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Head-to-head · HVAC Estimating Software

McCormick Systems vs QuoteSoft

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
Higher score McCormick Systems #2 in HVAC Estimating Software 8.3/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit McCormick
QuoteSoft #6 in HVAC Estimating Software 7.6/10 Pricing on request ✓ 0 of 6 features Visit QuoteSoft

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMcCormick Systems · 8.3/10

McCormick Systems scores higher on our rubric for hvac estimating software: 8.3 against 7.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #6.

McCormick Systems is the better fit for contractors needing detailed multi-trade takeoff. QuoteSoft is the better fit for mechanical estimators handling complex plan-based bids.

  • McCormick Systems fits best

    Contractors needing detailed multi-trade takeoff

  • QuoteSoft fits best

    Mechanical estimators handling complex plan-based bids

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Side by side

Feature McCormick Systems 8.3/10 Visit ↗ QuoteSoft 7.6/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 8.3 7.6
Ranking #2 in HVAC Estimating Software #6 in HVAC Estimating Software
Best for Contractors needing detailed multi-trade takeoff Mechanical estimators handling complex plan-based bids
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Pricing on request Pricing on request
Free plan Not checked yet Not checked yet
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Desktop
Platforms Web Windows
Support Email, Phone Phone, Tickets, Docs
Integrations 1 integrations 6 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features McCormick Systems 0/6 · QuoteSoft 0/6
HVAC cost database Not checked yet Not checked yet
Labor-rate database Not checked yet Not checked yet
HVAC takeoff tools Not checked yet Not checked yet
Proposal builder Not checked yet Not checked yet
Job costing Not checked yet Not checked yet
QuickBooks sync Not checked yet Not checked yet
Specs
Mobile apps Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • PDF takeoff with automated material counting and measurement
  • Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical databases with prebuilt assemblies
  • Tracks supplier pricing, bid costs, and change orders
  • Takes off PDFs, CAD drawings, and BIM files.
  • Shows labor hours and material costs during takeoff.
  • Calculates rectangular, round, and oval ductwork.
Cons
  • Pricing requires contacting sales
  • Its focus on MEP estimating may not suit other trades
  • FOUNDATION is the only listed integration
  • Designed for Windows desktop workstations and local networks.
  • Pricing requires contacting sales.
  • Support is not available 24/7.
Our verdict

McCormick Systems brings digital takeoff and estimating together for electrical, plumbing, and mechanical contractors. Its workflow starts with PDF plans and extends through material and labor estimates, bid proposals, reporting, and…

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QuoteSoft is desktop estimating software for plumbing, piping, HVAC, ductwork, and mechanical contractors. For HVAC estimators, its plan-based workflow combines digital takeoff with labor and material costing, specification-driven…

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  1. McCormick SystemsHVAC Estimating Software 8.3Pricing on request
  2. QuoteSoftHVAC Estimating Software 7.6Pricing on request

Strengths and trade-offs

  • McCormick Systems — where it wins

    • PDF takeoff with automated material counting and measurement
    • Electrical, plumbing, and mechanical databases with prebuilt assemblies
    • Tracks supplier pricing, bid costs, and change orders

    Where it doesn't

    • Pricing requires contacting sales
    • Its focus on MEP estimating may not suit other trades
    • FOUNDATION is the only listed integration

  • QuoteSoft — where it wins

    • Takes off PDFs, CAD drawings, and BIM files.
    • Shows labor hours and material costs during takeoff.
    • Calculates rectangular, round, and oval ductwork.

    Where it doesn't

    • Designed for Windows desktop workstations and local networks.
    • Pricing requires contacting sales.
    • Support is not available 24/7.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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