Gradework is intended for contractors, engineers, project managers, and other construction professionals who need earthwork takeoff and field-operation tools.
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Best Earthwork Estimating Software 2026
Facts read 20 Sep 2026 – 15 Oct 2026
From plan inputs, earthwork estimating software can handle takeoff, cut-and-fill analysis, material costs and bid preparation.
The standings: top 10
| Name | Record score | Runs on | Facts read |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 AGTEK Gradework | 4.6 | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 15 Oct 2026 |
| 02 PlanSwift | 4.6 | Windows | 1 Oct 2026 |
| 03 HCSS | 4.3 | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 1 Oct 2026 |
| 04 Werx Takeoff | 4.3 | Web | 8 Oct 2026 |
| 05 Bluebeam Revu | 3.7 | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web, Windows | 20 Sep 2026 |
| 06 Kubla Cubed | 3.1 | Windows | 24 Sep 2026 |
| 07 B2W Software | 2.9 | Android, iPhone & iPad, Web | 23 Sep 2026 |
| 08 EarthWorks | 2.8 | Web, Windows, Mac, Linux | 24 Sep 2026 |
| 09 Carlson Takeoff | 2.3 | Windows | 24 Sep 2026 |
| 10 SiteWorx/OS | 2.2 | Windows | 22 Sep 2026 |
Use this list to compare free access, paid starting prices, supported platforms, plan formats, bid templates, material cost databases and included projects. The page has no published ranking basis.
02
PlanSwift
Windows Record4.6 Visit
03
HCSS
HCSS is aimed at infrastructure, heavy/highway, and utility contractors coordinating work from estimates through final reports.
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+2 Record4.3 Visit
04
Werx Takeoff
Web Record4.3 Visit
05
Bluebeam Revu
AndroidiPhone & iPadWeb+1 Record3.7 Visit
Before you choose
Compare free access and pricing
At least one listed product offers a free plan. Paid plans may show a starting price or require a pricing request.
Trial lengths include 30 days for Autodesk Takeoff and Carlson Takeoff and 7 days for EarthWorks.
Check platform support
Across the entries, supported environments include Windows, web, iOS, Android, API and macOS.
Match the software's platform support to the devices and systems used for estimating, review and integration.
Assess takeoff and cut-fill capabilities
Compare the takeoff method used to measure work from plans. Check how the software handles cut-fill analysis for earthwork quantities.
Examine cost and bid features
Material cost databases can support cost calculations. Bid templates can structure estimates for proposal work.
Check which of these functions are included before choosing a paid plan.
Review plan inputs and project allowances
Compare the plan input formats accepted by the software. Review the included-project terms when a plan limits project access.
These details affect how plans move into takeoff and how estimates are organized.
Questions
Does any earthwork estimating software offer a free plan?
Kubla Cubed lists a free plan. The remaining listings show paid plans, trial periods or pricing available by request.
Which tools list free trials?
Both Autodesk Takeoff and Carlson Takeoff list 30-day trials. EarthWorks offers 7 days. Kubla Cubed and PlanSwift each list 14 days.
Is a starting price published?
PlanSwift lists a starting rate of $1,500 per user annually. Pricing requests are required for AGTEK Gradework, B2W Software, HCSS, ProEst, RIB Candy and RIB CostX.
Which platforms are represented?
Across the list, supported platforms include Windows, web, iOS, Android, API and macOS.
What comparison fields does this list use?
This list compares free-plan availability, paid starting prices, takeoff methods, cut-fill analysis, material cost databases, bid templates, plan input formats and included projects.
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