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BuildBook vs Buildshop

Both stand on remodeling contractor software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.

BuildBook

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

BuildBook covers sales, project management, and client communication for residential construction work across web and mobile. Check its user limits and intended audience against the size and type of your business.

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Buildshop

Free plan AndroidiPhoneWeb

Buildshop combines project management and financial tools for construction-related businesses, with a free Basic package and paid packages sized by user count. Review its privacy and security statements before adding information intended to remain private.

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The facts

BuildBookBuildshop
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNoNot published
Runs onAndroid, iPhone, WebAndroid, iPhone, Web
Lowest paid planSee the plans2 User Package: $99 a month
Plans published115
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitebuildbook.cobuildshop.com
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BuildBook: what it does well

  • Sales pipeline, estimates, proposals, and digital approvals.
  • Gantt scheduling, tasks, budgets, and change orders.
  • Guest access is available.
  • Syncs project finances with QuickBooks Online.
  • Mobile apps are available for iOS and Android.

What to know first

  • Free plan is limited to one user.
  • Paid plans start at $79/user/mo (annual).
  • Not intended for large commercial construction firms.

Buildshop: what it does well

  • Free Basic package includes estimates and invoices
  • Tools cover schedules, inspections, and change orders
  • Paid packages list QuickBooks, Xero, and Google Calendar
  • Exports available in Excel, Word, and PDF

What to know first

  • Paid packages are billed annually
  • Privacy policy says submitted information may be publicly displayed
  • Buildshop says it cannot guarantee information security

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