #6 in Remodeling Estimating Software 7.9/10 Free plan · 30-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 3 features Visit Houzz

JobTread leads on 1 check, Houzz on 1, and 0 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 scoreJobTread · 8.4/10
  • Lowest starting priceJobTread · $16/user/mo
  • Free planonly Houzz
  • Free trialonly Houzz

JobTread scores higher on our rubric for remodeling estimating software: 8.4 against 7.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #6.

Houzz offers free plan; JobTread doesn't. JobTread is cheaper to start at $16/user/mo against $249/user/mo.

JobTread is the better fit for teams combining estimates with job-cost control. Houzz is the better fit for design-oriented pros needing estimates alongside leads.

  • JobTread fits best

    Teams combining estimates with job-cost control

  • Houzz fits best

    Design-oriented pros needing estimates alongside leads

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Side by side

Feature JobTread 8.4/10 Visit ↗ Houzz 7.9/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.4 7.9
Ranking #5 in Remodeling Estimating Software #6 in Remodeling Estimating Software
Best for Teams combining estimates with job-cost control Design-oriented pros needing estimates alongside leads
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $16/user/mo (best) $249/mo
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial — 30 days
Deployment Cloud, Mobile Cloud, Mobile
Platforms Web, iOS, Android Web, iOS, Android
Integrations 12 integrations 4 integrations
Features JobTread 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
  • Combines construction estimating and takeoff with budgets, costing, and dashboards
  • Offers calendar, Gantt, and list task views, plus field time tracking
  • Includes customer, vendor, and subcontractor portals and workflow automation
  • 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
  • No free plan or free trial; access is paid
  • Monthly pricing is $20 per additional internal user, versus $16 annually
  • External portal users have limited access to project activities
  • 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

JobTread brings construction estimating and takeoff together with project scheduling, job finances, and customer communication. It is aimed at builders, remodelers, and contractors who want to manage estimates alongside the work and costs…

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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. JobTreadRemodeling Estimating Software 8.4Paid
  2. HouzzRemodeling Estimating Software 7.9Free plan · 30-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • JobTread — where it wins

    • Combines construction estimating and takeoff with budgets, costing, and dashboards
    • Offers calendar, Gantt, and list task views, plus field time tracking
    • Includes customer, vendor, and subcontractor portals and workflow automation

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan or free trial; access is paid
    • Monthly pricing is $20 per additional internal user, versus $16 annually
    • External portal users have limited access to project activities

  • 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.
  • JobTread8.4/10 · Paid

    A construction management platform that connects estimating, schedules, and job finances.

    Visit JobTreadFull 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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