BidNet Direct vs PlanHub
Both are on the Bid Management Software list. Here is what each maker publishes, side by side.
 BidNet Direct |  PlanHub | |
|---|---|---|
| Place on the list | #10 6.3 | #4 7.5 |
| Maker | BidNet Direct | — |
| Starts at | $25 a month | $1,999 a year |
| Free | Free plan | Free plan |
| Runs on | Web | Android, API, iPhone/iPad, Web |
| Open source | No | No |
| Plans | Basic: $0 Regional: $200 a month National: $330 a month Federal Bids add-on: $25 a month | Essentials (General Contractors): $0 Premier (Subcontractors): $1,999 a year Enterprise (General Contractors): on request Enterprise (Subcontractors): on request |
| Verdict | BidNet Direct brings vendor opportunity discovery and agency solicitation tools into one platform. Vendors can start with free access, while buyers can add specialized modules as needed. | PlanHub combines project discovery with bid, takeoff, and estimation tools for several construction audiences. Its free General Contractor Essentials plan covers basic posting and bid functions, while estimation costs extra. |
| Visit BidNet Direct | Visit PlanHub |