OpenTakeoff vs TakeCost
| OpenTakeoff | TakeCost | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | Free | $49/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | api, Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Web, Windows | Android, iOS, macOS, Web, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Measurement types | 2d | 2d |
| Drawing formats | PDF, PNG, JPEG, ZIP | PDF, JPG, PNG |
| Export formats | CSV, Excel, JSON, PDF, DXF | Spreadsheet, PDF |
| Drawing OCR | Yes | — |
| Paid from | — | 49 /mo |
| Custom assemblies | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Construction Takeoff Software. On Bettesworth Construction, TakeCost scores higher on our published basis.