Ratings Breakdown
User Reviews Overview
Feature Ratings
Ease-of-use
4.0 / 5
Value for Money
4.0 / 5
Customer Support
4.5 / 5
Functionality
4.5 / 5
Pros
"Easy to use User Friendly Accurate very very helpfull"
"Its very user friendly, time saving, to meet client deadline."
"Ease of Use, a great tool to use in estimating"
Cons
"Lot of features but no manual on how to use all the features"
"Initially getting all the "meat" for estimating of projects (Masters) can be a challenge. Pricing per license can get a little expensive if you do not make use of the program a lot. "
"Not easy to translate to stakeholders unfamiliar to programs. More dashboard views would be great. IRS all mono colour - therefore not easy to manage consultants. Same for LL Schedules."
Candy Reviews
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February 2019

Donovan from RCR Water Pty Ltd
Company Size: 11-50 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
5.0
February 2019
Candy estimating
Excellent, once established database and master can price complex items quickly and accurately
Pros
Features, layout of worksheets as well as the integrated planning and quantity offtake software.
Cons
Lot of features but no manual on how to use all the features

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Donovan, Thank you so much for taking the time to review Candy. Your continued support is highly appreciated. We do have numerous manual available for all Candy features and modules, please contact your local support office and they will email them to you. We do provide training in various locations on all aspects of Candy. Please follow the link to our website for all courses held worldwide. https://constructioncomputersoftware.com/training-candy Furthermore, all support & training staff are construction professionals providing expert, 24/7 aid & advice on the practical application of Candy in person, email, telephone or remote services. Please feel free to contact us directly if you'd like to talk about the specifics of your situation.
June 2020
Anton from Bilfinger Berger
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
June 2020
Complete package including Planning and Cashflow
We did use Candy for Estimating and Project Control. Planning was done either in Microsoft Project, Power Project or Primavera depending on the requirements of the clients. But because it was possible to export the data from these softwares to Candy Planning it was always possible to use Candy for the Cash Flow calculation and forecasts.
Pros
Most important for me was the integrated planning and cashflow tool during the estimating phase and later for project control.
Cons
The integration of the software in the overseas department was easy, for the local projects difficult because of the missing German language.
Reasons for Switching to Candy
The integration of Planning and Cashflow during the estimate and to switch to Project Control and Forecasting after contract signature.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied June 2020
Dear Anton, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your valued feedback is very important to CCS and we assure you of our continued support. Have a super day.
January 2019
Anonymous
Company Size: 11-50 employees
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
3.0
Customer support
2.0
Functionality
4.0
January 2019
From an expert-level user
Pros
- I love having the level of information to which I can do costing, be as accessible to me as this software does it - the ability (though very very very under-utilized) to convert omney to a timeline is exciting
Cons
- the support line is geared to the average user. Not much in the wat for expert users - the inability to integrate with other big-name financial packages is a downer - a one fits all fee structure is frustrating. Because we're not all on the same level of skill.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Candy User Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your valued feedback is very important to us and we assure you of our continued support. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review.
January 2019

Coert from Mivami Construction
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
January 2019
Candy is the best
I Have been in Civil Construction for more than 20 years and have been using Candy for about 15 ears. I use it every day not only for tender estimating but also for cash flows and much more. It is a great product, with great support.
Pros
Candy is by far the most user friendly program I have worked with and updates are done very often. I will never use another program for estimating tenders. You can structure it according to your needs and use your own experience to define your pricing.
Cons
I can not say anything negative about Candy, I almost want to call it perfect.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Coert, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences online. It means a lot to us here at CCS and we are proud to have been by your side for the last 15 years. I know our Candy development & support teams will be happy to hear that their hard work is appreciated and that they in turn are there for you. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region. Have a super day.
January 2019

Larozelle from Pentacon Civils (Pty) Ltd
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: Less than 12 months
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Candy - The Estimators friend
For us as a Civil Construction company Candy is helping us be more efficient with our time and money. To follow the process of a project with time and money is really helping us achieve our goals in a project. Doing a quick course in Candy does help a lot in understanding the program. What is also very efficient is if you priced an item once, the data is in your program and you just use the specific code to price the item. Overall I think Candy is a great Design and very effective and I will definitely recommend it to other Construction companies.
Pros
What i really enjoy about Candy is the time you save by pricing on Candy. Once your Candy is set up and running with you Master file, it's as easy as 1, 2, 3!!! Being able to load your Subcontractors on Candy and having them there is your best friend. Doing a program by using your information of your priced Bill of Quantities and being able to follow your cash flow all in one place is just brilliant and very efficient to you as Contractor, Quantity Surveyor, Site Agent and Estimator.
Cons
If you don't have a Master File to work from and you need to build your own Master file, then it can be quite a nightmare. Getting a Master file from another construction company and changing it to your standards and way of pricing and working is the easiest way to go.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Larozelle, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences online. It means a lot to us here at CCS. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
September 2019

Thehani from Civil & Structural Engineering Consultants (Pvt) Ltd
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: Less than 12 months
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
4.0
September 2019
Best Project Management Software
I am using Candy to do simple project management programs.
Pros
Candy is a very powerful and very user friendly project management software where so many software such as MS Project, Oracle Primavera tries to be the leader. Out of all these products I like Candy because it is very easy to handle and less complicated. Price is also lower than the Primavera.
Cons
Candy is still less popular software when compared with other project management software. But Candy is moving fast towards the bigger market. So files needs to be compatible with other management software.
Reasons for Switching to Candy
User friendly application than MS project.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied October 2019
Dear Thehani, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your valued feedback is very important to us. With regards to compatibility, please be aware that programs created in Candy Planning Module can be exported to other planning tools like Primavera / MS project in "xml" format, similarly we can do an import into Candy from other planning tools in "xml". We have a webinar on this topic "Import, Export-Candy Planning with P6 & MSP" whose link is as below: https://vimeo.com/234456278/2dc968e6b9 We are glad you use Candy for simple projects, but please be aware that some of the most iconic building in the world have been estimated and project managed using candy - see link to Projects and Case Studies on our Website - I hope this inspires you to use it further. https://constructioncomputersoftware.com/case-studies We assure you of our continued support and have a super day.
January 2019

Syed Shiraz from Habtoor Leighton Group
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
CCS / Candy
Witnessed a transformation of Candy from a DOS based platform to recent look which is not just a cosmetic touch it's enhanced like anything with strong features from setting up a job at pre-tender stage and helping through out the construction cycle till handover
Pros
Candy is a complete solution for a construction firm
Cons
cash flow needs some more improvement and reporting tools Couldn't explore it to a full extent

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Syed Shiraz, Thank you very much for taking the time to review Candy, your continued support is highly appreciated. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review.
January 2019

Niel from Tractionel Enterprise
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
4.0
January 2019
Candy Review
I love the estimating module and all the functionality that goes with it. The integration into the Buildsmart accounting & procurement package makes your life a lot easier to track budgets & forecasting.
Pros
The ability to cross reference everything that was done. Pricing from 1st principles and to continue through project process until completion.
Cons
The fact that is not web based. Difficult to access from remote locations.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Niel Thank you for taking the time to review Candy, we appreciate your feedback. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
January 2019

Anton from Cross Fire Management (Pty)Ltd
Company Size: 11-50 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Why i like Candy
We have solved a lot of issues with Estimating as we are now able to include and adjust all our cost drivers into an estimate. Adding and excluding cost items is extremely easy.
Pros
It is designed specifically for the construction industry
Cons
I don's know all the functionality and do not have the time to go on training courses.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Anton Thank you so much for taking the time to review Candy. Your continued support is highly appreciated. We do facilitate monthly webinars with the purpose of upskilling our users and will be happy to forward the link to you, covering a substantial number of topics
December 2018

Owen from Quantity Surveying Services Ltd
Company Size: 1 employee
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
December 2018
Candy for Estimators
Candy allows the user to produce a true nett cost of a project, Including a proper risk analysis, cash flow and perspective on viewing costs from different views.
Pros
Estimating from first principles. Ease of use, Accuracy
Cons
There is nothing I do not like. Candy provides all that is necessary for senior management to have proper knowledge to submit a realistic Competitive accurate tender.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied December 2018
Dear Owen, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your valued feedback is very important to us and we assure you of our continued support.
January 2019
Gultasab from El Seif Engineering and Contracting Company
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
3.0
Customer support
3.0
Functionality
4.0
January 2019
Candy as an Estimation Software
I always recommend to my colleagues and friends that CCS is the best estimation software for estimation purpose. I do believe that developer will maintain the quality and keep updating it as per the new requirement of digital era. We have variety of estimation software in the market and the developer are giving attractive packages to sell their product but CCS is still the best option. I believe that it would enhance the demand of this software if it becomes more competitive.
Pros
I have used many estimation software but I found CCS more User Friendly and the reason behind is that it's developed by the estimators keeping in mind the requirements of best estimation practices. I am using it since 2013 and never experienced that I was unable to furnish any type of report/summary which was requested by my employer.
Cons
When the CCS file get bigger the software functionality get slower. Recently, I have worked on a project with around 77 buildings, each building comprised very extensive BOQ and there were around 19,500 pay items. It was taking quite extra times to finalize the worksheets and I spent many extra hours to generate the excel version from CCS file. This issue must be resolved.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Gultasab, Thank you so much for taking the time to review Candy. Your continued support is highly appreciated. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review.
December 2018
Anonymous
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
December 2018
User-friendly construction cost modelling software
Users can get familiar with the software by vary basis knowledge, and if established a proper master CCS then very easy to price any project, however master should establish very carefully considering project requirements.
Pros
CCS providing user-friendly cost modelling solutions for construction projects to manage project cost from tender stage to until project completion. The CCS detailed cost estimation model help to produce a number of cost reports which will help during the decision-making process in the tender stage, as well as this cost model can use to establish the post contract cost control process, and able to produce cost reports such as cost to completion, cost value reconciliation and cash flow statements, etc.
Cons
Its required more time for the establishment of master CCS, and also only one estimator can work in one project, if two estimators work for one project by dividing into two parts, later if required to merge into one file, it is possible but not simple.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Candy User, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We understand your concern regarding the building of the library but this is a one time task once you have built your library you will be able to do your estimate in no time. Your valued feedback is very important to us and we assure you of our continued support.
September 2019
Neschlin from ISF Group
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
4.0
September 2019
CCS
CCS is great for pricing tenders. It is great for assisting with the preparations of the cost reports
Pros
I enjoy the estimating and valuations . I like the fact that you can customize it for your own uses.
Cons
The difficulty and amount of time that it takes to programme on CCS. There is a lack of clarity of how to link everything and pricing multiple items with the same description.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied October 2019
Dear Neschlin, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your valued feedback is very important to us. Regarding the difficulties you are having please see our consultants recommendation below, we hope this will help you: The Link in the Program and Estimate can be made easier with the Auto Link option. We have a webinar on the topic "Program Auto-link Code" - please see link here: https://vimeo.com/205014305/8b79c40066 Items with similar descriptions can be quickly priced using the Description Matching feature. We have a webinar called "Description Matching- Auto Price from Master", whose link is as below: https://vimeo.com/230590752/b190be4c20 We hope this helps. Please don't hesitate to contact your nearest CCS branch should you have any further issues. Have a super day.
January 2019
Jean Lorenzo from Basil Read
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Efectivness of the CCS in the Construction Field
I have been using Candy for almost 25 years, and the greatest plus is their constant upgrading, quality training and help at all times of the day. The consultants also go out of their way to sort out your problems. That is why I believe that they will be leaders in AI technology, and take next leap into a new fascinating world.
Pros
1) Complete package 2) Cradle to Grave 3) Able to use in motivation contractual claims 4) Interlinked between Tender, Costing, Measurement, Programs, Cash flow, Claims etc
Cons
1) To get the full use of the product the user needs to spend a lot of time working on it 2) The constant changes require aren't always apparent to the user 3) Artificial Intelligence has not been implemented in the product, where the program could understand your thinking process and assist with the creation and general work process 4) Artificial Intelligence could also be used for the more mundane chores, leaving the User to spend more time with the creative process 5) Artificial Intelligence could be used to monitor the original implementation and subsequent betterment due to AI. Time is precious, and if we can do the same work faster, with assistance from AI that would be a major plus

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Jean, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Candy online. It means a lot to us here at CCS. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review.
January 2019
Lulanga from Mota-engil
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
3.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
January 2019
CCS
Valuation most of the time and estimating,i m trying to use QTO but it is very inefficient.
Pros
Very good estimating software rates can be built easily and utilize efficiently,no other software can compete in term of estimating and valuation
Cons
Functionality of QTO is very bad and inefficient,it is way behind other on screen measurements softwares.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Lulanga Thank you for your review on Candy. Your feedback and continued support is highly appreciated and important to us here at CCS. Have you tried our new and improved Candy QTO3? Changes include: 1. Automatic vertical scrolling to Variable and Detail sections of Take-off sheet 2. More intuitive drop down box to Units of the Variable section of Take-off sheet 3. Option to preserve line colours for PDF and DWG formats. This is a tick box on the drawing page (Drawing list) 4. Snap selection stored as per latest user selection. Does not change when "Count" tool used 5. Measurement bill default setting is Full description with No Blank lines. User may alter this setting 6. Copy and Paste from one drawing to another now available 7. When updating the Measurement bill, the system now does not close all drawings
January 2019
Martin Heinz from Probuild Construction Group
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Candy review
Have been using Candy from when it was still known as "Marsbar" in the 1980's, in tender planning and project control & monitoring in both building construction and civil engineering projects.
Pros
01. Can use a bill of quantities to allocate resources to tender- or construction programmes and therefore come to sensible programme activity durations very quickly. 02. Access to help (have built up a good relationship with the reps over the years & have always had excellent service). 03. The ease of using macros, saves me loads of time, especially when linking multiple activity strings.
Cons
Used to be able to import more fields when importing new programme activities; would like the option of importing text 01 to text 05 as well.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Martin, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences online. It means a lot to us here at CCS and we are proud to have been by your side for close on 40 years. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
January 2019
Rajesh from Arman
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: Less than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
January 2019
Must try this software - all estimation engineers/civil engineering student
Earlier our business used to suffer because of lack of resource planning and accurate estimation process. After candy introduction it made our business easy and we can plan cash flow and resource mobilization easily and estimation also accurate. We are now more competitive and won couple of project.
Pros
This software designed in such a way that it satisfy the need of all contractors/engineer. We can get ' n ' number of types of reports it helps you in financial planning, cash flow,resource planning, mobilization etc. It makes your estimation process easy and most effective way.
Cons
Price is not affordable for small firms and free lancers and some of commands need to be more friendly like MS excel, however if you practice candy even you can achieve required speediness in work

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Rajesh, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us, its great to get feedback like this as our team is always encouraged to hear that Candy is being used correctly and helping you to win tenders & manage projects effectively . Your valued feedback is very important to us and we assure you of our continued support.
August 2019
Larozelle from Pentacon Civils (Pty) Ltd
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: Less than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
August 2019
Candy in my workspace...
I would definitely recommend Candy to any Construction business. You have to keep up with changing times to stay ahead of your competition and Candy is one of the best ways to do so. The courses that you can do with the program is also fantastic and you learn so much.
Pros
What I like most about Candy is the ease of using the product. Once you are set up and start going it makes your work a lot easier. It safes time and money, and in business time is money. I love how I can do my programming, subcontracting and pricing all at once. Project Management is made more efficient with Candy.
Cons
Initially getting all the "meat" for estimating of projects (Masters) can be a challenge. Pricing per license can get a little expensive if you do not make use of the program a lot.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied August 2019
Dear Larozelle, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us and we are so glad it has been so positive. Your feedback is very important to us and we assure you of our continued support. Have a super day.
March 2019
Frederick from Teichmann Group
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
March 2019
Construction through Candy
As an entity that operates across Africa in the civil engineering construction sector, candy is our preferred computer software. Their support/ technical teams are extremely efficient and patiently deal with our cross border users.
Pros
The software offers a dynamic array of reporting and management tools to the construction sector from pre-tender through construction execution and close out. CCS also offers ongoing updates improving their software and often improving their integration with other construction software packages.
Cons
It doesn't allow you to undo and action.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied March 2019
Dear Frederick, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences online. It means a lot to us here at CCS and we are proud to have been by your side for the last few years. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
December 2018
Farhan from STmates
Company Size: 1 employee
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
December 2018
Most Comprehensive ERP System - Candy
I have used Candy primarily for estimating and planning. Estimates are the foundation of any construction projects. and Candy has one of the best estimating Modules which synchronizes with planning and post contract Cost valuation and monitoring.
Pros
It is designed to cater the construction industry, by construction professionals and they constantly improve the deficiencies, provided by the users and improve it. Its a daily basis transformation, moving with the technology, and I have not seen such a competent customer service by any software provider, as of now.
Cons
Nothing really. Perhaps the monthly licence, but they deserve that too!!

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied December 2018
Dear Farhan, Thank you so much for taking the time to review Candy, it's always a pleasure to hear from our long standing Users. Your continued support is highly appreciated.
March 2019
Anonymous
Company Size: 11-50 employees
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
3.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
3.0
March 2019
Life with Candy
Time saving, multiple project management and ease in project management and control
Pros
Working with Candy the past few years has increased the accuracy of the estimates, valuation and project control and management incredibly.
Cons
The only concern I have with candy is that if an error is made it is not easily correctable. The full integration of CCS and Buildsmart and QTO is complex and knowledge of the system and integration is learnt with numerous errors and trails. The course provide cover the scope but the executions differ from project to project.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied March 2019
Dear Candy User Thank you for taking the time to review Candy, we appreciate the feedback from our users. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
July 2019
Michael from LSP Construction
Company Size: 201-500 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Functionality
5.0
July 2019
Management Tool
estimating is the catalyst for all the other applications. Candy makes the whole chain of administration from estimating to final account so much safer and easier
Pros
Cuts out repetitive work Acts a s a library of information Does all arithmetic, collection of data and sorting Links to accounts Links to time / programme
Cons
Some actions do not follow through into all applications eg The "No off"in estimating cannot be used in "Cost & Allowable"
Reasons for Switching to Candy
Company I moved to had purchased Candy and asked me to learn it and implement it

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied July 2019
Dear Michael, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your valued feedback is very important to us and we assure you of our continued support. Have a super day.
July 2019
Peter from Clear Choice Builders
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
July 2019
Construction Computer Software
Cost reports are life and up to date, procurement is executed as estimated/priced or within all allowable. CCS Buildsmart/CCS Candy hand and glove
Pros
It is user friendly, results driven and assist in ensuring an improved accurate level of reporting in all aspects
Cons
None, it and you always life you need internet to connect
Reasons for Choosing Candy
They were no offering value for our cash
Reasons for Switching to Candy
It was not adding value to our Organization

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied July 2019
Dear Peter, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your valued feedback is very important to us and we assure you of our continued support. Have a super day.
January 2019
Neschlin from ISF Construction
Company Size: 11-50 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: Less than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
3.0
January 2019
A PRICING DREAM!!!
Life Changing.
Pros
The way in which you can customise everything to yourself and your business, making it easy to do everything for a project on one program.
Cons
The program is very complex and to get started and acquanited with every aspect of the program is near on impossible.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Neschlin Thank you so much for taking the time to review Candy. Your continued support is highly appreciated. We do provide training in various locations on all aspects of Candy. Please follow the link to our website for all courses held worldwide. https://constructioncomputersoftware.com/training-candy Furthermore, all support & training staff are construction professionals providing expert, 24/7 aid & advice on the practical application of Candy in person, email, telephone or remote services. Please feel free to contact us directly if you'd like to talk about the specifics of your situation. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
December 2018
Bhim Prasad from Trojan General Contracting L.L.C
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Functionality
4.0
December 2018
Estimation tab is very useful for me. I have listed below the details.
Pros
1) Pricing for the next project is very fast. 2) Easy to make report in detailed. 4) easy the identify the resource. 5) Easy to maintain S/C price 6) Easy to reduce and increase the price. 8) Easy to transfer the resources, change the resources etc.
Cons
1) I don't get the amount using work code/ task code. 3) uses of master is little bit difficult. 4) update the recent complex resource which resource number are same is difficult.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied December 2018
Dear Bhim Prasad, Thank you very much for taking the time to review Candy, your continued support is highly appreciated. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review.
January 2019
Anonymous
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
3.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Contractor's Viewpoint
Not enough development in planning
Pros
The planning side. It is critical to all our projects and allows you to manage all activities
Cons
Not easy to translate to stakeholders unfamiliar to programs. More dashboard views would be great. IRS all mono colour - therefore not easy to manage consultants. Same for LL Schedules.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Candy User Thank you so much for taking the time to review Candy. Your continued support is highly appreciated. To help new Users, we do provide training in various locations on all aspects of Candy. Please follow the link to our website for all courses held worldwide. https://constructioncomputersoftware.com/training-candy Furthermore, all support & training staff are construction professionals providing expert, 24/7 aid & advice on the practical application of Candy in person, email, telephone or remote services. Please feel free to contact us directly if you'd like to talk about the specifics of your situation. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region
January 2019
Junias from SML Projetcs
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
January 2019
Awesomeness of Candy
It has been great. I am pleased with the ease with which I manage my projects.
Pros
The link between Estimating, Planning and Valuation is the best for me. A project is easily managed and the cost is accurately monitored. In the same program, one is able to manage the subcontractors should there be any.
Cons
Creating several duplicate files because of the inability of the software to keep a trail of modifications.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Junias, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences online. It means a lot to us here at CCS and we are proud to have been by your side for the last few years. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region. Have a super day.
December 2018
Mohammed Iqbal from Tech Construction
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
2.0
Value for money
2.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
2.0
December 2018
Comprehensive tools with solution for Estimators
Pros
-No chances of arithmetical errors -Generating Reports makes it very useful to review the tenders/project - Easy to change the price of particular resource which will change the price in overall BOQ - Able to add different mark up for each trades
Cons
- Initial setup for pricing/estimation takes time - Not able to export pdf BOQ

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied December 2018
Dear Candy User, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your valued feedback is very important to us and we assure you of our continued support. We understand your concern regarding the building of the library but this is a one time task once you have built your library you will be able to do your estimate in no time.
March 2020
Anonymous
Company Size: 11-50 employees
Time Used: Less than 6 months
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
March 2020
Candy- A better alternative software for Project Management
It is a good alternative software for project management. Please try it, recommended.
Pros
I have experience with MS Project and Oracle Primavera for project management works and during the initial period, I struggled a lot to learn these softwares. But recently I got introduced with Candy and it is really simple to understand and more powerful to work. It is the most suited software for the construction firm and price-wise also the preferable option to go with Candy.
Cons
It always difficult to correct the mistakes and functional wise, MS Project is far better to compare with Candy. The popularity of this software is very low and there are very limited numbers of online tutorials available for Candy.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied March 2020
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. Your valued feedback is very important to us and we assure you of our continued support. You will be happy to hear that we are presently developing on-line tutorials for all Candy modules and hope to have them out within the year. In the meantime, we have User guides in the system that may help you and run Candy courses in various regions around the world - please follow the link below to find out what Planning courses we have and where they are being held. https://constructioncomputersoftware.com/candy-courses-category/planning Thank you once again for your feedback. Have a super day.
January 2019
Anonymous
Company Size: 201-500 employees
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Candy Review
Candy provides important information for costing purposes at a click of a button. I can import costs such as labour, plant & material for any item or trade at any given time.
Pros
Candy gives you real time costs. What I love most about it is that it is linked to the accounting system so there is no need to request costings from the accounts department, you can retrieve the information yourself via build-smart.
Cons
QTO which is the measurement tool takes a while to load drawings.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Good Day Thank you so much for your positive review, we highly appreciate your feedback. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
January 2019
Geoff from EDWIN CONSTRUCTION
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Candy and Edwin Construction
We expedite the adjudication of sub-contractor and supplier experience and are able to compare with ease
Pros
Candy affords Edwin to tender professionally and once awarded a contract, reassess and compare actually current prices to tender prices. Forecasts for the projects are accurate and practical Valuations and cost reports are relatively simple to execute
Cons
The difficulty in correcting a mistake. No revert to previous facility button.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Geoff Thank you very much for taking the time to review Candy, your continued support is highly appreciated. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
January 2019
Anonymous
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees
Time Used: Less than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Candy Course
The Candy program is an all-inclusive package that takes care of all aspects of a building project..it just makes life and work easier!
Pros
The course is proudly South African developed. The course presenter is just a master and simplified the course. The Candy program is hugely beneficial and knocks socks off the competitors. I can honestly highly recommend the course to any construction firm and consider it an essential tool for any Contracts Manager as well as Quantity Surveyor who wants to keep track of cost and time.
Cons
There is nothing negative to say about this software; well done CCS!

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Thank you so much for the positive review of Candy, it's always a pleasure to hear from our Users. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
March 2019
Anonymous
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
3.0
Functionality
5.0
March 2019
CCS
Pros
the software is user friendly and easy accessible. after going through the practice book i was able to understand about 80% of how the software works
Cons
the manual and software quantity take off need some improvement. calculation from QTO (not the result) are hard to export onto worksheets

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied March 2019
Dear Candy User Thank you for taking the time to review Candy, it means a lot to us here at CCS. Manual take-offs have now been replaced by calc panels to link your measurements directly to the bill items. QTO is being updates and improved on an ongoing basis. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
January 2019
Kevin from Aveng Grinaker-LTA
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: Less than 12 months
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
January 2019
CCS in South Africa
Been using Candy for 10 years and happy that it is the best Estimating package around. Exellent backup service from local CCS offices
Pros
Software is very relevant to the local industry. The software is constantly being updated and enhanced.
Cons
No "Undo" function. More local training for eg. in Port Elizabeth.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Kevin Thank you so much for taking the time to review Candy. It means so much to us here at CCS and please be assured of our continued support. Regarding training, we run courses covering all aspects of Candy & at various levels of expertise. New users are urged to attend at least one 2 day course to get the best results. Please follow the link to our website for all courses held in Port Elizabeth. https://constructioncomputersoftware.com/training-candy Furthermore, all support & training staff are construction professionals providing expert, 24/7 aid & advice on the practical application of Candy in person, email, telephone or remote services. Please feel free to contact us directly if you'd like to talk about the specifics of your situation.
January 2019
Nawras from Arabian Construction Company ACC
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Great Software
If you have the right input, then Candy is the best software to translate your inputs into priced job with great analysis and review reports
Pros
This software is made by people who practiced estimation, they took care of everything you may think about while pricing including the inputs and analysis reports.
Cons
I believe we must have the UNDO options in the coming versions.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Nawras Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with Candy online. It means a lot to us here at CCS. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review.
July 2019
Andrew from Aveng Grinaker-LTA
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
July 2019
Candy Review
Started using Candy about 25 years ago. Worked for small company at the time and after a lot of shopping decided on Candy, mainly for estimating at the time. Their support functions are excellent, with a quick turnaround time, especially when one is stuck in a monthend panic as befalls most of us at some time.
Pros
Quite easy to use Many features/functions (more than most people are likely to use) Constantly improving
Cons
Not much to dislike, and if there is it gets sorted out in updates
Reasons for Choosing Candy
At the time many of the alternative products were pre-populated with prices, an absolute no-no. Had to start setting Candy up from scratch, which actually was better and made one think through the process.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied July 2019
Dear Andrew, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience online. It means a lot to us here at CCS and we are proud to have been by your side for the last 25 years. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in SA. Have a super day.
February 2019
Stephen from Construction
Company Size: 1 employee
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
February 2019
SPC Contractual and Time Management
Good
Pros
The software is well suited to construction
Cons
IRS and LLS, does not use current date to calculate and only uses Actual when entered so information overdue is not monitored with each update The copy paste function on LLS and IRS is not user friendly, you have to use R and drop continuously Cannot Import LLS and IRS from one programme to another

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Stephen Thank you so much for taking the time to review Candy. It means so much to us here at CCS. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review.
January 2019
Anonymous
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Ahmed Elsayed CCS Review
my experience in Estimation . I solved how calculate amounts of alternative items without adding to overall project total cost.
Pros
CANDY software save more time and easily review and updated . I can make many useful reports from CANDY.
Cons
Little reports can not be extracted from CANDY such as resources per trade with number of BOQs for repetitive BOQs.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Candy User, Thank you very much for taking the time to review Candy, your continued support is highly appreciated. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review.
January 2019
ganesh from DBB Contracting LLC
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
January 2019
Budget review and Cost control
To be honest i am really happy to work with the software and mainly we can control the materials in detail
Pros
It is very useful to review the budget and compare with the actual cost. Also it helps to notify the loss early and forecast for the Project can be verified every month or whenever need.
Cons
It is very difficult to understand and mainly confusion about codes. Also to note that time taken process during switch over menu (eg. Cost allowable to Valuation)

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Ganesh Thank you so much for taking the time to review Candy, it's always a pleasure to hear from our Users.
January 2019
Anonymous
Company Size: 201-500 employees
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
January 2019
Speed in preparing estimates
My experience with candy has been great so far. I have increased my speed therefore improving time management in pricing tenders.
Pros
This software helps to keep an archive which is easily accessible to use for tendering.
Cons
That you cant undo something, once you delete something you cant go back to it, you have to start again.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Candy User, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences online. It means a lot to us here at CCS and we are proud to have been by your side for the last few years. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region. Have a super day.
March 2019
Anonymous
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
4.0
March 2019
estimating in Powerlines
I am happy and would use nothing else, in whichever construction sector.
Pros
The software is versatile, and provides for the necessary flexibility in accurately costing a project.
Cons
The flexibility in Cost price adjustment could to with improvement, whereby it allows for multiple cost price adjustment formulas in a single project.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied March 2019
Thank you for your review on Candy. Your continued support is highly appreciated and important to us here at CCS. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review.
March 2019
Gavin from Bloc Contractors (Pty) Ltd
Company Size: 51-200 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
March 2019
CANDY REVIEW
The speed with which complete estimates can be put together is a huge factor
Pros
From an estimating perspective, the easy with which an estimate can be constructed (from baseline and from a database) is effective in getting tenders out quckly and in time
Cons
The interface between programming and estimate. After working with MS Projects, it seeds the programming function is a bit limited

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied March 2019
Dear Gavin Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on Candy, we appreciate the feedback. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
January 2019
TIJOMON from Becon Construction LLC
Company Size: 201-500 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Candy the Best Pricing Software
Very good Software, Customer service very nice. also it is very easy to use, once get experienced.
Pros
The different types of report are help us to satisfy everybody include managers. also in pricing, drill down up-to 9 level is easy create rates from Zero. Also Title function also to obtain different views of our BOQ.
Cons
some time reports will get error and PDF view will be corrupted

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Tijomon, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences online. It means a lot to us here at CCS and please be assured of our continued support.
January 2019
Anonymous
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
3.0
Value for money
4.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
All in one Estimating software
If candy is utilized fully per job then you get a clear understanding where you are losing or making money at a early stage. This keeps you out of the dark. Great program!! But sometimes a SAVE function will be awesome, but we are getting use to it.
Pros
It has all the functions and reports you need! The software runs smoothly.
Cons
Internet help is restricted - for example getting info on YouTube of CCS videos. You always have to call the call center, which is very helpful, but in some instances there is only a internet line or no access to a phone, then internet is your only option. Navigation on CCS is not too clear. Sometime you are looking a hour for a feature right in front of you!

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied February 2019
Dear Candy User Thank you so much for taking the time to review Candy. Your continued support is highly appreciated. We do facilitate monthly webinars with the purpose of upskilling our Users and will be happy to forward the link to this extensive list to you.
December 2018
RHEA from Kier Dubai LLC
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
3.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
4.0
December 2018
CCS RECOMMENDATION REVIEW
WE HAVE BEEN WORKING WITH CCS FOR ALMOST A DECADE AND THIS DRIVES MY INTEREST TO LOOK FOR OTHER COMPANIES USING THE SOFTWARE
Pros
VERY FLEXIBLE AND USER FRIENDLY. HAS CONSTANT UPDATES AND FEATURES
Cons
RENEWING/UPDATING THE LICENSE WE ARE FORCED TO GET THE LICENSE CODE FROM CCS PROVIDER. OTHERWISE NO COMPLAINTS

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied December 2018
Dear Rhea, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences online. It means a lot to us here at CCS and we are proud to have been by your side for the last 10 years. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in Dubai.
March 2019
Derrick from Grinaker-LTA
Company Size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
March 2019
Simplifying Estimating
Candy Simplifies the estimating process with this powerful software package while being flexible enough to customise to my needs. Managing my resource and subcontractor pricing is simple with easy export to a number of file types.
Pros
Coding system Resource manager Subcontract adjudicator Buildsmart integration Planning links Candy Support
Cons
Candy courses a must for beginners .

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied March 2019
Dear Derrick Thank you so much for your positive review, we highly appreciate your feedback. We look forward to seeing you at the next CCS Candy User Seminar in your region.
December 2018
Dasanayaka Mudiyanselage from Carillion Alawi LLC
Company Size: 5,001-10,000 employees
Industry: Civil Engineering
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
4.0
December 2018
The system is accurate, Help full, and easy handling, good support services.
I have work with Candy more then 9 years. It was very good for the tender pricing works and also latest updates versions are very help full.
Pros
latest updates versions are very imported.
Cons
I have used the Candy system for tender pricing per pours only. The all pricing tools are most impotent.

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied December 2018
Dear Dasanayaka Mudiyanselage, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences online. It means a lot to us here at CCS and we are honored to have been by your side for the last 9 years. We want to assure you of our continued support in the future.
December 2018

Ahmed Fathy from Orascom Construction Ltd
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
4.0
Value for money
3.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
3.0
December 2018
Good product almost
Candy actually helps us make a solid database, deal with the large and mega projects and held a good reports and comparisons
Pros
1.Easy to make a database 2. Easy to ake a cost estimate 3. Easy to deal with mega projects and multiple projects 4. Easy to shift data between projects 5. Easy to use features
Cons
Easy-to-use, very active and accessible

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied December 2018
Dear Ahmed Fathy, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experiences online. It means a lot to us here at CCS and please be assured of our continued support.
December 2018
Simon from Orascom Construction
Company Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Construction
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Customer support
4.0
Functionality
4.0
December 2018
Good Job but need some Upgrades
Candy is a Good Estimation Program . but will need some Upgrading
Pros
easy to use Friendly interface Good Reports structure
Cons
Limited number of Characters for the Resources Some Bugs that appear instantly need to be fixed for good . (like the storage area Error)

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied December 2018
Dear Simon, Thank you very much for taking the time to review Candy, your continued support is highly appreciated. We are always looking for ways to improve our services and our users' experience, your feedback has been passed on to the concerned team for review.
January 2019
Pravin from CCS Gulf
Company Size: 11-50 employees
Industry: Computer Software
Time Used: More than 2 years
Review Source: Capterra
Ease-of-use
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Customer support
5.0
Functionality
5.0
January 2019
Candy the Best
As a QS it is saving my lots of time to generate report out of it, and can able to handle multiple projects at same time.
Pros
The Cost & Allowable Module, since it is leading me to the correct path to secure my profit margin
Cons
Speed of QTO tools is slower, and features are very less compare to other quantity takeoff software's

Response from Construction Computer Software
Replied January 2019
Dear Pravin, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your experience with us. Having been a Candy user for so many years we are lucky to have you now part of our Candy Consultant team.
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