Autodesk Takeoff vs Buildertrend
Side-by-side from the Top 11 rankings of The 11 Best Construction Estimating Software Tools (2026) and The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026). Last verified June 28, 2026.
The short answer
Buildertrend ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #3) for Contractors and construction managers generating accurate project cost estimates and bids / Contractors, home builders, and AEC firms tracking leads, bids, and client relationships from first call to signed contract. Best for builders: CRM and build management in one.
At a glance
| Autodesk Takeoff | Buildertrend | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Construction Estimating Software Tools (2026) | #1 / The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 9.1 |
| Best for | Integrated 2D/3D BIM takeoffs | CRM plus full build management for builders |
| Pricing | $$$$ (Part of Autodesk Build) | $$$ (Starts ~$199/mo intro, scales to $499+/mo) |
| HQ | San Rafael, USA | Omaha, USA |
| Founded | 1982 | 2006 |
Autodesk Takeoff
The top choice for BIM-centric firms, pulling quantities directly from 3D Revit models.
www.autodesk.com/products/takeoff/overviewSee full entry in The 11 Best Construction Estimating Software Tools (2026)
Buildertrend
Best for builders: CRM and build management in one.
buildertrend.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026)
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