Tool
PlanSwift
PlanSwift is Windows-based takeoff and estimating software for construction estimators and trade contractors, now part of ConstructConnect.
Summary
PlanSwift is a focused takeoff and estimating platform for construction estimators who want speed more than breadth. The product is built around measuring plans, counting symbols, scaling sheets, and turning quantities into estimates, with Takeoff Boost adding AI-assisted helpers that reduce a lot of the repetitive clicking. That makes the software feel purpose-built for estimators working in general contracting and specialty trades, not for teams looking for full project management or service dispatch.
PlanSwift also has a clear ownership story: the company says it joined ConstructConnect in 2018 after 12 years of providing takeoff and estimating tools. ConstructConnect itself lists PlanSwift in its product menu, which makes the current branding straightforward — PlanSwift by ConstructConnect.
Pricing
PlanSwift publishes a rare, straightforward annual price. The pricing page currently shows PlanSwift Professional at $2,000 in U.S. dollars and says the annual subscription includes software updates, support, and 2 hours of training. That puts the product in the professional estimator category rather than the low-cost SMB bucket.
The site also makes clear that this is a sales-led product with a trial/demo path, not a fully self-serve SaaS checkout flow. For buyers, that usually means the real decision is less about sticker price and more about whether the estimating workflow and trade-specific ecosystem match how the team already works.
Key features
PlanSwift’s homepage centers on Takeoff Boost, a set of AI tools that handle manual measuring, counting, scaling, and bookmarking. The core workflow is still classic on-screen takeoff, but the AI layer shortens the first pass on plans and reduces repetitive clicks.
Other notable features and capabilities include:
- Custom assemblies for materials, waste, and labor.
- Trade-specific plugin packs for earthwork, concrete, drywall, framing, electrical, flooring, and more.
- Excel functions for teams that keep estimating logic in spreadsheets.
- Outlook export for sending projects to other users.
- A free-trial/demo path for evaluation.
In other words, PlanSwift is less about broad construction operations and more about making estimation fast, configurable, and trade-aware.
Industries served
PlanSwift explicitly markets to a wide set of construction trades and estimating groups, including:
That trade mix is a strong clue about the product’s ideal use case: it is for estimators and contractors who need a flexible takeoff engine that can be adapted to many specialties.
Pros
- Published pricing is unusually transparent for construction estimating software.
- AI-assisted takeoff features help reduce repetitive manual work.
- Assemblies and plugin packs make the product easy to adapt to different trades.
- ConstructConnect backing gives it a long-lived support and product footprint.
- It is a good fit when you want a focused estimating tool rather than a broad PM suite.
Cons
- It is Windows-only, so Mac teams need a workaround or another product.
- It is not a full construction project management platform.
- Plugin packs can add cost if a team needs many niche workflows.
- Teams wanting owner collaboration, scheduling, or deeper project controls will usually outgrow it quickly.
FAQ
What is PlanSwift best for?
PlanSwift is best for on-screen construction takeoff and estimating. It works especially well for general contractors and specialty trades that want fast quantity takeoffs, assemblies, and trade-specific starter packs.
How much does PlanSwift cost?
The current pricing page lists PlanSwift Professional at $2,000 per year. The annual subscription includes software updates, support, and 2 hours of training.
What operating system does PlanSwift support?
The system requirements page says PlanSwift is designed and tested for Windows, with recommended Windows 11 Pro or Enterprise 64-bit. It also notes that the current version is compatible with both 32-bit and 64-bit Windows operating systems.
Does PlanSwift integrate with Microsoft Office?
Yes. The system requirements page says the Excel functions require a local installation of Microsoft Excel, and Outlook is used for exporting or sending projects to other users.
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Pros
- Published pricing is unusually transparent for construction estimating software
- Fast on-screen takeoff workflow with AI-assisted measurement helpers
- Strong trade customization through assemblies and plugin packs
- Backed by ConstructConnect, with a long-running product and support footprint
- Good fit for estimators who want a focused tool instead of a full PM suite
Cons
- Windows-only, so Mac teams need workarounds or a different product
- Not a full construction project management platform
- Plugin ecosystem can add cost if you need many trade-specific packs
- Best value is concentrated in estimating workflows; it is less compelling for owners wanting collaboration depth
Integrations
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Pricing and feature data current as of July 7, 2026. Verify with vendor.