Buildertrend vs JobNimbus
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026). Last verified July 13, 2026.
The short answer
Buildertrend ranks higher on Top 11 (#1 vs #2) for Contractors, home builders, and AEC firms tracking leads, bids, and client relationships from first call to signed contract. Best for builders: CRM and build management in one.
At a glance
| Buildertrend | JobNimbus | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #1 / The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026) | #2 / The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 9.1 | 8.7 |
| Best for | CRM plus full build management for builders | Trade contractor CRM plus job tracking |
| Pricing | $$$ (Starts ~$199/mo intro, scales to $499+/mo) | $$ (Contract pricing, roughly $200+/mo by team) |
| HQ | Omaha, USA | Lehi, USA |
| Founded | 2006 | 2013 |
Buildertrend
Best for builders: CRM and build management in one.
buildertrend.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026)
JobNimbus
Best for roofers and trades: mobile-first CRM and jobs.
www.jobnimbus.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026)
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