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Best Construction Estimating Apps

229+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.5 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated July 2026

Whether you're new to construction estimating or looking for an upgrade, our curated collection of 229+ iOS apps has something for everyone. Each app is reviewed and rated by real users, helping you make an informed decision.

Compare top Construction Estimating Apps (July 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1SimplyWise: Cost EstimatorSimplyWise: Cost EstimatorFree4.8★ (30K)YesYesAug 2026
2Handoff Construction EstimatorHandoff Construction EstimatorFree4.8★ (1.7K)NoYesAug 2026
3ContractorToolsContractorToolsFree4.8★ (1.8K)NoYesAug 2026
4Material Estimator CalculatorMaterial Estimator CalculatorFree4.8★ (2.9K)NoYesAug 2026
5Construction Estimator AppConstruction Estimator AppFree5.0★ (1)YesYesMay 2026
6XactimateXactimateFree4.6★ (8.2K)NoNoAug 2026
7Contractor EstimatorContractor EstimatorFree5.0★ (1)NoYesJul 2026
8Hover: Measure Design EstimateHover: Measure Design EstimateFree4.4★ (3K)YesNoAug 2026

Top Picks for Construction Estimating

SimplyWise: Cost Estimator#1

SimplyWise: Cost Estimator by SimplyWise, Inc.

Construction Estimate Maker
Editor's Choice
💼 Business
4.8😊(30K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#10in Business
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This app uses AI to transform job site photos into detailed construction estimates, including material and labor costs. It generates professional bids, suggests upsells, and helps manage projects from start to finish, all from your mobile device.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and accurate
  • 👍 Simple to use, efficient and super helpful
  • 👍 Easy to use
  • 🚀 Accurate and comprehensive estimates

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 Completely off for quoting paint projects
  • 🐛 Unable to type in amounts once the estimate is generated
  • 🐛 Hitting the back button takes you to the beginning when creating an estimate
Handoff Construction Estimator#2

Handoff Construction Estimator by 1Build, Inc.

AI Contractor Estimate Maker
Strong Contender
💼 Business
4.8😊(1.7K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
#90in Business
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This AI-powered application helps contractors and handymen create accurate construction estimates quickly. It streamlines project management, lead tracking, and proposal generation, allowing professionals to focus on growing their business and improving client satisfaction.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Fast and accurate estimates
  • 👍 Easy to use and customize
  • 💡 Helpful AI assistant
  • 🚀 Quick response and professionalism

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive subscription costs
  • 🐛 Buggy and unreliable performance
  • 🔒 Lack of integration with existing tools
ContractorTools#3

ContractorTools by Contractor Tools

Estimates, Invoices, Payments
Worth Considering
💼 Business
4.8😊(1.8K ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Streamline your contracting business with tools for creating estimates, invoices, and managing payments. Sync data seamlessly with QuickBooks Online and collaborate with your team across multiple devices. Focus on your work while this app handles the paperwork.

What We Love

  • 🚀 Great solution for estimating
  • 👍 Easy to learn and operate
  • 🚀 Convenient and professional
  • 👍 Seamless access across devices

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Expensive for small contractors
  • 🐛 Glitches and bugs
  • 🔒 Limited payment processor options

More Construction Estimating apps to explore

4
Material Estimator Calculator
Material Estimator Calculator
Material Estimator Calculator
Estimate Construction Projects
Free

This app helps contractors and DIYers accurately estimate material costs and quantities for construction projects. It features dimensional measurement tools, unit conversions, and a material database to optimize budgeting and ordering.

Precise cost and percentage calculationsIntegrated material size databaseAdvanced dimensional measurement tools
🔧 Utilities
(2.9K)
free with in-app purchases
5
Construction Estimator App
Construction Estimator App
Construction Estimator App
Estimates Done Easily
Free

This app helps contractors and estimators quickly create on-site project estimates. It quantifies material, labor, and other costs, performs all calculations, and generates PDF reports for clients. Users can customize forms and sync data across devices.

Create on-site project estimatesQuantify material, labor, and other costsAutomatic cost calculations
💼 Business
(1)
free with in-app purchases
6
Xactimate
Xactimate
Xactimate
by Xactware Solutions, Inc.
Free

Create comprehensive property damage estimates directly on your mobile device. This app integrates seamlessly with online and desktop versions, allowing professionals to build estimates from start to finish in the field.

Build estimates on iOS deviceSeamless cross-platform integrationField estimating
💼 Business
(8.2K)
free
7
Contractor Estimator
Contractor Estimator
Contractor Estimator
Construction Estimate& Invoice
Free

Streamline your business by creating professional estimates and invoices directly from the job site. Manage project costs, materials, labor, and equipment to generate polished PDF documents for your clients. Designed for on-the-go construction professionals.

Create professional estimatesGenerate invoices from estimatesManage materials, labor, and equipment costs
💼 Business
(1)
freemium
8
Hover: Measure Design Estimate
Hover: Measure Design Estimate
Hover: Measure Design Estimate
Construction, Insurance & more
Free

This app provides construction professionals with tools for accurate measurements, detailed takeoffs, and professional estimates. It helps contractors visualize projects in 3D, generate material lists, and create client-ready proposals, streamlining the entire project lifecycle from initial contact to signed contract.

Precise measurements from scans or blueprintsAccurate construction estimates and takeoffsInteractive 3D project design
🔧 Utilities
(3K)
ad-supported
9
Construction Cost Estimator
Construction Cost Estimator
Construction Cost Estimator
by Wasatch Digital Media, Inc.
$19.99
$49.99 | 60% OFF

Quickly generate on-site construction and repair estimates. Break down costs by material, labor, and more. Save custom items or purchase detailed costbooks for thousands of construction items. Email professional PDF estimates to clients.

On-site estimate creationCustomizable PDF reportsCompany branding on estimates
💼 Business
(510)
free with in-app purchases
10
Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate
Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate
Contractor+ Invoice & Estimate
CRM, Phone, Pay, Field Service
Free

Streamline your contracting business with tools for creating professional estimates, sending invoices, and managing projects. Offer client financing, track team time and mileage, and collect payments easily. Showcase completed work and gather client reviews to grow your business.

Itemized estimates with photosBranded invoices and payment collectionClient financing options
💼 Business
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Project Construction Estimator
Project Construction Estimator
Project Construction Estimator
Material & Price Calculator
Free

This app helps users estimate material quantities and costs for various construction and renovation projects. It provides detailed instructions and calculations for internal, construction, and outdoor works, catering to both beginners and experienced professionals. Save money and plan your projects efficiently with this comprehensive tool.

Internal works calculationsConstruction works calculationsOutdoor works calculations
📊 Productivity
(254)
free with in-app purchases
12
Construction Master Pro Calc
Construction Master Pro Calc
Construction Master Pro Calc
Feet Inch Fraction Calculator
Free

This app is a powerful construction calculator designed for professionals working with dimensions. It offers a wide range of solutions for dimensional math, right angle calculations, area and volume, and special functions, helping to improve speed and accuracy in layouts, bids, and estimates.

Dimensional math and conversionsRight angle and rafter calculationsArea and volume solutions
🔧 Utilities
(39K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Joist: Estimate Invoice Maker
Joist: Estimate Invoice Maker
Joist: Estimate Invoice Maker
Trusted by 1.3M+ Contractors
Free

Streamline your contracting business with this app. Create professional estimates and invoices quickly, accept payments, and manage client information all from your mobile device. Save time and win more jobs with organized project management.

Create professional estimates and invoicesAccept credit card and PayPal paymentsManage client information
💼 Business
(14K)
freemium
14
Cost Estimator - Construction+
Cost Estimator - Construction+
Cost Estimator - Construction+
Photo to Estimate in Seconds
Free

Transform job site photos into professional construction estimates quickly using AI. This tool generates detailed cost breakdowns with local pricing and labor rates, streamlining the bidding process for tradespeople.

AI-powered photo to estimateDetailed cost breakdownsLocal material and labor pricing
💼 Business
(345)
free with in-app purchases
15
Construction Estimator
Construction Estimator
Construction Estimator
by MICOM Software
$1.99

Easily estimate project materials and costs for contractors and homeowners. Input measurements for various project areas, and the app calculates material quantities and expenses, saving totals for later review. Includes a cost file feature to input local pricing.

Estimate project materials and costsInput measurements for calculationsSave and recall project totals
📊 Productivity
(1)
paid
16
Estimr: Construction Estimator
Estimr: Construction Estimator
Estimr: Construction Estimator
AI Construction Estimate Maker
Free

Quickly generate professional construction estimates from job site photos. This tool helps contractors and remodelers create branded PDF proposals with material and labor costs, saving time on paperwork and improving bid competitiveness.

AI estimates from photosBranded PDF proposalsOn-site pricing and markups
💼 Business
(2)
freemium
17
AI Construction Cost Estimator
AI Construction Cost Estimator
AI Construction Cost Estimator
AI Contractor Cost Estimator
Free

Instantly generate detailed construction cost estimates using AI. Describe your project, upload plans, or answer a few questions to receive a breakdown of labor and material costs. Save, review, and share your professional-grade estimates from your phone.

AI-driven project cost estimatesDetailed labor and material breakdownUpload photos and blueprints for accuracy
📊 Productivity
(12)
free with in-app purchases
18
House Construction Cost
House Construction Cost
House Construction Cost
Estimate Compare Generate PDF
Free
📊 Productivity
(0)
19
Construction Calculator A2Z
Construction Calculator A2Z
Construction Calculator A2Z
by Anshuman Behura
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)
20
Construction Material Estimate
Construction Material Estimate
Construction Material Estimate
Construction Cost Calculator
Free
🔧 Utilities
(0)

FAQ about Construction Estimating

What are the best construction estimating apps for iPhone?
SimplyWise: Cost Estimator tops our construction estimating apps ranking as of July 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 30K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top construction estimating apps we rank are free to download, including SimplyWise: Cost Estimator and Handoff Construction Estimator.
SimplyWise: Cost Estimator shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of July 2026.
We track 229+ construction estimating apps on the iOS App Store as of July 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
SimplyWise is a mobile application designed to help construction professionals create detailed cost estimates for projects. It uses AI to analyze job site photos, breaking down costs into materials and labor, and generates professional bids that can be sent directly from the app.
Key features include AI-powered estimates from photos, before & after visualization for clients, 3D room scanning for accurate measurements, professional bid creation with branding, smart upsell suggestions, built-in markups, invoicing, and work order management.