WinEst

“Great but Cost algorithm needs improvement”

Pros

For over a year, I have been using this software, and honestly, it has completely changed how we handle property management. The platform excels in communication as it sends updates and notices to residents quickly and excellently. And the user interface is clean and user-friendly, which is simply the best for a less tech-savvy staff.

Cons

I don't think creating custom databases was their priority and I wish I had explored more when the demo phase was still ongoing. It seems too complicated to quickly edit or delete items from a database and takes too much time. I also have to constantly update the cost data since the initial data it comes with, is not accurate.

“Amazing software, terrible customer service”

Pros

I found WinEst to be one of the most flexible estimation solutions on the market. With the ability to customize the labor rates, which cater to different client needs, and to be able to lay out a shift plan for custom crews, it has sped up our estimations. What I appreciate is that it has a very simple UI that displays all the information dynamically and lets you allocate the markups easily. It has a handy catalog of items with up-to-date prices, which is helpful. They present it neatly in the form of a tree that makes your estimates easier as you proceed further.

Cons

Unfortunately, WinEst has the worst customer support. They offer a support plan, but if you don't happen to own it, they will downright refuse to offer any kind of help. What's even worse is that the support plan is overpriced. I don't feel comfortable paying to fix a problem that shouldn't be happening in the first place.

“Very flexible software”

Pros

Program is flexible enough to handle custom WBS and to be able to flip back and forth. Alternates can be easily created within the spreadsheet and a neat toggle to turn them on or off is very valuable.

Cons

There are so many little settings to manage. I would want the software to handle some settings automatically.