r/estimators
29k members
r/estimators is a subreddit with 29k members. The most common kinds of discussions are advice requests and solution requests, and the community frequently discusses estimating, estimator, construction, software, and advice, and they frequently recommend/review estimating software, takeoff software, and invoicing software.
Welcome to the subreddit dedicated to construction estimating!
A place to share methods, tools, tips, and experiences in regards to construction estimating.
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Popular Themes in r/estimators
#1
Advice Requests
: "54yr Old Former GC Forced into Career Change - HELP!"
20 posts
#2
Solution Requests
: "Completely free estimation tool for field guys. Lite suite of takeoff tools for bid requests, material estimation/ordering materials."
8 posts
#3
Pain & Anger
: "Got fired today. You should try it!"
8 posts
#4
Opportunities
: "If you had 200 acres of fill dirt, trucks ready to haul it, and just needed buyers... how would you find them?"
1 post
Popular Topics in r/estimators
#1
Estimating
: "Estimating is paradise"
189 posts
#2
Estimator
: "Estimator Memes… pls drop them in the comments"
66 posts
#3
Construction
: "Is formal Construction education necessary to be a great estimator or does field experience matter more?"
54 posts
#4
Software
: "BEST Software FOR CUT AND FILL TAKE OFFS"
37 posts
#5
Advice
: "What's your process for dealing with incomplete construction documents?"
25 posts
#6
Ai
: "Announcement: Turning the sub into an Ai focus group."
24 posts
#7
Career
: "Estimator/PM role? In need of Career advice."
22 posts
#8
Bidding
: "Current Market & ReBidding"
16 posts
#9
Looking For
13 posts
#10
Job
: "What Jobs can I do with estimating background? Advice needed."
12 posts
Products Discussed in r/estimators
Estimating Software
202 reviews
#1
Buildxact
4.5★ from 28 reviews
#2
PlanSwift
4.1★ from 19 reviews
#3
Bluebeam
4.3★ from 18 reviews
Takeoff Software
156 reviews
#1
Buildxact
4.6★ from 29 reviews
#2
PlanSwift
3.7★ from 19 reviews
#3
Bluebeam
4.2★ from 16 reviews
Invoicing Software
11 reviews
#1
Zoho Invoice
5.0★ from 2 reviews
#2
Wave
4.0★ from 1 review
#3
Invoicer
4.0★ from 1 review
Member Growth in r/estimators
Yearly
+10k members(49.2%)
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Last updated: June 4, 2026