r/estimators

30k members
r/estimators is a subreddit with 30k members. The most common kinds of discussions are solution requests and advice 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. Add flair for your trade. You can edit if needed.

Popular Themes in r/estimators

#1
Solution Requests
: "Open Source (Free) Takeoff program"
3 posts
#2
Advice Requests
: "MEP Estimator Trying to Learn Pricing , Need Advice"
2 posts

Popular Topics in r/estimators

#1

Estimating

185 posts
#2

Estimator

66 posts
#3

Construction

61 posts
#4

Software

39 posts
#5

Advice

31 posts
#6

Ai

24 posts
#7

Career

21 posts
#8

Struggling

15 posts
#9

Looking For

13 posts
#10

Division

12 posts

Products Discussed in r/estimators

#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
#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(47.7%)

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Last updated: July 7, 2026