--- description: Learn more about On-Screen Takeoff. We provide Australian business users the most detailed information on pricing, benefits, and disadvantages of software that will make your choice easier. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/getapp/og_logo-94fd2a03a6c7a0e54fc0c9e21a1c0ce9.png title: On-Screen Takeoff Reviews, Cost & Features | GetApp Australia 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Construction Estimating Software](/directory/27/construction-estimating/software) > [On-Screen Takeoff](/software/2049370/on-screen-takeoff) # On-Screen Takeoff Canonical: https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2049370/on-screen-takeoff Page: 1 / 7\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2049370/on-screen-takeoff?page=2) > On-Screen Takeoff® is the trusted digital takeoff solution that contractors use to measure plans faster, smarter, and more accurately. > > Verdict: Rated **4.3/5** by 155 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Key benefits of On-Screen Takeoff • Fast \& Accurate Measurements – Digitally measure lengths, areas, and counts in just a few clicks. • Bid More, Win More – Speed up takeoff so you can bid on more projects without sacrificing accuracy. • AI-Powered Takeoffs – Let Takeoff Boost™ instantly measure areas, lengths, and counts to get a head start on your estimates. • Seamless Integration – Connect with Quick Bid® and other estimating tools for a smooth workflow. • Fewer Mistakes – Avoid costly mistakes and ensure your estimates are spot-on every time. • Stay Organized – Keep all your project files in one place and navigate plans effortlessly. • Teamwork Made Easy – Share digital takeoffs with your team for better coordination and accuracy. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.3/5** | 155 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.1/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: ConstructConnect - **Location**: Cincinnati, US - **Founded**: 1988 ## Commercial Context - **Pricing model**: (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Pricing Details**: Contact ConstructConnect for pricing information about On-Screen Takeoff. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, American Samoa, Andorra, Angola, Anguilla, Antigua and Barbuda, Argentina, Armenia, Aruba, Australia, Austria, Azerbaijan, Bahamas, Bahrain, Bangladesh, Barbados, Belarus, Belgium and 210 more ## Features - 2D Drawing - Accounting - Annotations - Assembly Takeoff - Bill of Materials - Document Management - Electronic Plans - Estimating - For AEC Industry - For Residential - Issue Management - Project Planning/Scheduling - Subcontractor Management - Takeoff ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat ## Category - [Construction Estimating Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/27/construction-estimating/software) ## Related Categories - [Construction Estimating Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/27/construction-estimating/software) - [Takeoff Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/825/takeoff/software) - [Home Building Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/757/home-builder/software) - [Other Construction Software](https://www.getapp.com.au/directory/3899/other-construction/software) ## Alternatives 1. [Buildxact](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/114407/buildxact) — 4.6/5 (184 reviews) 2. [STACK](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/105963/stack-takeoff) — 4.5/5 (1399 reviews) 3. [PlanHub](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2048755/planhub) — 4.4/5 (486 reviews) 4. [Contractor Foreman](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/109491/contractor-foreman) — 4.5/5 (837 reviews) 5. [Jobber](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/90723/jobber) — 4.6/5 (1487 reviews) ## Reviews ### "I literally learn to use it within minutes." — 5.0/5 > **Verified Reviewer** | *27 February 2018* | Real Estate > > **Pros**: The software is so easy to use. Within a few minutes of playing and figuring out the tools I was able to accomplish a take off. ----- ### "Custom Home Builder Review" — 5.0/5 > **Ryan** | *14 August 2018* | Architecture & Planning | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: OST is flexable software, meaning it can be manipulated to conform to any/every trade. It is an amazing tool that makes any estimators take-off portion of the job quick and easy. > > **Cons**: There is not much I do not like about OST, but... - some times I could more color selections differentiation for take-off conditions - Also it would be nice if i could freeze dimension takeoffs to either only move vertically or latterally respectively. - Also if dimensions could be a default layer separate from annotation that would be awesome. Sometimes i want to have annotations but do not need the dimensions and i have to delete all the dimensions on the page to only show the annotation that i want. > > I love OST it can be used in so many different ways it's my favorite program for manipulating just about any type of file. ----- ### "Horrible customer service" — 3.0/5 > **Tim** | *3 October 2016* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 6.0/10 > > **Pros**: Takeoff program works very well, lots of different options to show differences in conditions. Quick bid works well sometimes. and you can customize the naming conventions, link items, and do multi condition takeoff. As i mentioned if it wasn't for the poor support and the horrible recommendation to switch to sql that they do not support i would probably be writing a completely different review. > > **Cons**: Customer service they will answer phone and call you back. I think it's so they can tell you that they cant help or support you. > > I have used both Quick bid and Ost for about 4 years now and the company i work for has used it a bit longer. The person who trained me was a very early user of the product. Compared to a scale and a spread sheet this product is awesome. However as we started growing as a company and getting more users product became glitchy. at that time we where told to move to a sql database (They do not support SQL but do recommend it as a solution to issues.) Since this time the support that we pay quite well for yearly is about useless as they go thru the motions like they want to help then say we do not support sql so we can not help you. At one point i had issues approving a change order that i made called support they mentioned yes that is an issue here is a workaround because that feature only works about half the time.(Really\!) Basically it seems that whenever we have an issue their "Excellent" support team has issues telling us anything other than it is somehow our fault, yet every time they recommend us to do something a specific way we oblige. In short this product could be amazing however they need to get with the times and start supporting what they recommend. ----- ### "Satisfied Customer" — 5.0/5 > **Tim** | *7 June 2017* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: It's easy and quick to use and easy to train others. I like and use the overlay function a lot. I also like the intelligent paste function as well for repetitious items. > > **Cons**: Only 1 overlay possible, needs ability to remove the original plan and add an additional overlay as plans change (i.e.,80% dwgs to 90% dwgs to final dwgs. The 90% supersede the 80% and now we have final. A new bid file has to be created and the takeoff copied to the new file for adjustments) Database bogs down on very large projects Auto count feature doesn't work very well on scanned plans > > I've used OST for 10 years and overall satisfied. I think for the annual service fee, there should be more upgrades than once every 2 years or so. We have used tech support maybe once a year if that and the owner of the business doesn't think that justifies the annual cost. ----- ### "On Screen Takeoff the Equilizer" — 5.0/5 > **Chris** | *17 August 2018* | Warehousing | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Allows me to constantly and quickly take off plans that used to take all day to provide. > > **Cons**: The software has been awesome for me in many ways but I wish it was more report friendly for people who are working outside of the standard databases and reporting schemes. I had to build my database from the ground up and how we export and report that information isn't typical for OST. Trying to build custom reports and exports has been challenging but On Center support was always there to help or at least let me know that I have hit a dead end. > > The On Screen Takeoff program along with the support provided by On Center is a great combo for anyone looking to standardize and get better control of their takeoff and bids. My experience has been nothing but the best from Training, to implementation, and support throughout the past few years. ----- Page: 1 / 7\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2049370/on-screen-takeoff?page=2) ## Links - [View on GetApp](https://www.getapp.com.au/software/2049370/on-screen-takeoff) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-MX | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | ----- ## Structured Data