Project Estimator vs ProProfs Project

Likelihood to Recommend

If you are considering purchasing this (very expensive) software, there is a 100% chance you are doing so because you have been awarded a Government contract that dictates you use 4Clicks Project Estimator. There are plenty of easier to use estimating packages out in the world, but you can't use any of them if you have a contract that requires 4Clicks.

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Tim Corbett

General Manager

Infinite Energy Construction, incConstruction, 51-200 employees

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This is a great project management tool for teams who work across multiple locations. I could even see this as being a great tool for small or large businesses that operate within one property. It is nice to keep everyone one the same page with one tracking software. At this time I cannot think of any scenarios it would not be appropriate for, it is very versatile

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Joanna McKenzie

Membership Director

Nakoma ResortHospitality, 11-50 employees

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Feature Rating Comparison

Project Estimator

ProProfs Project

Takeoff tools

Job costing

Cost databases

Cost calculator

Bid creation

Project Estimator

ProProfs Project

Task Management

Resource Management

Gantt Charts

Scheduling

Workflow Automation

Team Collaboration

Document Management

Email integration

Mobile Access

Timesheet Tracking

Budget and Expense Management

Project Estimator

ProProfs Project

Invoicing

Project & financial reporting

Pros

The estimates it produces are simple and easy to follow. The formatting is good.
The tech support provided is very attentive.

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Tim Corbett

General Manager

Infinite Energy Construction, incConstruction, 51-200 employees

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I needed a project management software that had client access, ability to comment, percent-complete tracking, and email integration.
The mobile app is a big part of what has improved in the last year and why I have decided to stick with it ultimately. Many others I've decided do not have apps on the marketplace, which is a big hindrance, in my opinion.
Invoicing and tracking expenses is a huge plus.
White Labeling - I can customize the system with my own logo

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Carlton Smith

Owner

Flagstone Search Marketing, LLCInternet, 1-10 employees

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Cons

The software feels 20 years old. It has not kept up with modern times, and practically functions like an old DOS program.
Clunky interface, arcane commands.
Even their training info focuses on hotkeys like this is 1995. Even though I am of an age to remember computers in 1995, the younger generations of managers/estimators are not. It is time to bring the software into the new century!

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Tim Corbett

General Manager

Infinite Energy Construction, incConstruction, 51-200 employees

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For what we use it for, we do not have any suggestions for improvement, it has always been a great tool and we have experienced no issues with it.

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Joanna McKenzie

Membership Director

Nakoma ResortHospitality, 11-50 employees

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Support Rating

No score

No answers yet

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ProProfs Project 10.0

Based on 1 answer

I personally have not had to contact ProProfs Project Customer Support. I know that our media / marketing manager has used this tool for a while and is very comfortable with it. He has never expressed any issues or frustrations that I know of. The product is simple and easy to use and does not seem to require much support.

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Joanna McKenzie

Membership Director

Nakoma ResortHospitality, 11-50 employees

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Alternatives Considered

WinEst uses much the same database (RS Means/Gordion type) and has a similar interface. It is a bit cheaper.

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Tim Corbett

General Manager

Infinite Energy Construction, incConstruction, 51-200 employees

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I think Project Bubble is way more streamlined than the others mentioned, as well as way more cost-effective! It is simple enough for my clients to access and keep track of their status, without having to explain or train them in the process. For value of money, customer support, and ease of use, I give it my highest recommendation.

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Carlton Smith

Owner

Flagstone Search Marketing, LLCInternet, 1-10 employees

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Return on Investment

As stated before, if you are buying this software, it is because you have a contract forcing you to. While it does work, it is clunky, awkward, and very expensive.
The price of the software and databases has always been high, but with the fairly recent acquisition of 4Clicks by Gordion (who also bought RS Means for their databases), there is literally no competition. Prices will continue to be very high, with no check on how high they can go.
Again, can't fault 4Clicks tech support, as I think it is the best in the industry. They know their product and they respond to issues immediately. Considering what we spend a year for this product, however, you would expect nothing less.

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Tim Corbett

General Manager

Infinite Energy Construction, incConstruction, 51-200 employees

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Client communication
Contractor accountability
Time tracking and resource management

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Carlton Smith

Owner

Flagstone Search Marketing, LLCInternet, 1-10 employees

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Pricing Details

General

Free Trial

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Free/Freemium Version

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Premium Consulting/Integration Services

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Entry-level set up fee?

No

Project Estimator Editions & Modules

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Additional Pricing Details

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General

Free Trial

Yes

Free/Freemium Version

Yes

Premium Consulting/Integration Services

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Entry-level set up fee?

No

ProProfs Project Editions & Modules

Edition

Forever Free	$0.00¹
Solopreneur	$19.00 per month²
Team	$49.00 per month³
Unlimited	$199.00 per month⁴

3 Projects
10 Projects
50 Projects
Unlimited Projects

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Rating Summary

Project Estimator

ProProfs Project

Project Estimator

ProProfs Project