Autodesk Takeoff vs Sage Estimating
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Construction Estimating Software Tools (2026). Last verified June 28, 2026.
The short answer
Autodesk Takeoff ranks higher on Top 11 (#3 vs #4) for Contractors and construction managers generating accurate project cost estimates and bids. The top choice for BIM-centric firms, pulling quantities directly from 3D Revit models.
At a glance
| Autodesk Takeoff | Sage Estimating | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #3 / The 11 Best Construction Estimating Software Tools (2026) | #4 / The 11 Best Construction Estimating Software Tools (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.8 | 8.7 |
| Best for | Integrated 2D/3D BIM takeoffs | Enterprise-grade estimating |
| Pricing | $$$$ (Part of Autodesk Build) | $$$$$ (Custom Quote) |
| HQ | San Rafael, USA | Newcastle upon Tyne, UK |
| Founded | 1982 | 1981 |
Autodesk Takeoff
The top choice for BIM-centric firms, pulling quantities directly from 3D Revit models.
www.autodesk.com/products/takeoff/overviewSee full entry in The 11 Best Construction Estimating Software Tools (2026)
Sage Estimating
Powerful database-driven estimating tightly integrated with Sage accounting for large enterprises.
www.sage.com/en-us/products/sage-estimating/See full entry in The 11 Best Construction Estimating Software Tools (2026)
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