Best Free Construction Estimator Apps

249+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated October 2026

SimplyWise is the household name in free construction estimator, but it's far from the only option. We track 249+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Free Construction Estimator Apps (October 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1SimplyWise: Cost EstimatorSimplyWise: Cost EstimatorFree4.8★ (41K)YesYesNov 2026
2AI Construction Cost EstimatorAI Construction Cost EstimatorFree4.3★ (16)NoYesOct 2026
3Cost Estimator - Construction+Cost Estimator - Construction+Free4.6★ (353)YesYesOct 2026
4Handoff Construction EstimatorHandoff Construction EstimatorFree4.8★ (1.9K)NoYesOct 2026
5Construction Material EstimateConstruction Material EstimateFree—NoYesOct 2026
6Joist: Estimate Invoice MakerJoist: Estimate Invoice MakerFree4.7★ (14K)NoYesNov 2026
7Hover: Measure Design EstimateHover: Measure Design EstimateFree4.4★ (3.1K)YesNoNov 2026
8Construction Cost EstimatorConstruction Cost Estimator$19.994.8★ (520)NoYesOct 2026

Top Picks for Free Construction Estimator

SimplyWise: Cost Estimator#1

SimplyWise: Cost Estimator by SimplyWise, Inc.

Construction Estimate Maker
Editor's Choice
💼 Business
4.8😊(41K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
#12in 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
  • 👍 Simplest estimator app for contractors
  • 🚀 Surprisingly accurate
  • 👍 Helpful for DIY projects

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
  • 🐛 Estimates in process will delete and app will restart if you switch screens
  • 🐛 Apple keyboard issues
AI Construction Cost Estimator#2

AI Construction Cost Estimator by Umesh Mangukiya

AI Contractor Cost Estimator
Strong Contender
📊 Productivity
4.3(16 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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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.

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FAQ about Free Construction Estimator

What are the best free construction estimator apps for iPhone?
SimplyWise: Cost Estimator tops our free construction estimator apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.8-star average from 41K App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
SimplyWise: Cost Estimator shows ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.
We track 249+ free construction estimator apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.