Head-to-head · Concrete Contractor Software
ScopeTakeoff vs ContractorCounter
ScopeTakeoff leads on 0 checks, ContractorCounter on 2, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreScopeTakeoff · 8.7/10
- Lowest starting priceContractorCounter · $10/seat/mo
- Free planonly ContractorCounter
- Free trialboth
- Most featuresScopeTakeoff · 3 of 6
ScopeTakeoff scores higher on our rubric for concrete contractor software: 8.7 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #6 and #8.
ContractorCounter offers free plan; ScopeTakeoff doesn't. ContractorCounter is cheaper to start at $10/mo against $100/mo. On mobile platforms, ContractorCounter gives you Both where ScopeTakeoff offers Web.
ScopeTakeoff is the better fit for specialized concrete estimating teams. ContractorCounter is the better fit for budget-conscious takeoff teams.
- ScopeTakeoff fits best
Specialized concrete estimating teams
- ContractorCounter fits best
Budget-conscious takeoff teams
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Side by side
| Feature | ScopeTakeoff 8.7/10 Visit ↗ | ContractorCounter 8.4/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.7 | 8.4 |
| Ranking | #6 in Concrete Contractor Software | #8 in Concrete Contractor Software |
| Best for | Specialized concrete estimating teams | Budget-conscious takeoff teams |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $100/user/mo | $10/seat/mo (best) |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | 14 days | 3 days |
| Free trial length | 14 days | 3 days · card required |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud, Mobile |
| Platforms | Web | Web, Windows, macOS, iOS, Android |
| Support | Email, Tickets, Docs | |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business, Mid-market |
| Features ScopeTakeoff 3/6 · ContractorCounter 1/6 | ||
| Concrete estimating | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bid management | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Dispatch scheduling | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Production tracking | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Job costing | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Crew management | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Mobile platforms | Web | Both |
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| Our verdict | ScopeTakeoff is web-based estimating and takeoff software for concrete subcontractors and specialty-trade contractors. It covers assemblies for flatwork, foundations, walls, rebar, forming, curb, gutter, and paving. Teams can upload PDF… 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
ScopeTakeoff — where it wins
- Detailed assemblies for concrete, rebar, forming, paving, and related work
- Automates quantity, waste, labor, material, equipment, and pump costs
- Supports bid review, team estimating, proposals, and multi-entity profiles
Where it doesn't
- Starts at $100 per person monthly with no free plan
- Web-only access may not fit teams needing mobile platforms
- Its focus is concrete estimating rather than broad contractor management
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
- ScopeTakeoff8.7/10 · 14-day trial
A specialized web estimator with deep concrete takeoffs, bid workflows, and AI plan tools.
Visit ScopeTakeoffFull 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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