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    Autodesk Forma Build

    Score9.6 out of 10
    N/AAutodesk Forma Build, previously known as Autodesk Build and originally based on PlanGrid, is a Construction Management and Job Site Management application within the Autodesk Forma suite. It provides contractors, owners, and subcontractors with a unified platform for project collaboration and information management across the construction and operations lifecycle.

    $100

    per month

    Pricing
    Autodesk Forma Build
    Editions & Modules
    Forma Build Essentials
    $100
    per month for a single user
    Forma Build
    $175
    per month per user
    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Autodesk Forma Build
    Free Trial
    Yes
    Free/Freemium Version
    No
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    Yes
    Entry-level Setup FeeNo setup fee
    Additional Details$800 / year for 1 user when billed annually.
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    Community Pulse
    Autodesk Forma 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
    Key User Insights
    Would buy again
    80%
    Would buy again
    4 Answers
    Delivers good value for the price
    No answers on this topic
    Happy with the feature set
    80%
    Happy with the feature set
    4 Answers
    Lived up to sales and marketing promises
    No answers on this topic
    Implementation went as expected
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    Features
    Autodesk Forma Build
    Reporting & Analytics
    Comparison of Reporting & Analytics features of Autodesk Forma Build
    Feature
    Autodesk Forma Build
    8.5
    1 Ratings
    9% above category average
    Dashboards7.01 Ratings
    Standard reports9.01 Ratings
    Custom reports9.01 Ratings
    Data exportability9.01 Ratings
    Construction Project & Field Management
    Comparison of Construction Project & Field Management features of Autodesk Forma Build
    Feature
    Autodesk Forma Build
    8.0
    60 Ratings
    4% above category average
    Plan distribution & viewing8.059 Ratings
    Plan markups & sharing7.059 Ratings
    Issue tracking & punchlists9.454 Ratings
    Photo documentation7.051 Ratings
    Jobsite reports6.539 Ratings
    Document sharing9.058 Ratings
    RFI tools9.441 Ratings
    Collaboration & approvals9.545 Ratings
    As-built drawings5.545 Ratings
    Mobile app7.057 Ratings
    Submittal design and management8.52 Ratings
    Checklists8.02 Ratings
    Meeting Minutes10.02 Ratings
    Specifications6.52 Ratings
    Change orders8.52 Ratings
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    Autodesk Forma Build
    Small Businesses
    Autodesk Forma Design Collaborate
    Score8.3 out of 10
    Medium-sized Companies
    Bluebeam
    Score8.8 out of 10
    Enterprises
    Revit
    Score8.9 out of 10
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    User Ratings
    Autodesk Forma Build
    Likelihood to Recommend
    9.9
    (73 ratings)
    Likelihood to Renew
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    Usability
    9.8
    (5 ratings)
    Support Rating
    9.0
    (52 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Autodesk Forma Build
    Likelihood to Recommend
    Autodesk
    Well Suited: Autodesk Construction Cloud is cost effective, user friendly, and robust. They aren't nickel and diming you for use of each module. Once users are on-board with the system it creates an ecosystem that all users "go to first" for an answer. Less Appropriate: As a Developer, there are some hiccups as it is designed more for the GC (general contractor). A template option that is Developer forward would an improvement.
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    Pros
    Autodesk
    • The user interface is extremely easy to use for both the advanced and not-so-advanced computer users. This is huge in an industry that has a high diversity of computer skills among end-users of technology.
    • Rendering speed of documents is extremely quick on every device/platform.
    • The application can be used on every platform from Windows/iOS/Andriod (mobile or desktop) as well as the web, without diluting platform features.
    • The ability to import 3D models and maintain accompanying metadata is extremely beneficial.
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    Cons
    Autodesk
    • Plangrid is in the process of adding enhanced construction documentation such as better Submittal, RFI, and Field Reporting modules, but the ones in place right now will not be up to par for some people used to more full-featured applications such as Sage or Procore.
    • Like other SaaS Construction applications, Plangrid is very expensive. Too expensive in my opinion. They should find ways to offer more tiers of cost so smaller companies can use the application is a limited manner and not have to pay the same cost as the larger companies which may get more use out of advanced features.
    • On the same theme of cost, many of Plangrids collaboration features require all collaborators to have a license. Try telling all 30 subs on your project that they have to run out and pay an extra $50-$100/MO per employee to collaborate with you. Does not always go over well.
    • Plangrids Field Report, Submittal and RFI modules are still a bit of a work in progress.
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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
    Because it is very user friendly and it also adapts the software to the device... For example , iPads are more Superintendent friendly and the desktop version is more useful for PM and Project Engineers. I also like that theres versions of the software that are on our desktop or ipad, so when we have a network failure we are still able to do the majority of our work
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    Support Rating
    Autodesk
    I haven't used PlanGrid support much, because I'm getting used to it. But the few times I have, they seem very good. A rep has reached out to me for help, scheduling a demo, etc. Once I get my team on board to buy the software we will use the video and web demos more often and I'd imagine they could be quite useful.
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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 Forma 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.