In 2025, more and more construction professionals are turning to AI-based takeoff software to save time, improve accuracy, and get more bids submitted. But with so many options out there, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. That’s why we’ve put together this comparison, showing how Beam AI stacks up against other popular construction takeoff software tools. Whether you’re a contractor, estimator, or project manager, this guide will help you find the right fit.
Beam AI vs. PlanSwift
PlanSwift is known for its manual and semi-automated takeoffs. It’s useful, but it requires quite a bit of training and human input, especially on complex plans. Beam AI, on the other hand, does the heavy lifting for you. It automatically handles takeoffs across multiple trades, detects changes instantly, and delivers bid-ready results in just 24-72 hours – all without needing CAD or Revit skills.
Beam AI vs. On-Screen Takeoff
On-Screen Takeoff is great for visually digitizing plans, but it’s mostly manual, which means multiple takeoffs can eat up a lot of time. Beam AI flips that on its head with parallel AI-powered processing, letting you submit twice as many bids without doubling your workload.
Beam AI vs. StackCT
StackCT is a solid cloud-based takeoff tool, but it only covers a few trades and still needs manual checks. Beam AI offers full trade coverage, automated symbol recognition, and QA-reviewed outputs, giving you speed and precision that StackCT just can’t match.
Beam AI vs. Bluebeam
Bluebeam shines when it comes to PDF markups and plan collaboration, but it’s not really a construction takeoff software tool. Beam AI goes beyond markups, delivering automated quantity extraction and detailed material lists, so you can get bid-ready takeoffs without human error.
Beam AI vs. Togal AI
Togal AI uses AI to help with estimates but has limits in handling multiple projects or trades at once. Beam AI, meanwhile, offers multi-project automation, addendum reports, and support for over 15 trades, giving you a much more complete AI-driven workflow.
Beam AI vs. Square Takeoff
Square Takeoff works well for smaller projects, but it doesn’t have advanced AI. Beam AI’s cloud-based automation lets you handle large and complex projects without needing extra staff.
Beam AI vs. Workpack
Workpack is all about collaboration, but it still relies on manual inputs. Beam AI takes it further with fully automated takeoffs, real-time change detection, and QA-verified outputs, saving you time and stress.
Beam AI vs. Sketchdeck AI
Sketchdeck AI focuses on analyzing plans visually, but it doesn’t produce complete takeoffs. Beam AI turns AI analysis into actionable material lists across multiple trades, bridging the gap between insight and execution.
Beam AI vs. Cubit
Cubit is detailed but heavily manual. Beam AI automates everything, providing multi-trade support, automatic change detection, and faster processing, so your team can focus on winning projects instead of repetitive tasks.
Beam AI vs. eTakeoff
eTakeoff digitizes measurements, but it’s not fully automated. Beam AI delivers 90% time savings, QA-reviewed outputs, and bid-ready deliverables, making it ideal for high-volume estimators.
Beam AI vs. Drawer AI
Drawer AI automates some trades, but Beam AI goes further. With support for 15+ trades, automated detection of plan changes, and verified takeoffs, Beam AI keeps your projects moving faster.
Beam AI vs. Active Takeoff
Active Takeoff gives you basic measurement tools, but manual coordination is still required. Beam AI automates end-to-end takeoff workflows, addendum reports, and QA verification, freeing your team to focus on strategy, not repetitive work.
Beam AI vs. zzTakeoff
zzTakeoff is limited in trades and AI involvement. Beam AI, by contrast, handles multiple trades, verifies outputs, and delivers faster bid-ready takeoffs, helping you get more bids out the door.
Beam AI vs. PrebuiltML
PrebuiltML automates small-scale projects but can’t handle multiple projects at once. Beam AI’s parallel processing and AI-driven quantity extraction make it perfect for large or complex projects.
Beam AI vs. Autodesk Takeoff
Autodesk Takeoff integrates with Revit but needs CAD skills and manual work. Beam AI removes that barrier entirely, providing full AI automation without any CAD training, covering more trades and delivering verified takeoffs quickly.
Beam AI vs. TakeCost
TakeCost helps with estimating, but full automation is missing. Beam AI offers cloud-based, automated takeoffs, variance reports, and parallel project execution, saving time and letting you bid on more projects.
Beam AI vs. Tekla
Tekla is excellent for structural modeling but not comprehensive takeoffs. Beam AI automates all trades, detects plan changes, and delivers bid-ready outputs, combining modeling insights with accurate estimates.
Beam AI vs. FastPIPE
FastPIPE focuses on mechanical and plumbing takeoffs. Beam AI supports 15+ trades, automated QA, and parallel project processing, giving you wider coverage and faster turnaround than FastPIPE.
Why Beam AI Stands Out
Here’s why Beam AI consistently outperforms other tools:
- Full AI-based takeoffs across 15+ trades
- Parallel project processing
- Automated change detection and addendum reports
- QA-verified, bid-ready results in 24-72 hours
If you want to increase bids, reduce errors, and speed up preconstruction, Beam AI is the solution. Take a free guided tour of Beam AI and see the difference AI-based takeoff software can make.
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