STACK Reviews & Ratings

4.5/5

“Fast Digital Takeoffs That Replaced My Manual Process”

I used to do manual takeoffs with scale rulers and spreadsheets. STACK completely changed that. Once I learned the tools, my estimating speed improved dramatically.

Pros : STACK offers quick cloud-based digital takeoffs, drag-and-drop measurements, and real-time cost updates.

Cons : It took me some time to fully understand all the measurement tools.

Switched from : PlanSwift

Reason to switch : I switched because PlanSwift was desktop-based and slower, while STACK gave me cloud access from anywhere.

4.5/5

“Reporting Helps With Bid Analysis”

I use STACK’s reports to quickly review material totals and compare bids before submitting proposals. It helps me make faster decisions.

Pros : STACK provides cost breakdowns, material summaries, and bid analysis reports.

Cons : Custom report formatting is limited without exporting to Excel.

Switched from : Sage Estimating

Reason to switch : I switched because Sage was too complex and expensive for my company size.

4.5/5

“Great for General Contractors Managing Many Trades”

As a general contractor, I like that I can handle every trade inside one platform instead of using multiple specialty tools.

Pros : Supports multi-trade takeoffs including concrete, electrical, HVAC, and finishes.

Cons : The interface can feel cluttered on very large projects.

Switched from : eTakeoff

Reason to switch : I switched because eTakeoff was slower on large multi-trade projects.

4.5/5

“Cloud Access Made Remote Estimating Possible”

I can now work on estimates from the site, home, or office without carrying a heavy laptop. That flexibility alone made STACK worth it for me.

Pros : STACK is fully cloud-based and works from any device with internet access.

Cons : It relies heavily on a stable internet connection.

Switched from : Bluebeam Revu

Reason to switch : I switched because Bluebeam required powerful local hardware and manual file sharing.

4.5/5

“Mobile Access Is Useful on Job Sites”

I often review takeoffs at the job site using my tablet. It helps me verify quantities instantly instead of waiting to get back to my office.

Pros : Takeoffs and drawings can be accessed on tablets and mobile devices.

Cons : Mobile interface is not as smooth as desktop.

Switched from : Takeoff

Reason to switch : I switched because I needed real-time field access without carrying a laptop.

4.3/5

“Material Databases Save a Lot of Time”

Once I built my assemblies, I could reuse them across multiple projects. My estimates became more consistent and faster to produce.

Pros : Built-in material libraries and custom assemblies make estimating faster and more consistent.

Cons : Setting up custom assemblies initially takes effort.

Switched from : Excel Spreadsheets

Reason to switch : I switched because spreadsheets caused frequent errors and couldn’t scale with project complexity.

4.3/5

“Integrates Well With Estimating and Project Tools”

I link STACK with my estimating and accounting tools, which eliminates duplicate data entry and speeds up job costing.

Pros : STACK integrates with estimating systems, accounting software, and project management tools.

Cons : Some integrations require higher subscription tiers.

Switched from : ProEst

Reason to switch : I switched because ProEst required heavier configuration and higher upfront costs.

4.2/5

“Strong Tool for Growing Construction Businesses”

As my business expanded, STACK scaled with me. I can manage more projects, more estimators, and more data without breaking my workflow.

Pros : Scales well for growing contractors with unlimited projects, shared libraries, and team collaboration.

Cons : Pricing can feel high for very small companies.

Switched from : Free Takeoff Tools

Reason to switch : I switched because free tools lacked accuracy, support, and professional reporting required for serious bidding.

4.2/5

“Collaboration Between Team Members Is Much Easier”

Our estimating team works together inside STACK now. Everyone sees updates instantly, and we no longer email files back and forth.

Pros : Multiple users can work on the same project at the same time with shared data in real time.

Cons : User permissions can feel limited on lower plans.

Switched from : On-Screen Takeoff

Reason to switch : I switched because On-Screen Takeoff lacked true real-time collaboration.

4.2/5

“Quantity Takeoffs Are Very Accurate”

After moving to STACK, my quantity errors dropped noticeably. The calibration and snap tools ensure I’m measuring exactly what’s on the drawing.

Pros : Precise linear, area, and count measurements reduce takeoff errors significantly.

Cons : Learning to calibrate drawings properly takes practice.

Switched from : MeasureSquare

Reason to switch : I switched because MeasureSquare focused more on flooring, while STACK handled full construction scopes better.