Unanet CRM (by Cosential) vs Knowify
Side-by-side from the Top 11 ranking of The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026). Last verified July 13, 2026.
The short answer
Unanet CRM (by Cosential) ranks higher on Top 11 (#5 vs #7) for Contractors, home builders, and AEC firms tracking leads, bids, and client relationships from first call to signed contract. Best for AEC business development and proposals.
At a glance
| Unanet CRM (by Cosential) | Knowify | |
|---|---|---|
| Top 11 rank | #5 / The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026) | #7 / The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026) |
| Score (out of 9.4) | 8.1 | 7.7 |
| Best for | Business development CRM for AEC firms | Bid-to-job-costing for subcontractors |
| Pricing | $$$ (Custom, per-user annual) | $$ (Starts ~$149/mo) |
| HQ | Dulles, USA | New York, USA |
| Founded | 1998 | 2012 |
Unanet CRM (by Cosential)
Best for AEC business development and proposals.
unanet.com/crm-by-cosential/See full entry in The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026)
Knowify
Best bid-to-job-costing flow for subs.
www.knowify.com/See full entry in The 11 Best Construction CRM Software (2026)
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