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    Autodesk Build

    Score8.6 out of 10
    N/AAutodesk Build, based on the former PlanGrid, is construction productivity software. It includes tools to collaborate, collect, and manage project information throughout the project’s construction and operations lifespan. It enables document centralization and tracking.

    $39

    user per month

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    Autodesk Build
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Autodesk Build
    Free Trial
    Yes
    Free/Freemium Version
    No
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    Yes
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup fee
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    Autodesk Build
    Considered Both Products
    Autodesk
    Chose Autodesk Build
    I have only used Autodesk Build at work. Compared to Procore which I have recently been introduced to, Autodesk Build has a more modern look and accessibility features. I can not give an in-depth review between the two products as I do not spend a lot of time using Procore.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    Procore and PlanGrid are the most direct competitors. The pricing structures are very dynamically different between PlanGrid and Procore. Procore tends to succeed better in the "project management" realm, while PlanGrid succeeds far beyond Procore in its ability to deal with …
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    We currently use both Bluebeam and Adobe in our environment, but PlanGrid makes it much easier to view and do quick markups and annotations.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    PlanGrid is very similar to Procore but offers a slightly more straightforward user interface and seems not to be loaded with extra options that rarely would get used like Procore. PlanGrid is a much smoother software than Submittal Exchange or CMiC due to that same interface. …
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    Compared on pricing, PlanGrid was best. Procore does submittals and pay apps, but GoBridgit was completely unrealistic in price for us to consider them. The overall use of PlanGrid along with current pricing makes it worthwhile for us. If pricing goes up, it would no longer be …
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    • Asana is better at assigning tasks and completing work on a deadline.
    • Bluebeam Revu is used by other consultants, but PlanGrid is preferred by our office.
    • Acrobat is quick and dirty but is difficult to track changes and versions.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    While other companies offer systems similar to PlanGrid, none offer the same features or benefits.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
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    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    BlueBeam is a program that some of our customers use as their management tool. It is a little more cumbersome than Plan Grid. We would certainly prefer using PlanGrid over other products that we have tried. Our field staff prefers to have a consistent platform to share the …
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    Plangrid would sit in between these two when it comes to mobile job site collaboration and document management. Procore is more a full-featured product but it is 2X-3X the cost and there is some question whether the extra costs actual turns in to an ROI at the end of the day. …
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    PlanGrid allows easier collaboration.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    PlanGrid is an easier system to use then Procore; however, Procore offers more of a full management software than PlanGrid does with plan distribution.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    Procore is a web-based service and is very slow. While PlanGrid updates and is not web based it is much quicker. PlanGrid is also much easier to use.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    PlanGrid provides the perfect balance of simplicity and accuracy. As I've noted, Procore is more robust but the learning curve is steep, and, for my company, the majority of features would go unused (and thus would be a waste of money). PlanGrid offers a few solid features and …
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    The programs are not exactly parallel, however, we formerly posted RFIs on Bluebeam and by owner request we are now using Plangrid. I have found that this feature on Plangrid is slightly more intuitive and the interface is more user-friendly. Bluebeam, on the other hand, has …
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    PlanGrid is great for quickly communicating information within the field, however, its office capabilities are more limited compared to some alternative software I have used.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    I feel that PlanGrid is much more useful in our organization than Procore due to the extra features and value
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    They have similar platforms and uses. At this time we use both because General Contractors require we use some of these programs to work on their projects, and we don't have a choice which one we use. It's tough because we then have multiple platforms to learn, manage and use …
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    We selected to use PlanGrid over the traditional Word/Excel combination for its ease of use, and streamlining of the process.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    It's easier to use, more user-friendly, has ready access, and is more cost effective.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    I feel that Plangrid does a good job at combining most of the best attributes of the above programs into one solid software. Finishline seems to be a bit stronger punchlist tool but it doesnt have any other features, can't be used a doc control, etc.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    PlanGrid has several more features in one location, as opposed to using multiple programs to accomplish the same task.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    Bluebeam is easier to use for plan markups, but the punch list function of PlanGrid is far better.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    I've never used anything like PlanGrid.
    Incentivized
    Chose Autodesk Build
    Have both but like PlanGrid much better.
    Incentivized
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    Would buy again
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    Delivers good value for the price
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    Happy with the feature set
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    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
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    Implementation went as expected
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    Features
    Autodesk Build
    Construction Project & Field Management
    Comparison of Construction Project & Field Management features of Autodesk Build
    Feature
    Autodesk Build
    6.5
    58 Ratings
    16% below category average
    Plan distribution & viewing7.057 Ratings
    Plan markups & sharing6.057 Ratings
    Issue tracking & punchlists5.052 Ratings
    Photo documentation9.049 Ratings
    Jobsite reports9.037 Ratings
    Document sharing8.056 Ratings
    RFI tools5.039 Ratings
    Collaboration & approvals8.043 Ratings
    As-built drawings5.043 Ratings
    Mobile app3.055 Ratings
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    Autodesk Build
    Small Businesses
    CMiC Construction Platform
    Score7.5 out of 10
    Medium-sized Companies
    Bluebeam
    Score8.9 out of 10
    Enterprises
    Revit
    Score8.9 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Autodesk Build
    Likelihood to Recommend
    7.0
    (70 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Usability
    5.0
    (2 ratings)
    Support Rating
    9.0
    (52 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Autodesk Build
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Autodesk
    PlanGrid performs really well in all aspects of construction from the general to the sub/trade. The platform distributes and communicates project documentation in an extremely user-friendly manner. As with most software, it is cheaper the larger the scale of the project. In situations where the project is relatively small, and the trade contracts are also of relatively low dollar value, the product can be cost-prohibitive.
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    Pros
    Autodesk
    • Plangrid is the best SaaS I have seen for ease of uploading construction plans and automated organization of those plans.
    • For companies that are not using other products for mobile access, the Plangrid mobile apps are perfect to allow people on and off site to share and collaborate in many phases of construction project documentation.
    • Plangrid has a very responsive technical support team (although it is pretty much email only).
    • Plangrid's website layout is easy to use and understand and allows new users to jump right in and do basic to moderate tasks without little training.
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    Cons
    Autodesk
    • The photo attachment process is a bit complicated. In ProCore (another similar software I've used), you can upload photos directly into RFIs for your reference, or into e-mails. For PlanGrid, you have to first upload the photo into the documents tab, then link them into the RFI. It's not intuitive and can add confusion to the documents tab.
    • Photos can't be directly uploaded. Between different devices and colleagues, it's possible you'll get an important photo outside of the PlanGrid photo capture feature within its app. Again, it's complicated for users to use.
    • In their new drawings viewer, the icons for actions do not have icons available. I had to use them all in order to understand what they meant, and I'm fairly tech savvy. I'm not sure if a new person to PlanGrid will pick up on each icon's abilities very easily.
    • There's no all-in-one solution in CM, but PlanGrid is fairly barebones, and I don't believe it has any ability to connect to other software. There's no ability to take meeting munites; you can hack the field reports feature to accomplish this, but it's clear that was not the intent of the designers.
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    Likelihood to Renew
    Autodesk
    We are at the point where we have shown our teams what is possible with this software. We cannot take it away and go back to the way we used to do things. I think that they would push back on us to give them access to something electronic. It is a good program that we will continue to use
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    Usability
    Autodesk
    Hard to get the hang of this software, but with time it become very repetitive and easier to navigate. I have used this software for over a year now and the constant updates by Autodesk have made the software better and better to use at work. This allows me to use this tool more effectively
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    Support Rating
    Autodesk
    Online chat during business hours is extremely helpful. The Plangrid staff has gone above and beyond many times to help us. One time they even offered to completely rebuild our 900+ sheet project so I could slip sheet a few old drawing revisions! This undoubtedly would have taken hours on Plangrid's end. They are always responsive and are continually improving, listening to user feedback.
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    Alternatives Considered
    Autodesk
    Plangrid, while not serving the external document distribution function, is unrivaled for internal document distribution and sharing in the construction industry. The speed at which documents are navigatable, the ability to download your projects for viewing without an internet connection, and the document mark-up and photo tools place it head and shoulders above the competition.
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    Return on Investment
    Autodesk
    • It helped us "wow" a joint commission survey in 2016 and have a successful survey because he loved how we could access plans on an iPad, check suite sizes, and didn't have to carry around huge, heavy sets of life safety plans.
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    ScreenShots

    Autodesk Build Screenshots

    Screenshot of No confusing folders - all your plans at your fingertips.Screenshot of Easy overlay to visually detect changes or clashes.Screenshot of Track issues directly on the plan, including descriptions, photos, cost, and schedule impacts.Screenshot of Mark up plans for instant communication between field and office.Screenshot of Attach any kind of construction documents to your plans, including 360 photos.Screenshot of Track, review, and submit all your field reports on a mobile device.