Bidwright vs The EDGE
Bidwright
bidwright.appThe EDGE
estimatingedge.comSide by side
| Figure | Bidwright | The EDGE |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | Free | — |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | Yes | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| Linux | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| API | Yes | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 3 | 1 |
| Spec score · Construction Estimating Software | 9.1 (#4) | 7.6 (#17) |
| Spec score · Construction Takeoff Software | 8.9 (#6) | 7.5 (#18) |
| Intended users | The desktop app is positioned for one estimator, an owner-operator, or an evaluator, while Docker is positioned for a small team or power user. | The product is designed for commercial specialty trade subcontractors and construction estimators. |
| Product | Bidwright is an open-source construction estimating workspace covering bid intake, takeoff, pricing, review and quote delivery. | The EDGE combines construction blueprint takeoff and cost estimating in one software package for specialty trade contractors. |
| Support | Docker self-host users are directed to community support through GitHub Issues and Discussions. | Support coverage is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. ET, with support available at [email protected]. |
Plans
In their own words
The EDGE
The EDGE combines blueprint takeoff and cost estimating for commercial specialty trade contractors and construction estimators. Takeoff measurements feed into estimates that populate material lists and labor budgets. Its listed trades include acoustical, concrete, drywall, EIFS, fireproofing, flooring, painting, roofing, waterproofing, and wall panels. Smart Labor adjusts production rates, labor time, and labor costs using job conditions set by the user. Proposal Writer uses Microsoft Word templates and more than 100 preloaded data points to prepare bids. Estimators can copy scenarios, compare variations, and create change orders from existing estimate data; customizable reports cover project management, accounting, and customer communication. The EDGE Estimator is installed locally, with cloud access for remote work and real-time collaboration. It lists integrations with FOUNDATION, Procore, and FollowUp CRM, plus takeoff connections to EagleView and Workpack. The vendor says its cloud stores bids and manufacturer databases in IBM Cloud, with geographic replication. Windows 11 Pro 64-bit is required for Estimator v12. Pricing is on request.