On-Screen Takeoff (OST)
The construction industry's most trusted solution for takeoff.
Overview
On-Screen Takeoff (OST) by ConstructConnect is a widely adopted software that helps estimators perform takeoffs on-screen, streamlining the process and increasing accuracy over manual methods. It allows for easy calculation of quantities and can be integrated with its sister product, Quick Bid, to create full cost estimates. It is known for its speed and robust set of takeoff tools.
✨ Key Features
- Fast Digital Takeoff (Counts, Lengths, Areas)
- Style and Template Creation
- Overlay and Compare Drawings
- Multi-Condition Takeoff
- Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) integration
- Auto-Count Symbols
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Speed and efficiency of takeoff process
- Seamless integration with Quick Bid for estimating
- Advanced features like Multi-Condition Takeoff and Auto-Count
Unique Value: On-Screen Takeoff provides a fast, accurate, and reliable desktop solution that streamlines the quantity takeoff process, allowing estimators to bid more work in less time.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Drywall and framing takeoffs
- Concrete and rebar quantification
- General contractor bidding
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users requiring a cloud-native, collaborative platform
- Mac users
- Teams needing an all-in-one takeoff and estimating solution out of the box
🏆 Alternatives
It is often considered faster for pure takeoff than PlanSwift. Compared to cloud solutions like STACK, it offers superior offline performance but lacks collaborative features. It is more of a pure takeoff tool than the multi-purpose Bluebeam Revu.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (NA tier)
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: NA
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