Autodesk Forma Takeoff
7.7#1 in takeoff softwareFrom $108 a monthAndroidiOSWebAPI
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OpenConstructionERP
8.1#3 in construction estimating softwareFrom €1,200 a yearFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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| Fact | Autodesk Forma Takeoff | OpenConstructionERP |
|---|---|---|
| Documentation | The help site includes basics, getting-started material, workflow instructions, file management and detailed viewer-tool references. | The documentation covers installation, BOQ editing, cost databases, CAD/BIM takeoff, AI estimation, scheduling, finance, procurement, quality, safety, BIM, reporting, modules and API configuration. |
| Integrations | GetApp identifies Revit, AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel as frequently cited integrations, rated 4.7, 4.5 and 4.3 out of 5 respectively for integration. | Listed connections include Excel, SAP, DATEV, Xero, Revit, AutoCAD, MicroStation, SharePoint, Google Drive, Dropbox, Nextcloud, Power BI, Tableau, Metabase, MS Project, n8n, Zapier and Make. |
| Rating on G2 | 4.4 out of 5 from 5,463 reviews | 4.5 out of 5 from 2 reviews |
| Security controls | Autodesk describes secure coding and vulnerability scanning plus encryption in transit and at rest, identity controls and firewalling. | The security policy lists JWT authentication, bcrypt passwords, CORS controls, rate limiting, RBAC, signed builds and SQLAlchemy/Pydantic protections. |
| Self-hosting | Forma Takeoff is delivered as Autodesk-hosted cloud software, and the official requirements page provides no self-hosted deployment option. | The software runs on a laptop, office machine or rented server, with PostgreSQL and Docker or a packaged desktop build. |
Autodesk Forma Takeoff plans
- Per User — AnnualPriced on request
- Per User — MonthlyPriced on request
- Unlimited UsersPriced on request
- Forma Takeoff$108 a month
OpenConstructionERP plans
- Self-hostedFree
- CWICR cost database€750, paid once
- Priority SLA€1,200 a year
- DDC cad2data converters€1,800 a year
- cad2data converters€1,800 a year
- Commercial licence€2,500, paid once
Pick Autodesk Forma Takeoff if…
It suits construction teams needing 2D or 3D digital takeoffs and centralized documents. The Unlimited Users option fits organizations seeking company-wide collaboration and standardization.
Pick OpenConstructionERP if…
It suits construction teams, general contractors, specialist subcontractors and quantity surveying teams managing estimates and projects. It may also fit organizations that need self-hosted data control or CAD/BIM quantity extraction.