Comparison

Autodesk Forma vs Punchly

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Autodesk Forma

This app provides construction professionals with essential tools for jobsite management. Capture punch lists, log daily reports, and access the latest project documents and 3D models directly from the field. Stay connected to your team and keep projects moving forward efficiently.

Highlights
  • Capture punch list items
  • Log daily reports and forms
  • View and markup drawings
  • Review 3D models
  • Track issues and quality concerns
  • Access project schedules
  • Manage RFIs and submittals
Features
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Capture punch list items, markup drawings, log daily reports, view the latest sheets, and review 3D models from the jobsite with the Forma mobile construction app. The Forma mobile app puts the tools and project information you rely on in your hands. Stay connected to your crews on site, manage projects, and keep work moving. Make critical decisions faster with the Forma mobile construction app: • Forma Build Essentials for efficient, focused field execution • Forma Build for connecting field execution and project management Forma Build Essentials: Built for lean crews and growing jobs. Projects are quick to set up, easy to access, and designed for everyday work on site. • Capture punch list items and issues from the field • Complete daily reports, logs, and forms • View current construction sheets, drawings, files, and models • Open project files and documentation Latest sheets, files, and models View and mark up sheets directly from the jobsite. Access project files and review 3D models to understand design intent and context. Confirm the latest versions before work begins. • View and mark up drawings • Open project files, sheets, and construction documents • Review 3D models Punch list and issue tracking Capture punch list items and issues as you walk the jobsite. Track quality concerns. Log safety observations, near misses, and good catches. Assign responsibility and track work from open to closed. • Log issues with photos, locations, and references • Assign owners and due dates • Track progress from open to closed Daily reports, checklists, and forms Capture daily activity and site conditions, complete quality or safety inspections, and attach photos, signatures, and supporting files. • Complete daily reports and logs • Record site conditions and project information • Attach photos and signatures Fast mobile workflows Open a project and jump straight into work. • Access sheets, issues, forms, photos, and models quickly • Use shortcuts for common field actions • Keep project information accessible as connectivity changes Forma Build: With Forma Build, bring the office and field together to keep projects aligned and on track with connected project management workflows. • Includes core field capabilities • Review project schedules and work plans • Manage RFIs and track responses • Access approved submittals • Capture meeting notes and manage correspondence • Track project assets • Manage document and package reviews Connected across Forma: The Forma mobile app connects you to your Forma project information, construction documents, files, and 3D models across Forma Build Essentials, Forma Build, PlanGrid, Forma Design Collaboration, and Forma Data Management, while providing access to files created in Autodesk tools like Revit, Navisworks, and AutoCAD. See what our customers have to say: "The ability to access 3D models from the field eliminates confusion and allows us to come to a real-time resolution for any issues onsite. This capability reduces risk and provides cost and time savings while ensuring we deliver high-quality projects to our clients." Briana Mitchell, Project Manager, Boldt Company "We have about 460 field employees and for them to access documents in real-time directly on their iPhone or their iPad is priceless." Ken Mabe, Director of Field Operations, Eckardt Group

About

Punchly

Streamline construction project management with a digital punch list solution. Create detailed items, assign tasks, track progress, and collaborate with your team using photos, annotations, and real-time updates. Improve efficiency and reduce delays.

Highlights
  • Create detailed punch list items with photos
  • Assign tasks and track progress
  • Team collaboration and real-time notifications
  • Photo annotation and markup tools
  • Mark punch locations on PDF plans
  • Analytics and reporting dashboard
  • Smart notifications for updates and deadlines
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PROFESSIONAL CONSTRUCTION PUNCH LIST MANAGEMENT Transform your construction project workflow with Punchly - the complete punch list management solution designed for contractors, project managers, and construction teams. KEY FEATURES: PUNCH LIST MANAGEMENT • Create detailed punch list items with photos and descriptions • Assign tasks to specific team members with due dates • Track progress from creation to completion • Priority-based organization (Critical, High, Medium, Low) • Status tracking (Open, In Progress, Pending, Resolved, Verified) TEAM COLLABORATION • Invite team members and assign roles • Real-time notifications for assignments and updates • Comment system for detailed communication • Team member profiles with contact information • Project-based team organization VISUAL DOCUMENTATION • Attach multiple photos to each punch item • Photo annotation and markup tools • Before/after photo comparisons • Visual progress tracking PDF PLAN INTEGRATION • Mark punch locations directly on PDF construction plans • Professional annotation tools for plan markup • Visual punch mapping for precise location tracking • Plan-based team coordination ANALYTICS & REPORTING • Real-time project dashboard with visual charts • Punch distribution by discipline, status, and priority • Team performance metrics and activity tracking • Critical metrics monitoring (overdue, pending, resolved) • Progress visualization and completion rates SMART NOTIFICATIONS • Instant alerts for punch assignments • Status change notifications • Deadline reminders and overdue alerts • Team activity updates • Project invitation notifications PERFECT FOR: • General Contractors • Project Managers • Site Supervisors • Construction Teams • Quality Control Inspectors • Subcontractors WHY CHOOSE PUNCHLY: • Eliminate paper-based punch lists • Reduce project delays and miscommunication • Improve team coordination and accountability • Professional documentation and reporting • Streamlined workflow from issue identification to resolution • Real-time project visibility for all stakeholders INDUSTRIES: Commercial Construction, Residential Building, Infrastructure Projects, Renovation & Remodeling, Industrial Construction Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://aulker.github.io/punchly-privacy Support URL: https://punchlyapp.github.io/suppport/

Screenshots

Autodesk Forma4 screens
Punchly4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Punchly at 100% against Autodesk Forma's 41%. Punchly also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.7). Autodesk Forma's advantage is ratings volume (22K vs 3) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 2 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Autodesk Forma sells 7 one-off in-app purchases and Punchly sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Punchly holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Autodesk Forma has 22K ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 41% of Autodesk Forma's written reviews are positive against 100% of Punchly's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Autodesk Forma ships an update every 9 days, Punchly every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 26, 2026 and October 1, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Autodesk Forma versus Punchly: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterAutodesk FormaPunchly
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.7 (22K ratings)5.0 (3 ratings) — better
Positive reviews40.7% of reviews100.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings22K — better3
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size621 MB86 MB
Age rating+44+
DeveloperAutodesk Inc.Ayhan Ulker

Customer experience

Autodesk Forma

All ratings21,601 ratings
Positive93.2%
Neutral2.8%
Negative4.0%
Written reviews216 reviews
Positive40.7%
Neutral7.9%
Negative51.4%

Punchly

All ratings3 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Autodesk Forma

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Inability to rotate photos
  • Issues with loading and viewing documents
  • Problems with task report formatting
  • Inconsistencies between mobile and desktop apps

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add a to-do list feature
  • Improve report editing and customization
  • Allow selective project/document downloads
  • Enhance photo management and organization

Punchly

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

7 purchases

Autodesk Forma

One-time7
  • Nailgun$49.99
  • Autodesk Build 550$55.00
  • Dozer$69.99
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  • Autodesk Build 5000$85.00
  • Forma Build Essentials$99.99
  • Crane$139.99
  • Autodesk Build Unlimited$174.99
6 purchases

Punchly

Subscriptions6
  • Pro Builder Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Premium Construction Monthly$7.991 Month
  • Enterprise Builder Monthly$19.991 Month
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  • Pro Builder Annual$39.991 Year
  • Premium Annual Plan$79.991 Year
  • Enterprise Annual$159.991 Year

Questions

Is Autodesk Forma free?
Autodesk Forma is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Punchly free?
Punchly is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Autodesk Forma or Punchly?
Punchly is rated higher. Autodesk Forma averages 4.7 out of 5 from 22K ratings, while Punchly averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.
Do Autodesk Forma or Punchly have ads?
Neither Autodesk Forma nor Punchly shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Autodesk Forma or Punchly?
Autodesk Forma ships an update every 9 days, and Punchly every 2 months. Most recently, Autodesk Forma was updated on October 26, 2026 and Punchly on October 1, 2026.

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