Total 278 reviews

4.4

All reviews are from verified customers

Rating Distribution

5

Stars

50%

4

Stars

46%

3

Stars

5%

2

Stars

0%

1

Stars

0%

Satisfaction score

Ease of use

9

Value for money

8

Customer Support

9

Functionality

9

JD
Jorge Domingo

Geolabs, 101-500 employees

4.0

This is amazing!

Pros

I've been using BQE Core for my business, and I can confidently say it has been a game-changer in transforming the way we manage our operations. This software has exceeded my expectations in every aspect, making it an indispensable tool for any organization. One of the standout features of BQE Core is its user-friendly interface. The intuitive design makes navigation a breeze, even for those who may not be tech-savvy. The learning curve is minimal, and our team quickly adapted to the system, resulting in increased efficiency across the board. The time-tracking and invoicing modules are exceptionally well-crafted. With BQE Core, tracking billable hours and creating professional invoices has never been easier. The automation features have saved us countless hours, allowing our team to focus on more strategic tasks rather than getting bogged down in administrative work.

Cons

While BQE Core has proven to be a valuable tool for our business, there are a few aspects that, in my opinion, could benefit from some attention and improvement. Firstly, the learning curve for new users can be steeper than expected. Despite the user-friendly interface, certain features and functionalities are not as intuitive as they could be. Improved onboarding resources, such as video tutorials or interactive guides, could go a long way in helping users familiarize themselves with the software more efficiently. In terms of customization, there are limitations that may hinder the adaptability of BQE Core to specific business needs. More flexibility in tailoring reports and project workflows would be appreciated. As businesses evolve, having the ability to adjust the software to match unique requirements becomes crucial, and expanding customization options would greatly enhance the overall user experience.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

9

Value for money

9

Customer Support

9

Functionality

9

SS
shivam sharma

archatelie, N/A employees

5.0

speed

Pros

Its very sorted and nice it would be really nice if the server speed increases because it lags too much

Cons

SPEED IS SLOW AND I HATE IT , REQUIRES SOME MAINTENANCE

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

AH
Amber Harms

HHC, N/A employees

5.0

Ease of Use

Pros

super easy to use!

Cons

I wish the numbers were bigger on the bottom.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

YH
Yuliya Hurynovich

QA Consultants, N/A employees

5.0

Time tracking tool

Pros

Easy to use, intuitive, real-time tracking

Cons

none

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

AW
Allan Wiley

GBC Design, Inc., N/A employees

5.0

Ease of daily time entry and project tracking

Pros

The BQE Core software is easy to use, is web based and customizable.

Cons

The project search speed could be quicker.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

MB
Mark Boardman

ABA Architects, 11-50 employees

4.0

Liking the new user interface improvements with BQE

Pros

I use Cores time card feature to track hours on my architectural projects on a daily basis. Cores recent upgraded user interface is faster and much easier to input and track hours running through all phases of my project. Keep up the positive user interface experiences.

Cons

User interface still could be more intuitive in general

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

9

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

9

JW
Jennifer Ware

A. Miller Consulting Services, Inc., 11-50 employees

4.0

BQE CORE Review

Pros

Ability to add available hours for each project before entering time to ensure that hours do not go over.Organized layout of projects and activitiesAbility to see billable and non-billable hours in a chart on my dashboard.

Cons

When entering time, the popup window doesn't move out of view.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

8

Value for money

8

Customer Support

9

Functionality

9

GP
Greg Pieroni

triARC Architecture and Design, 11-50 employees

4.0

Great Product

Pros

Ease of use, time sheets, budgeting, resource allocation.

Cons

Frequent updates sometimes remove desirable features, Core submittal and RFI logging could be more streamlined.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

9

Value for money

9

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

JS
Julie Soss

Rodgers Consulting, 1-10 employees

5.0

Streamline analytics/time

Pros

Provides multiple categories of analytics for projects-Easy saving progress-Easy to navigate, especially for new users

Cons

sometimes long lag time when inputting new information-unable to expand box for long code inputs

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

JA
Jesus Alvarado-Amaro

Catalyst Partners, 11-50 employees

4.0

Quality Software

Pros

It has robust time tracking features, making it easy for employees to record billable hours accurately. This is crucial for professional services firms where time is a valuable resource.You can access BQE CORE on mobile devices, allowing you to manage your business on the go.This also helps you manage your financial data, including expenses, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger.

Cons

The software can have a steep learning curve for new users, especially if they are not familiar with business management software or accounting principles.Does not offer specialized features required by some niche industries within the professional services sector.BQE requires regular updates and maintenance, which can sometimes disrupt workflows if not managed well.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

MF
Merissa Friedrich

Waymaker Field Services, N/A employees

4.0

BQE CORE

Pros

Lots of information can be stored and organized, lots of project settings, easy to view information, easy invoicing software (once you understand it), very helpful support team (you will need it) our bookkeeper utilizes it and loves it, and easy team connections.

Cons

Lots of settings (like settings within settings), can be confusing because there are overall settings and project settings and then can cancel themselves out, and reporting can be complicated if your trainer didn't set you up for success (like ours didn't).

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

9

Value for money

9

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

NS
Nicole Solgot

The Mulhern Group, 11-50 employees

4.0

Office Manager

Pros

BQE is easy to use and understand. They have great customer service and help centers & forums when you are stuck trying to figure out an issue.

Cons

They could benefit greatly from accounting knowledge, there are some very basic accounting and function needs that still have yet to be implemented. However, they are constantly updating, and they listen to their clients, which is encouraging.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

8

Value for money

10

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

AF
Andrei Firoiu

Expeditors, 500+ employees

5.0

Great software

Pros

easy to use User Interface- clean and simple outlook of the website- step by step guides- easy access- comprehensive User journey through the billing process

Cons

no downsides, this software is great for our company and our clients

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

AO
Adolphe Ouattara

Plant Engineering Consultants, 11-50 employees

5.0

BQE

Pros

Good product to enter and track work flow

Cons

very huge software but that's make it great!

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

DEC
D E C

Forward Engineering, 1-10 employees

4.0

Amazing overall

Pros

Great for tracking and budgeting individual project phases, expenses, employee hours, and payments. Highly customizable with many filters. Generates useful reports, invoices and statements. Great customer service.

Cons

Can be a bit slow

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

9

Value for money

9

Customer Support

8

Functionality

8

RVY
Ravi Varma Yalamanchili

Techigai, 101-500 employees

5.0

How BQE Core Simplified My Time Management with User-Friendly UI

Pros

User-Friendly Interface: BQE Core offers an intuitive user interface, making it easy to navigate and use, even for those new to the platform.Efficient Performance: The software's performance is commendable, allowing for smooth and quick updates of time and billing efforts.Submission Process: You mentioned that the submission process is smooth, which is a significant advantage for time and billing management.

Cons

Double-Click Requirement: One notable downside is that you have to double-click on a particular item (Time Card) to open the page. This extra step may be seen as an inconvenience by some users.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

AK
Anahid K

Tri Star Sports & Entertainment Group, 51-100 employees

4.0

Easy to Use

Pros

User friendly, great to track the most recent or most used clients/entities that are charged by the time. Even good for clients who are not time and billing. Its a tracking tool to see how much time is spent on a certain client or project. Helps asses

Cons

Sometimes slow depending on the day or use. Quite rare but does happen.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

9

Value for money

10

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

HW
Hallie Wolf

NBS Commercial Interiors, 101-500 employees

5.0

Timecard Ease

Pros

easy Saving-Carries over projects week-to-week-Provides analytics for projects such as total time allotted and billable vs non-billable statistics

Cons

Can seem overwhelming to new users by all of the options and features

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10

JS
Jeremy Senko

Ste Marie Studio, 11-50 employees

4.0

Solid and Reliable

Pros

I have been using BQE Core for a few months now and I am very satisfied with the product. It is a great tool for managing various aspects of my business, such as budgeting, expenses, time sheets, and forecasting. It has a simple, clean, and easy to use interface that allows me to access and analyze my data quickly and efficiently. I can also customize the reports and dashboards to suit my needs and preferences. BQE Core has helped me improve my productivity and profitability by streamlining my workflows and providing me with valuable insights. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a comprehensive and reliable business management software.

Cons

The only cons is that at times the loading of the UI can be sluggish, but I am sure this will be worked out with time.

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

8

Value for money

10

Customer Support

9

Functionality

10

MDM
Mark D Moyle

HealthNet Systems Consulting, 11-50 employees

5.0

BQE, your CORE for essential Business Functionality!

Pros

Does what I need it to do. Allows easy time and expense entry. Handles multiple projects with ease and provides simple, powerful reports.

Cons

What's not to like!

Rating Distribution

Ease of use

10

Value for money

10

Customer Support

10

Functionality

10