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Estimating Link vs. SharpeSoft Estimator

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Estimating Link

SharpeSoft Estimator

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    Overview
    ProductRatingMost Used ByProduct SummaryStarting Price

    Estimating Link

    		N/AN/AHeavy/Civil Estimating Software designed for unit price and lump sum bidding, used to calculate job costs using resources like labor and equipment. Users can add markup, OH, profit, bonds, and indirect costs to finalize a bid, and build professional proposals for customers.

    $1,995

    per year per user

    SharpeSoft Estimator

    Score5.1 out of 10
    		N/ASharpeSoftEstimator is a construction and estimation software offering from SharpeSoft.N/A
    Pricing
    Estimating LinkSharpeSoft Estimator
    Editions & Modules
    No answers on this topic
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    Offerings
    Pricing Offerings
    Estimating LinkSharpeSoft Estimator
    Free Trial
    YesNo
    Free/Freemium Version
    NoNo
    Premium Consulting/Integration Services
    NoNo
    Entry-level Setup FeeRequiredNo setup fee
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    Features
    Estimating LinkSharpeSoft Estimator
    Reporting & Analytics
    Comparison of Reporting & Analytics features of Estimating Link and SharpeSoft Estimator
    Feature
    Estimating Link
    -
    Ratings
    SharpeSoft Estimator
    7.5
    1 Ratings
    2% below category average
    Standard reports00 Ratings7.01 Ratings
    Data exportability00 Ratings8.01 Ratings
    Construction Project & Field Management
    Comparison of Construction Project & Field Management features of Estimating Link and SharpeSoft Estimator
    Feature
    Estimating Link
    -
    Ratings
    SharpeSoft Estimator
    1.0
    1 Ratings
    154% below category average
    Photo documentation00 Ratings1.01 Ratings
    Estimating
    Comparison of Estimating features of Estimating Link and SharpeSoft Estimator
    Feature
    Estimating Link
    -
    Ratings
    SharpeSoft Estimator
    8.8
    1 Ratings
    15% above category average
    Job costing00 Ratings7.01 Ratings
    Cost databases00 Ratings9.01 Ratings
    Cost calculator00 Ratings10.01 Ratings
    Bid creation00 Ratings9.01 Ratings
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    User Ratings
    Estimating LinkSharpeSoft Estimator
    Likelihood to Recommend
    -
    (0 ratings)
    10.0
    (1 ratings)
    User Testimonials
    Estimating LinkSharpeSoft Estimator
    Likelihood to Recommend
    The Construction Link, Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    SharpeSoft
    SharpeSoft [is] designed to be a day-to-day hard-bid estimating program. It is easy to learn and use, yet very powerful. I would not recommend this product to hourly service providers.
    Mark Scoccolo
    Owner
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    Pros
    The Construction Link, Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    SharpeSoft
    • Handles complex bid formats and bid submittal structures such as using bid alternates and non-tax bid schedules.
    • This software is one of the easiest programs to learn and effectively use.
    • This software is reasonably priced, but very powerful.
    • Project support is timely, intimate, local and professional.
    Mark Scoccolo
    Owner
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    Cons
    The Construction Link, Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    SharpeSoft
    • They need to put a search bar in the item master list so you can easily find work items.
    • They could make the alternate package easier to use.
    • The should find a way to allow the user to define at least one cost type in the program.
    Mark Scoccolo
    Owner
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    Alternatives Considered
    The Construction Link, Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    SharpeSoft
    I think SharpeSoft is the best estimating product on the market for our type of work. It is reasonably priced and is very reliable. We have had very few problems with the software and the upgrades and support staff and reliable.
    Mark Scoccolo
    Owner
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    Return on Investment
    The Construction Link, Inc.
    No answers on this topic
    SharpeSoft
    • Using SharpeSoft has grown our business by allowing us to accurately bid more projects.
    • The ease of use allows estimators of all ages to quickly become skilled at consistently bidding work
    Mark Scoccolo
    Owner
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    ScreenShots

    Estimating Link Screenshots

    Screenshot of The bid sheet is where you start and end your bid. Lists your Items with Unit and Total Costs for each Item, Markup, and Item Spread. See your total Bid Price, along with alternates highlighted in color.Screenshot of The Item sheet is where you build each item with labor, equipment, rental, material, and subcontractor resources. Add your production in days or hours to determine overall item cost. Visible resource breakdown by unit and total is listed to the side.Screenshot of The Rate Library is used to add resources to your items. By simply toggling between your resources within your Rate Library, simply double click a resource to add it to your item. Rate Libraries are customized to your business.Screenshot of Develop a professional proposal for your customer. Be as detailed as you want with customizable letterheads. More then 7 Proposal Templates to choose from - detailed itemization or lump sum. Include Totals, Project Inclusions/Exclusions, and a Signature Line.