Comparison
re:Quoted vs Clear Estimates
re:Quoted is built for trade businesses that need fast, on-site quotes. Clear Estimates is built for remodelers who rely on structured line-item estimating.
Fast quoting
Mobile-first
Structured estimates
Snapshot comparison
Quick read before the deep dive
Compare target customers, setup time, and estimating style in one view.
| Category | re:Quoted | Clear Estimates |
|---|---|---|
| Target customer size | Trade businesses, solo operators to small teams | Small residential remodelers and handymen |
| Primary use | Fast quotes and follow-up | Detailed estimates and proposals |
| Setup time | None | Light setup, optional walkthrough |
| Mobile vs desktop | Mobile-first | Web-based, desktop preferred |
| Pricing method | Labor + materials + location-based pricing | Line-item cost database |
| Learning curve | Low | Moderate |
Feature-by-feature
How each product works day to day
This comparison focuses on speed, setup, and how estimates are created.
Estimating and quoting
re:Quoted
- Quotes are created quickly, often in a few minutes
- Materials are suggested automatically
- Labor, materials, and location pricing in one flow
- Built for quoting on site or between jobs
Clear Estimates
- Estimates built from a large line-item cost database
- Templates for residential remodeling
- More detail and document-heavy proposals
- More steps per estimate
Difference: re:Quoted optimizes for speed. Clear Estimates optimizes for structured, database-driven estimating.
Setup and onboarding
re:Quoted
- No setup required
- No templates or databases to configure
- Ready to use immediately
Clear Estimates
- Self-serve signup
- Optional one-on-one walkthrough
- Setup often includes adjusting templates and cost items
Mobile vs desktop use
re:Quoted
- Designed primarily for phones
- Works well in the field
- Optimized for short, frequent sessions
Clear Estimates
- Runs in a web browser
- Works on tablets, but desktop is recommended
- Better suited for longer office sessions
Customer and job tracking
re:Quoted
- Simple customer records
- Multiple addresses per customer
- Project tracking, calendar, and follow-ups
Clear Estimates
- Customer and estimate records
- Focused on estimating and proposals
- Limited job-flow and scheduling tools
Invoicing and payments
re:Quoted
- Invoicing and payments built in
- QuickBooks integration included
- Move from quote to payment without extra tools
Clear Estimates
- Invoice creation supported
- QuickBooks Online and Desktop integration
- Often paired with other workflow tools
Difference in approach
Two tools with different priorities
re:Quoted stays focused on speed
Built to help trade businesses send quotes quickly with minimal setup.
Clear Estimates centers on structure
Designed for remodelers who want detailed proposals backed by a cost database.
Pros and cons
Strengths and trade-offs
re:Quoted
Pros
- Very fast to create quotes
- Works well on mobile
- No setup or training needed
- Built-in follow-ups, invoicing, and payments
Cons
- Fewer tools for highly detailed proposals
- No plan takeoff or blueprint features
Clear Estimates
Pros
- Large, structured cost database
- Strong estimate and proposal documents
- Well suited for residential remodeling
- QuickBooks integration
Cons
- More setup required
- Better suited to desktop use
- Slower for quick, on-site quoting
- Learning curve increases with customization
How to choose
Pick the tool that matches how you work
Choose re:Quoted if
- You want to send quotes quickly, often from your phone
- You prefer minimal setup and simple workflows
- Speed and follow-up matter more than detailed documents
Choose Clear Estimates if
- You rely on detailed cost databases
- You focus on residential remodeling or handyman work
- You are comfortable spending time setting up templates
- Most estimating is done at a desk
Both tools are useful, but they serve different workflows. Choose based on speed versus structured estimating.