Comparison

re:Quoted vs Buildertrend

Both tools help construction businesses create estimates. The difference is how much they try to do and how quickly you get value. re:Quoted focuses on fast, accurate quotes. Buildertrend runs full construction management.

Fast estimating Minimal setup Full construction management
Snapshot comparison

Quick read before the deep dive

Use this high-level view to compare setup time, quoting speed, and overall complexity.

Area re:Quoted Buildertrend
Main purpose Fast estimating and quoting Full construction management
Best fit Trade businesses and small teams Builders, remodelers, growing firms
Time to first quote About 3 minutes Usually a few days
Setup required None Some setup required
Mobile use Mobile-first Mobile and desktop
Estimating style AI-assisted, location-aware Structured, takeoff-based
Ease of use Very simple More complex
Feature-by-feature

How each product works day to day

This comparison focuses on estimating speed, onboarding time, and the overall day-to-day workflow.

Estimating and quoting

re:Quoted
  • Quotes created in minutes
  • Materials suggested automatically
  • Labor, materials, and local pricing included
  • Built for speed and repeat use
Buildertrend
  • Detailed estimates and proposals
  • Supports takeoffs and itemized pricing
  • E-signature approval included
  • More steps before sending a quote
Difference: re:Quoted is optimized for fast, accurate quotes. Buildertrend prioritizes full project detail at the cost of speed.

Setup and onboarding

re:Quoted
  • No onboarding required
  • No training needed
  • Start using it right away
Buildertrend
  • Setup usually takes a few days
  • Optional guided onboarding
  • Requires initial configuration

Mobile and desktop use

re:Quoted
  • Designed for phone use
  • Works well in the field
Buildertrend
  • Web app plus mobile apps
  • Desktop often used for setup and management

Project and customer tracking

re:Quoted
  • Simple project tracking
  • Calendar and follow-ups
  • Customers can have multiple addresses
Buildertrend
  • Full project management
  • Client portal and approvals
  • Handles more complex workflows

Invoicing and integrations

re:Quoted
  • Invoices and payments included
  • QuickBooks integration
  • Supports multiple users
Buildertrend
  • Invoicing and job costing tools
  • Financial tracking across projects
  • Tied closely to project management features
Difference in approach

Two products, two priorities

Buildertrend is built for coverage

It handles estimating, project management, client communication, and financial tools in one platform.

re:Quoted is built for speed and ease

The focus is fast, accurate quotes with minimal setup and less mental overhead.

Pros and cons

Strengths and trade-offs

re:Quoted

Pros

  • Very fast quoting
  • No setup or training
  • Simple interface
  • Works well on a phone
  • Pricing adjusts to location

Cons

  • Not a full project management system
  • Fewer advanced controls for large builds

Buildertrend

Pros

  • Wide range of features
  • Strong project and client tools
  • Suitable for growing companies
  • Well-established product

Cons

  • Takes time to learn
  • Requires setup before full use
  • Can feel heavy for quick estimates
How to decide

Choose based on how you work

Choose re:Quoted if

  • You want to send quotes quickly
  • You work mostly from your phone
  • You do not want training or setup
  • Estimating speed matters more than detailed reporting

Choose Buildertrend if

  • You want one system for most of your business
  • You manage larger or more complex projects
  • You are okay with setup and a learning curve
  • You need deep project and financial tracking
Try re:Quoted free See how re:Quoted works

Both tools do what they are built for. The right choice depends on whether you value getting a quote out fast or managing everything in one system.