Asta Powerproject vs Buildlr

Asta Powerproject is construction planning software for projects from small extensions to megaprojects. It builds Gantt schedules from task pools and code libraries, links tasks for critical-path analysis, and lets planners assign calendars, resources, and costs. Multiple what-if scenarios help compare construction methods or explore ways to accelerate delivery. Cost modelling tracks budgeted, planned, and actual figures over time, while resource planning covers people, plant, and materials. Built-in risk analysis assesses possible delays and cost overruns; Schedule Quality Check can apply custom parameters or DCMA and CIOB metrics. The software works with Microsoft Project and Oracle Primavera files and integrates with Bidcon estimating applications, ERP systems, and BIM tools. The standard installed client runs only on Microsoft Windows, while hosted SaaS is accessible on Windows and macOS with an internet connection, but lacks some features such as macros and the Developers' Toolkit. The single-user subscription costs £695 per annum, excluding VAT.

Buildlr brings construction CRM, estimating, project management, invoicing and a customer portal together in one platform. Its preconstruction tools cover lead and client management, scope-based estimates, quotes with online approval and requests for subcontractor pricing. For active projects, teams can use an interactive Gantt schedule, project files, change orders and client approvals. Workforce tools include GPS check-in, task-level time tracking, live crew locations and time-off requests. Financial features cover invoicing and accounts receivable tracking, with dashboards for revenue, margins and KPIs. Cortex uses workspace context for task suggestions, daily briefings, automated updates and assisted actions. Buildlr describes the service as offline-first and says it works offline on any device. Customers can choose to connect Fortnox or QuickBooks for accounting. The company says it processes personal data under the EU and UK GDPR, hosts service data in Germany and keeps backups in the EU. It lists TLS encryption in transit, API-level workspace isolation, adaptive password hashing and encryption of integration credentials at rest. The Value-based plan has no subscription or per-user charge: it bills 0.35% of each invoice sent through Buildlr, weekly. A 30-day trial is available, but there is no free plan.