FOUNDATION vs BuildBook Comparison

89% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

FOUNDATION

Construction Management Software

4.2 129 user ratings

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83% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more

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Construction Management Software

4.5 40 user ratings

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Overview

Description	FOUNDATION is a powerful job costing construction accounting software that’s easy to use and provides the accounting and management tools you need to run a successful construction business. Design and customize countless construction accounting reports and financial statements. Take financial statements from multiple construction companies and combine them into one set of reports. Manage equipment assets by recording item values, manufacturer details, and warranties, as well as calculating and recording depreciation. Read more	Buildbook is a simple, comprehensive construction management software developed to help you run better projects, provide better client service, and boost your profits. It makes managing projects and growing your company easy, so you can concentrate on providing excellent customer service. Buildbook empowers contractors to communicate more effectively within their teams, provide excellent client service, and earn more business. You can attract better customers, manage projects better, provide client satisfaction, make more money, and enjoy your work with Buildbook. It includes all of the tools you'll need to simplify your tasks and boost your bottom line, all with simple, advanced features that won't bog you down. To attract better leads, win larger contracts, and increase your bottom line, you can showcase your work and streamline your sales process with Buildbook. Users can manage their tasks, increase productivity, and provide a fantastic customer experience all from a single, user-friendly platform. It assists custom home builders in attracting exceptional customers and converting them into long-term high-quality recommendations. Additionally, Remodelers can use Buildbook to handle numerous projects and teams. Read more
Pricing Options	Free Trial Not Available FOUNDATION Offers Custom plan.	Free Trial Available Starts at $79.0. Offers Free-forever plan.
SW Score & Breakdown	89% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more 98% Reviews 79% Momentum 62% Popularity 87%	83% SW Score The SW Score ranks the products within a particular category on a variety of parameters, to provide a definite ranking system. Read more Features The Feature Score % is calculated using the weighted average method, where core features hold more weight in the final calculation. Read more 87% Reviews 70% Momentum 62% Popularity 83%
SaaSworthy Awards	# 5 Most Popular	# 18 Most Popular # 4 Fastest Growing

Features

Total Features	14 Features	9 Features
Common Features for All	Accounting Integration Helps in recording financial transactions and disseminating financial data Budget Tracking (Job Costing) Helps in keeping track of the budget and calculating the costs involved CRM Handles your contact database, follows up with potential customers and keeps them engaged Change Orders Helps in monitoring & managing the significant changes made to the current/original construction project Commercial Projects Helps supporting commercial construction project requirements Contract Management Helps in automating, streamlining and enhancing every vital aspect of a contract Contractors Helps in ensuring close monitoring of the contractors and documents related to them Equipment Tracking Helps to access the status and keep a track of all the equipment used in the construction processes. Estimating Helps in keeping an estimation of the expense and time involved Incident Reporting Helps in recording details of any unusual event that might occur at a project or job Mobile Access Allows accessing the software and product/service related information from a mobile device Offline Access Allows users to access files and documents in offline mode RFI & Submittals Supports RFI and Submittals to eliminate the need for expensive corrective measures, by availing reliable information in the early construction phase. Residential Helps to support residential construction project requirements Subcontractor Management Helps to manage the affairs concerning the sub-contractors employed in the construction project. + 11 More - Show Less	Accounting Integration Helps in recording financial transactions and disseminating financial data Budget Tracking (Job Costing) Helps in keeping track of the budget and calculating the costs involved CRM Handles your contact database, follows up with potential customers and keeps them engaged Change Orders Helps in monitoring & managing the significant changes made to the current/original construction project Commercial Projects Helps supporting commercial construction project requirements Contract Management Helps in automating, streamlining and enhancing every vital aspect of a contract Contractors Helps in ensuring close monitoring of the contractors and documents related to them Equipment Tracking Helps to access the status and keep a track of all the equipment used in the construction processes. Estimating Helps in keeping an estimation of the expense and time involved Incident Reporting Helps in recording details of any unusual event that might occur at a project or job Mobile Access Allows accessing the software and product/service related information from a mobile device Offline Access Allows users to access files and documents in offline mode RFI & Submittals Supports RFI and Submittals to eliminate the need for expensive corrective measures, by availing reliable information in the early construction phase. Residential Helps to support residential construction project requirements Subcontractor Management Helps to manage the affairs concerning the sub-contractors employed in the construction project. + 6 More - Show Less

Technical Details

Organization Types Supported	Individuals Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business	Individuals Large Enterprises Medium Business Small Business
Platforms Supported	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows	SaaS/Web/Cloud Mobile - Android Mobile - iOS Installed - Windows
Modes of Support	Business Hours Online	Business Hours Online

Reviews & Ratings

User Rating	4.2/5 129 user ratings	4.5/5 40 user ratings
Rating Distribution	Excellent 58.9% Very Good 20.9% Average 10.1% Poor 3.1% Terrible 7%	Excellent 67.5% Very Good 20% Average 10% Poor 2.5% Terrible 0%
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Pricing

Pricing Options	Free Trial Not Available FOUNDATION Offers Custom plan.	Free Trial Available Starts at $79.0. Offers Free-forever plan.
Pricing Plans Monthly Plans Annual Plans	FOUNDATION Custom	Free Free Solo $79.00 $99.00 per month Team $149.00 $179.00 per month Business $249.00 $299.00 per month
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