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Head-to-head · Takeoff Software

Kreo BIM Takeoff vs eTakeoff

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 1 check side by side
Higher score Kreo BIM Takeoff #6 in Takeoff Software 7.9/10 7-day trial Free trial✓ 0 of 6 features Visit Kreo
eTakeoff #7 in Takeoff Software 7.8/10 Free plan · 15-day trial Free planFree trial✓ 0 of 6 features Visit eTakeoff

Kreo BIM Takeoff leads on 0 checks, eTakeoff on 1, and 0 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 1 yes/no, price and count check where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreKreo BIM Takeoff · 7.9/10
  • Free planonly eTakeoff
  • Free trialboth

Kreo BIM Takeoff scores higher on our rubric for takeoff software: 7.9 against 7.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #7.

eTakeoff offers free plan; Kreo BIM Takeoff doesn't.

Kreo BIM Takeoff is the better fit for teams combining 2D takeoff with BIM workflows. eTakeoff is the better fit for estimators needing desktop takeoff with assemblies.

  • Kreo BIM Takeoff fits best

    Teams combining 2D takeoff with BIM workflows

  • eTakeoff fits best

    Estimators needing desktop takeoff with assemblies

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Side by side

Feature Kreo BIM Takeoff 7.9/10 Visit ↗ eTakeoff 7.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 7.9 7.8
Ranking #6 in Takeoff Software #7 in Takeoff Software
Best for Teams combining 2D takeoff with BIM workflows Estimators needing desktop takeoff with assemblies
Pricing model Paid Free plan + paid
Starting price $35/user/mo —
Free plan — ✓ (best)
Free trial 7 days 15 days
Free trial length 7 days 15 days
Deployment Cloud Desktop, Cloud
Platforms Web Windows
Support Email, Live chat, Docs Email, Phone, Tickets, Community, Docs
Integrations 3 integrations 6 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features Kreo BIM Takeoff 0/6 · eTakeoff 0/6
BIM file import Not checked yet Not checked yet
Assemblies and items Not checked yet Not checked yet
Custom formulas Not checked yet Not checked yet
Cloud collaboration Not checked yet Not checked yet
Estimating export Not checked yet Not checked yet
Mobile access Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Deployment Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Measures 2D drawings and 3D BIM models in one cloud workflow
  • Supports PDF, CAD, image, IFC, RVT, and BIM uploads
  • Offers reusable assemblies, model checking, and spreadsheet reports
  • Formula-based assemblies support variables and conditional logic.
  • Pattern search, autocount, and multiple scales speed quantity measurement.
  • Excel, Sage Estimating, WinEst, and other integrations support estimating workflows.
Cons
  • No free plan; Lite starts at $35 per user per month with annual billing
  • Auto Measure and other AI drawing features start with Pro at $175 monthly
  • Full API and integrations are reserved for Enterprise
  • Windows-only deployment limits cross-platform teams.
  • AI-assisted measurements require the Togal.ai add-on.
  • Enterprise and other licensing options require contacting eTakeoff.
Our verdict

Kreo BIM Takeoff brings drawing measurement and BIM quantity takeoff into a cloud workspace for quantity surveyors, estimators, contractors, architects, engineers, and building owners. It supports 2D takeoff with AI-assisted measurement…

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eTakeoff Dimension is Windows-based construction takeoff software for estimators, contractors, and specialty trades. It reads PDF drawings for digital quantity measurement and supports user-defined assemblies, formulas, variables,…

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  1. Kreo BIM TakeoffTakeoff Software 7.97-day trial
  2. eTakeoffTakeoff Software 7.8Free plan · 15-day trial

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Kreo BIM Takeoff — where it wins

    • Measures 2D drawings and 3D BIM models in one cloud workflow
    • Supports PDF, CAD, image, IFC, RVT, and BIM uploads
    • Offers reusable assemblies, model checking, and spreadsheet reports

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan; Lite starts at $35 per user per month with annual billing
    • Auto Measure and other AI drawing features start with Pro at $175 monthly
    • Full API and integrations are reserved for Enterprise

  • eTakeoff — where it wins

    • Formula-based assemblies support variables and conditional logic.
    • Pattern search, autocount, and multiple scales speed quantity measurement.
    • Excel, Sage Estimating, WinEst, and other integrations support estimating workflows.

    Where it doesn't

    • Windows-only deployment limits cross-platform teams.
    • AI-assisted measurements require the Togal.ai add-on.
    • Enterprise and other licensing options require contacting eTakeoff.
  • Kreo BIM Takeoff7.9/10 · 7-day trial

    A broad takeoff workspace for teams connecting 2D drawings with BIM quantities.

    Visit KreoFull verdict →
  • eTakeoff7.8/10 · Free plan · 15-day trial

    A Windows takeoff suite with formula-based assemblies, autocount, and estimating integrations.

    Visit eTakeoffFull verdict →

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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