Cubit Estimating vs The EDGE
Cubit Estimating
buildsoft.com.auThe EDGE
estimatingedge.comSide by side
| Figure | Cubit Estimating | The EDGE |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | A$14.17/mo | — |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Yes | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Windows | Yes | Yes |
| macOS | Yes | — |
| iOS | — | Yes |
| API | — | Yes |
| Self-hosted | Yes | — |
| Plans published | 10 | 1 |
| Spec score · Construction Takeoff Software | 9.0 (#5) | 7.5 (#18) |
| Spec score · Construction Estimating Software | 9.0 (#6) | 7.6 (#17) |
| Headquarters | Campbelltown, New South Wales, Australia | Boynton Beach, Florida, United States |
| Integrations | Buildsoft lists Cubit Select, Microsoft Excel, MudShark, Xero, BuilderTREND and LiveCosts integrations. | The vendor lists integrations with FOUNDATION, Procore and FollowUp CRM, plus takeoff connections with EagleView and Workpack. |
| Intended users | The maker describes the product for estimators, quantity surveyors, builders, and contractors, including teams handling complex multi-trade projects. | The product is designed for commercial specialty trade subcontractors and construction estimators. |
| Platform | The installation guide lists Windows as the supported desktop operating system; the maker also offers cloud-hosted access. | The EDGE is installed locally on a computer and offers cloud access for remote work and real-time collaboration. |
| Purpose | Cubit Estimating combines construction takeoff and estimating in one view, with estimates updating as measurements are made. | The EDGE combines construction takeoff and cost estimating in one software package for commercial subcontractors. |
| Reporting | Reports include bills of quantities, trade breakdowns and cost analyses exportable to PDF or Excel. | The software produces customizable reports for project management, accounting and customer communication. |
| Security | The cloud-hosted option states that it uses encryption, firewalls, and regular backups to protect information. | The maker’s terms say it does not warrant that its services will be secure, uninterrupted or error-free. |
Plans
Cubit Estimating
- AI EstimatingA$20 a month
- AI Estimating add-onA$20 a month
- Cubit Estimating StandardA$170 a year
- Cubit Estimating StandardA$170 a month
- Cubit Estimating ProfessionalA$226 a month
- Cubit Estimating ProfessionalA$226 a year
- Cubit Estimating EnterpriseA$255 a year
- Cubit Estimating EnterpriseA$255 a month
- Cloud SetupPriced on request
- Cubit Estimating CloudPriced on request
In their own words
Cubit Estimating
Cubit Estimating combines construction takeoff and estimating in a view where estimates update as measurements are made. It accepts takeoff from PDF, DWG and DXF CAD, IFC BIM and standard image files. Enterprise supports IFC BIM quantity extraction, volume calculation and revision management, along with Shared Job Access for simultaneous work on an estimate and controls for assigned trades. Users can generate bills of quantities, trade breakdowns and cost analyses in PDF or Excel, then customize and brand reports. Integrations include Xero, Microsoft Excel, MudShark, BuilderTREND, Cubit Select and LiveCosts. The AI Estimating add-on automates repetitive takeoff work and is available with any edition. Buildsoft offers Windows installation and managed cloud access; it states cloud infrastructure maximum uptime of 99.95%. The cloud-hosted option uses encryption, firewalls and regular backups. Pricing is listed from 167 AUD/user/mo (annual), with a 14-day trial that includes Enterprise features and the AI Estimating module. Subscriptions have a minimum 12-month term, and each includes access to Australian-based technical support.
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.