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# Takeoff Live

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> Takeoff Live offers a straightforward, digital takeoff software solution for the construction industry. Without the need for a digitizer or printed plans, users can estimate directly from digital images or PDFs. Designed for ease of use, it supports a variety of contractors in accurately calculating materials and costs.
> 
> Verdict: Rated **4.2/5** by 31 users. Top-rated for **Ease of Use**.

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## Quick Stats & Ratings

| Metric | Rating | Detail |
| **Overall** | **4.2/5** | 31 Reviews |
| Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Customer Support Software | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews |
| Value for Money |  | Based on overall reviews |
| Features |  | Based on overall reviews |
| Recommendation percentage | - | ( Likelihood to recommend) |

## About the vendor

- **Company**: Takeoff Live
- **Founded**: 2005

## Commercial Context

- **Starting Price**: US$399.00
- **Pricing model**: Per User (Free version available) (Free Trial)
- **Pricing Details**: Takeoff Live is also available at $799/license with additional features.
- **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500
- **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise)
- **Supported Languages**: English
- **Available Countries**: United States

## Features

- Assembly Takeoff
- Audit Trail
- Bid Management
- Contract/License Management
- Cost Database
- Cost Tracking
- Document Management Software
- Electronic Plans
- Estimating
- For AEC Industry
- Job Costing Software
- Project Estimating
- Proposal Generation
- Quotes/Estimates
- Reporting/Analytics
- Status Tracking
- Takeoff Software
- Time & Expense Tracking
- What-if Analysis

## Support Options

- Chat

## Category

- [Construction Estimating Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/27/construction-estimating/software)

## Related Categories

- [Construction Estimating Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/27/construction-estimating/software)
- [Takeoff Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/825/takeoff/software)
- [Subcontractor Software](https://www.getapp.ca/directory/3075/subcontractor/software)

## Alternatives

1. [Autodesk Forma](https://www.getapp.ca/software/104519/autodesk-construction-cloud) — 4.3/5 (2204 reviews)
2. [Procore](https://www.getapp.ca/software/9704/procore) — 4.5/5 (2656 reviews)
3. [Archdesk](https://www.getapp.ca/software/106921/archdesk) — 4.5/5 (51 reviews)
4. [STACK](https://www.getapp.ca/software/105963/stack) — 4.5/5 (1348 reviews)
5. [Methvin](https://www.getapp.ca/software/118755/methvin-estimating) — 4.6/5 (35 reviews)

## Reviews

### "Take off Live - Easy to Use" — 4.0/5

> **Daniel** | *May 11, 2012*
> 
> **Pros**: Ease of Use,Quick to learn, does not require long time consuming learning. Good back up support,
> 
> **Cons**: Does not interact with autoCAD
> 
> Overall Recommendation is very good, I use the programme daily for Estimating / Take Off on House building / construction

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### "Takeoff Live" — 5.0/5

> **John** | *February 7, 2010*
> 
> **Pros**: We bought this program last year and it has been, without a doubt, one of the best software investments we've ever made.  The support is fabulous and product is so easy to use\!
> 
> **Cons**: Can't think of any
> 
> I highly recommend Takeoff Live

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### "Slow to navigate" — 2.0/5

> **Jim** | *October 20, 2011*
> 
> **Pros**: Priced right and fairly easy to understand
> 
> **Cons**: Takes forever to navigate around a page - Should have bought the other program that runs faster. 
sucks . 

Fix it
> 
> Must run faster or I want my money back

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### "Takeoff live experience" — 4.0/5

> **Anton** | *May 24, 2011*
> 
> **Pros**: its very easy program to use without much knowledge with computers, its very good price compares to other programs
> 
> **Cons**: very good, easy to use, no coplicated icons
> 
> I  recommend it for the people whom have no computer knowldge

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### "Streamlines the process" — 4.0/5

> **Doug** | *May 24, 2011*
> 
> **Pros**: Takeoff Live reduces the time I spend doing takeoffs considerably. It's easy to use and bug free. The price is very good.
> 
> **Cons**: Nothing wrong, so far
> 
> Excellent and well priced.

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