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BuildBook vs CM Fusion

Both stand on construction management 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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CM Fusion

Free plan Web

CM Fusion brings field reporting, scheduling, project controls, and financial tracking into one construction management product. Consider its stated plan limits and complexity fit alongside the free plan and trial.

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The facts

BuildBookCM Fusion
Free planYesYes
Open sourceNoNot published
Runs onAndroid, iPhone, WebWeb
Lowest paid planSee the plansPro Plan: $199 a month
Plans published112
MakerNot publishedNot published
Websitebuildbook.cocmfusion.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.

CM Fusion: what it does well

  • Cloud document access from anywhere.
  • Field reports can include photos and site conditions.
  • QuickBooks integration supports cost and cash-flow tracking.
  • Free plan and 30-day trial are available.

What to know first

  • Pro is limited to 100 active projects.
  • Pro includes 100 GB of storage.
  • Enterprise costs $349 a month.

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