by Maila Kim | Jun 24, 2026 | Builder Estimating Software, Construction Estimating and Takeoff Software, Takeoff Boost
If you’re comparing PlanSwift and zzTakeoff, the right choice depends on how you estimate, how often you bid, and how much of the takeoff process you want the software to handle. For simpler, budget-conscious workflows, zzTakeoff can be a practical fit. For...
by Maila Kim | Jun 16, 2026 | Builder Estimating Software, Construction Estimating and Takeoff Software, Takeoff Boost
In Short: STACK is a browser-based takeoff and estimating platform optimized for simplicity and remote access. STACK’s AI focuses on plan setup tasks like scale detection, page naming, and single-sheet symbol counts. PlanSwift is a Windows desktop platform built for...
by Maila Kim | May 28, 2026 | AI/Artificial Intelligence, Builder Estimating Software, Construction Estimating and Takeoff Software, PlanSwift 11, PlanSwift Updates, Takeoff Boost
In Short: Takeoff Boost, the AI suite in PlanSwift, cuts the setup work that slows down estimating before pricing even starts. The four AI tools include Auto Takeoff, Auto Scale, Auto Count, and Auto Bookmark, which automate detection, setup, counting, and navigation....
by Daniel Wal | May 13, 2026 | AI/Artificial Intelligence, Builder Estimating Software, Construction Estimating and Takeoff Software, PlanSwift 11, PlanSwift Updates, Takeoff Boost
In Short: Takeoff Boost™ added to PlanSwift and includes a new set of AI-powered features, so you can finish takeoffs faster and spend less time on job setup. Stop spending hours on manual takeoff: Run Auto Takeoff to generate a full page of takeoff in under a minute....
by Daniel Wal | Mar 18, 2026 | Builder Estimating Software, Construction Cost, Construction Estimating and Takeoff, Construction Estimating and Takeoff Software, Construction Professional, Construction Software, Construction Takeoff and Estimating Software, General Contractor, Paint and Wall Covering, What is PlanSwift?
In Short: PlanSwift® is central to many estimators’ workflows, so any lag or freeze becomes a hot-button issue. Most performance issues come from a mix of environment, project size, and version, not just “bad software.” A few targeted...
by Daniel Wal | Mar 4, 2026 | BEST of Construction, Builder Estimating Software, Concrete, Construction Cost, Construction Estimating and Takeoff, Construction Estimating and Takeoff Software, Construction Professional, Construction Software, Construction Takeoff and Estimating Software, Excavating, General Contractor, Paint and Wall Covering, What is PlanSwift?
In Short: Bids fall apart when you can’t clearly prove what was (and wasn’t) in your scope. Manual takeoff and paper markups make it almost impossible to defend your number when GCs or owners push back. PlanSwift® digital takeoff and estimating...
