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An intuitive workflow that estimators pick up fast, so switching doesn't mean weeks of retraining.
TAKEOFF SOFTWARE FOR CONSTRUCTION TEAMS
An Online Takeoff Alternative to PlanSwift®
Switching takeoff software after years on PlanSwift can feel like a big move. zzTakeoff makes it simple, with import tools that bring your projects and templates along and a workflow your estimators will pick up fast.
- Cloud-based takeoffs
- Real-time team collaboration
- PlanSwift import available
Why contractors choose zzTakeoff
Cloud-Based
Takeoff plans from any browser on PC, Mac, or mobile. No installs, no update headaches, and no being tied to one Windows machine.
Real-Time Collaboration
Your whole team works in the same project at once, with changes visible as they happen, no passing files back and forth.
Ready for a better takeoff workflow?
If your team is comparing takeoff tools or looking for a PlanSwift replacement, zzTakeoff gives you a cloud-based platform with powerful takeoff tools, annotations, reports, templates, assemblies, and collaboration built in.
- Online takeoff tools for areas, lengths, and counts
- Built-in annotation tools
- Customizable templates and assemblies
- Real-time multi-user collaboration
- AI-assisted page naming
- AI-assisted scaling
- AI Auto Count
- PDF search
- Excel export
- PDF export
- PlanSwift import
Bring key PlanSwift data with you
zzTakeoff includes import tools to help teams move supported PlanSwift jobs and templates into an online takeoff workflow.
Current import capabilities
- Basic project information
- Takeoff items and measurements
- Page/drawing associations
- Standard item properties
- Template takeoff item structure
- Takeoff item categories and organization
Important migration notes
- Formula-based calculations may need to be recreated manually
- Complex custom properties may require manual recreation
- Advanced markup styles may need adjustment
- Parts and assemblies may need to be rebuilt depending on the template
Import capabilities continue to improve. Teams should review imported data after migration and contact support with questions.
Feature differences at a glance
Compare core workflow, collaboration, automation, and export features for teams moving from desktop takeoff software to a cloud-based workflow.
| Feature | PlanSwift | zzTakeoff |
|---|---|---|
| Core functionality | ||
| Digital takeoffs | ||
| Custom assemblies | ||
| Product and pricing lists | ||
| Performance and reliability | ||
| Browser-based, no installation | ||
| Automatic updates | ||
| Cross-platform compatibility (PC, Mac, mobile) | Windows only | |
| Automatic backup | Manual | |
| Collaboration and sharing | ||
| Real-time multi-user editing | ||
| Live change tracking | ||
| User presence indicators | ||
| Instant project sharing | Limited | |
| AI and automations | ||
| AI project setup (AI Page Naming, AI Auto Scale) | Extra charge* | |
| Auto-count | Extra charge* | |
| AI takeoff | Extra charge, limited functionality* | Planned |
| AI prompts (ask AI about plan details, search text, extract schedules) | ||
| Integration and export | ||
| Excel export | ||
| PDF export | ||
| JSON export | ||
* PlanSwift AI features listed above are available through the Takeoff Boost add-on at an additional cost.
Simple pricing. Start with a free trial.
zzTakeoff is free for 14 days, no credit card required. Then choose the plan that fits your team.
Questions from PlanSwift users
Is zzTakeoff affiliated with PlanSwift?
No. zzTakeoff is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by PlanSwift. zzTakeoff's founder, Heber Allred, created PlanSwift and sold it in 2013. zzTakeoff is a separate product, built from scratch on decades of experience in construction estimating software. PlanSwift is a trademark of ConstructConnect, Inc.
Can I import PlanSwift projects into zzTakeoff?
Yes. zzTakeoff provides PlanSwift import functionality for supported project and template data, including takeoff items, measurements, page associations, and standard item properties. Some formulas, complex properties, markup styles, parts, or assemblies may need to be recreated manually.
Is zzTakeoff cloud-based?
Yes. zzTakeoff is online takeoff software, so teams can access projects from anywhere and collaborate in real time.
Does zzTakeoff support templates and assemblies?
Yes. zzTakeoff supports customizable templates and assemblies so teams can standardize takeoffs across users.
Does zzTakeoff charge extra for AI features?
No. AI features such as AI-assisted page naming and scaling, AI Auto Count, and AI prompts are included with zzTakeoff at no additional cost.
Can I try zzTakeoff before buying?
Yes. The best way to evaluate zzTakeoff is with a real project, and the 14-day free trial requires no credit card.
Should I book a demo before switching?
If your team has existing PlanSwift projects, templates, or migration questions, is recommended so the team can review your workflow and help you understand what will transfer.
zzTakeoff is an independent software platform and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by PlanSwift® or ConstructConnect. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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