Autodesk Fabrication ESTmep, CADmep, and CAMduct vs. Benchmark Estimating Software

Overview
ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price
Autodesk Fabrication
Score 9.0 out of 10
N/A
Autodesk Fabrication, based on the ESTmep+ construction and estimation software developed by Applied Software and acquired by Autodesk in 2018, allows users to Create MEP models, generate estimates, and drive fabrication. The Autodesk Fabrication line includes Fabrication ESTmep, as well as Fabrication CADmep, and Fabrication CAMduct.
$1,140
per year
Benchmark Estimating Software
Score 10.0 out of 10
N/A
Benchmark Estimating in Redfern offers an Estimating Software package that aims to streamline and simplify estimating processes, and improve the consistency and accuracy of pricing. It is used globally for project types including Asphalt, Civil Construction, Construction, Facilities Maintenance, Landscaping, Manufacturing, Mining, Road, Water & Sewer, by private enterprise, public authorities and small to medium businesses.N/A
Pricing
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Editions & Modules
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Offerings
Pricing Offerings
Autodesk FabricationBenchmark Estimating Software
Free Trial
YesNo
Free/Freemium Version
NoNo
Premium Consulting/Integration Services
NoYes
Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup feeOptional
Additional Details
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Community Pulse
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Features
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Reporting & Analytics
Comparison of Reporting & Analytics features of Product A and Product B
Autodesk Fabrication ESTmep, CADmep, and CAMduct
10.0
1 Ratings
25% above category average
Benchmark Estimating Software
-
Ratings
Standard reports10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Custom reports10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Data exportability10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Construction Project & Field Management
Comparison of Construction Project & Field Management features of Product A and Product B
Autodesk Fabrication ESTmep, CADmep, and CAMduct
8.8
1 Ratings
15% above category average
Benchmark Estimating Software
6.5
2 Ratings
15% below category average
Plan distribution & viewing8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Plan markups & sharing9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Issue tracking & punchlists8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Photo documentation9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Jobsite reports10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Document sharing7.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Collaboration & approvals8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
As-built drawings10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Submittal design and management8.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Checklists9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Specifications10.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Change orders9.01 Ratings00 Ratings
Mobile app00 Ratings6.52 Ratings
Estimating
Comparison of Estimating features of Product A and Product B
Autodesk Fabrication ESTmep, CADmep, and CAMduct
10.0
1 Ratings
21% above category average
Benchmark Estimating Software
8.6
2 Ratings
6% above category average
Takeoff tools10.01 Ratings7.01 Ratings
Job costing10.01 Ratings7.52 Ratings
Cost databases10.01 Ratings9.52 Ratings
Cost calculator10.01 Ratings9.52 Ratings
Bid creation00 Ratings9.52 Ratings
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User Ratings
Autodesk Fabrication ESTmep, CADmep, and CAMductBenchmark Estimating Software
Likelihood to Recommend
9.0
(1 ratings)
10.0
(2 ratings)
Likelihood to Renew
-
(0 ratings)
9.0
(1 ratings)
Support Rating
-
(0 ratings)
9.5
(2 ratings)
User Testimonials
Autodesk Fabrication ESTmep, CADmep, and CAMductBenchmark Estimating Software
Likelihood to Recommend
Autodesk
1. This software best suits in the fabrication projects, because it generates the most accurate data for the fabrication of the model as compared to other softwares. 2. Due to its high end output the working on this software is a bit hard then other softwares because there is manual command for every step. 3. This softwares suits best when we need to do the routing adjustments completely manual because it does not show any errors just like other softwares.
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Benchmark Global Pty Ltd
I have used it for bulk earthworks, for roadworks, stormwater drainage, sewer reticulation, water reticulation, and associated works. It's easy to use a process called subcontractor manager to get multiple sub-contractor prices into your estimate for quick comparison, then pick the one that you really want to use in the estimate. It also has a process called auto allocation which can almost fully automate your estimating process, bringing in Items from the library that match the items in your bid. Haven't found a scenario that it's less appropriate, it all comes down to how detailed you set up your initial item library and resource library.
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Pros
Autodesk
  • It uses the database for the modelling of HVAC, Plumbing and electrical services. Using the database makes the model most accurate to the real time implementation as compared to other contemporary softwares.
  • It treats every fabrication element separate. Hence modifying or updating the element does not hamper the other model elements.
  • AutoDesk fabrication is much more flexible to implement different manual routings which is not that much flexible in other softwares.
  • Maintaining the whole number lengths of ducts is very easy in this software. Where others struggle to do this easily.
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Benchmark Global Pty Ltd
  • Progress Claims
  • Standard quotes
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Cons
Autodesk
  • This software needs the central file system so that multiple people can work on a single file at the same time.
  • This software needs high end graphics which make it tuff to work in 3D space. If this problem can be solved then the efficiency of completing the job will improve drastically.
  • In this softwares we have to prepare separate sheet on every file because we have to use separate file for separate work. This hampers in maintaining the same standards of the submission interface of the sheets.
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Benchmark Global Pty Ltd
  • I haven't found anything yet. Benchmark is constantly evolving and adding new processes, I believe it keeps up to date with what it's users want.
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Support Rating
Autodesk
No answers on this topic
Benchmark Global Pty Ltd
The support guys were always helping and sorted out issues we had very quickly.
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Alternatives Considered
Autodesk
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Benchmark Global Pty Ltd
I have always found that Benchmark allows for a more rapid compilation of the estimate through the library system. It can also allow for easy duplication of an estimate for a second stage etc, using the original rates in the resources, or at a click of a button, reverting to updated resources from the library. I have found that other systems rely on a great number of spreadsheet type operations that can easily be changed in the estimate and can lead to errors if copied to another estimate.
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Return on Investment
Autodesk
  • We become able to provide more accurate data to our clients.
  • Working with this software has arouse the interest of the clients towards the fabrication through this platform
  • We have got more spool jobs since we have started doing the fabrication by this software
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Benchmark Global Pty Ltd
  • Benchmark has created standardisation in quotes and tenders.
  • Created standard progress claims.
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