--- title: "Trimble Estimation Desktop Software Reviews, Demo & Pricing - 2026" description: "Review of Trimble Estimation Desktop Software: system overview, features, price and cost information. Get free demos and compare to similar programs." source_url: "https://www.softwareadvice.com/construction/trimble-estimation-desktop-profile/" page_type: "product" language: "en" --- [Home](https://www.softwareadvice.com/) / [Takeoff Software](https://www.softwareadvice.com/construction/takeoff-software-comparison/) / Trimble Estimation Desktop Software Advice offers objective insights based on verified user reviews and independent product and market research. When our advisors match you to a software provider, we may earn a referral fee. Overview [Reviews](https://www.softwareadvice.com/construction/trimble-estimation-desktop-profile/reviews/)[Alternatives](https://www.softwareadvice.com/construction/trimble-estimation-desktop-profile/alternatives/) # Trimble Estimation Desktop Review Wondering if Trimble Estimation Desktop is right for your organization? Our Takeoff Software selection experts can help you in 15 minutes or less. On this page - Overview - User Interface - Popular Alternatives - Pricing and Plans - Features - User Reviews - Popular Comparisons ## Overview Trimble Estimation Desktop 4.4 [(110)](https://www.softwareadvice.com/construction/trimble-estimation-desktop-profile/reviews/) Pricing Pricing available upon request ### About Trimble Estimation Desktop Trimble Estimation Desktop (formerly known as Viewpoint Estimation) is a full-featured estimating solution tailored to the needs of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC contractors. Developed with capabilities designed specifically for your trade, Trimble Estimation Desktop allows you to automate the estimating process, lower costs associated with bidding, and, most importantly, win jobs to maximize your profit. The software includes connected Digital Takeoff, integrated pricing tools, specification-driven takeoff and dynamic assemblies. Trimble Estimation Desktop also includes automatic fittings to speed up your estimating time and accuracy. With direct connectivity to Digital Takeoff, there’s no need to import or export between the estimate and digital takeoff saving you extra steps and time. Once your plans are loaded, you can measure and/or count simply by using your mouse. Trimble Estimation Desktop integrates with many Viewpoint solutions to simplify your pre-construction workflows. Do you work for Trimble Estimation Desktop? 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Get a personalized pricing breakdown tailored to your specific needs—no guesswork, no generic estimates. ## Trimble Estimation Desktop Features - Popular features found in Takeoff Bill of Materials Customizable Templates Data Import/Export Estimating Job Costing Project Estimating Project Management Project Tracking Proposal Generation - More features of Trimble Estimation Desktop Assembly Takeoff Bid Management Cost Database Cost Estimating Document Management Electrical Estimating Electronic Plans For AEC Industry For HVAC Companies For Plumbing Industry Quotes/Estimates Takeoff ## Trimble Estimation Desktop User Reviews ## Trimble Estimation Desktop customer ratings - Overall rating: 4.4/5 - Total reviews: 110 ### Rating distribution - 5 stars: 72 reviews (65%) - 4 stars: 28 reviews (25%) - 3 stars: 4 reviews (4%) - 2 stars: 4 reviews (4%) - 1 star: 2 reviews (2%) ### Secondary ratings - Ease of use: 4.2/5 - Value for money: 3.1/5 - Customer support: 4.4/5 - Functionality: 4.2/5 --- ### Jim R.'s review - Overall rating: 4/5 - Reviewer: Jim R. - Product usage: Used unspecified for unspecified - Reviewed: October 2012 - Review source details: This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered We are a commercial Plumbing Firm specializing in heavy industrial piping, hydronic and water/wastewater treatment plants. We offer in-house design CAD work and dedicated staff. Maxwell is the only estimating software in use at this facility. There are others out there, but thus far, Maxwell appears to be the best value for the dollar. I have worked for two (2) previous plumbing/heating firms, both used Maxwell, although earlier versions. We are currently using Version 9.3.0.2334, Service Pack 3. This was obtained the last time we upgraded - last year, I believe. The upgrade usually goes quickly, a couple hours at most unless issues are encountered. I would have to state that most upgrades have some type of issue that either requires a "patch" or technical support. Customer support is for the most part, excellent - response time(s) could be improved. As with all products, there are some technical support people that are much better than others. I feel that past versions of Maxwell are more concerned w/keeping up with the competition than what the actual users want. My personal opinion is that the Maxwell product is an excellent product for it's purpose - a quick, accurate way to obtain a bid. Just stick with this ideology, and you will be just fine. Trying to make Maxwell into something else is a waste of time and effort. I learned Maxwell some years ago while working for Western Mechanical Service, Inc. - in just a day or two I was up and running. I have trained a number of personnel over the years - the same can be said today. If anything, Maxwell is a little more straightforward and easier to use than back in 2001. For the most part, customer support is excellent. As with any product, there are some support staff that are more knowledgeable than others. There have been issues that have taken more time to address than others - however, if one is willing to work together the problems can be solved. One particular issue that was causing us "section corrupted" errors was solved by virtue of just watching how the program responded and was finally traced to the copying of "takeoff notes"; once this practice was eliminated, the "corruption" issue disappeared. I was instrumental in this discovery and was happy to help in this regard. Since the offering of On-Screen Takeoff, quick, accurate takeoff's can be done w/o hard-copy drawings. There are situations where this is most advantageous, as some projects require a "quick-turn" to achieve the bid in time. Although "phantom" pick points still plague OST, it is still a viable option in these situations or when printas are "unscaled" or hard copy prints are not feasable. #### Ratings breakdown - Ease of use: 4/5 - Customer support: 4/5 - Functionality: 3/5 --- ### Industry Standard which needs improvement! - Overall rating: 4/5 - Reviewer: charlie s. - Verified reviewer: Yes - Industry: Construction - Company size: 51-200 employees - Product usage: Used daily for more than 2 years - Reviewed: May 2023 - Review source details: This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered #### Ratings breakdown - Ease of use: 3/5 - Customer support: 1/5 - Functionality: 3/5 #### Pros Industry standard which most companies adopt. #### Cons Custom service as I am still waiting over 4 weeks for my ticket to be completed. No response from the team either. --- ### WORST Estimating Software & SUPPORT on the Market - Overall rating: 2/5 - Reviewer: Dustin K. - Verified reviewer: Yes - Industry: Electrical/ Electronic Manufacturing - Company size: 11-50 employees - Product usage: Used daily for less than 2 years - Reviewed: August 2024 - Review source details: This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered A COMPLETE AND UTTER NIGHTMARE from day one. I purchased every single piece of hardward brand new, from what the rep described would be the BEST laptop for their software. My experience started with the installer accusing the new computer I just purchased, from their recommendation, was not compatible with their software. It took the man 2 days and finally a different set of eyes to realize he was in the wrong browser, and the fault was all his. And that has been the story since. Problem after problem, with NOT ONE, SINGLE, support staff WILLING or CAPABLE of fixing their problems. These people are absolutely PATHETIC. #### Ratings breakdown - Ease of use: 1/5 - Value for money: 2/5 - Customer support: 1/5 - Functionality: 3/5 #### Pros The fact that I was only dupped into a one year contract with Trimble and not longer. #### Cons The fact that Trimble's reps will lie through their teeth in order to make a sale. After thoroughly describing my situation about ONLY using the product I was considering purchasing after hours, my rep INSISTENTLY ASSURED me Trimble would be there 24/7. WHAT A LIAR!! Not only are they not available 24/7, they're not really available at all. I've owned this product for less than 30 days, it has been completely inoperable for the previous week and a half, that's 10 days, including weekends, that our company's estimating department has been down, and Trimble could care less. They won't even make scheduled service appointments to help assist their faulty software. McCormick is where we're going next, so should you. Heck, paper takeoff's would be less hassle than this. Go with a company that actually cares, not one that has EVERY indicator of being a complete and utter scam. WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE EVER!!!!!!!!! #### Reasons for choosing Trimble Estimation Desktop Because I was tricked to believe Trimble could support my needs and falsely told if any of my concerns did arise, I would have 24/7 hour tech support. Trimble sells you on what you want to hear, but doesn't have the capability to deliver. --- ### Pedro Silva - Bermudez, Longo, Diaz-Masso, LLC - Overall rating: 5/5 - Reviewer: Pedro S. - Industry: Construction - Company size: 501-1000 employees - Product usage: Used daily for more than 2 years - Reviewed: August 2017 - Review source details: This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered In general we like the product and we hope that it always stays at the forefront of technology for the benefit of all. #### Ratings breakdown - Ease of use: 5/5 - Value for money: 4/5 - Customer support: 5/5 - Functionality: 5/5 #### Pros BLDM is one of America’s leading specialty construction companies. We have been 55 years in the market and we are still going. We implemented the software in our Estimating Department more than 20 years ago and since its implementation we have completely trusted it. Given the fact that technology keeps growing , expanding and innovating, we still rely on Viewpoint Software because of its accuracy and feasibility when working on bids, I personally believe that part of our success with the software is based on the full support provided by the technical staff. Always there to help when you need them! --- ### Jeff J.'s review - Overall rating: 5/5 - Reviewer: Jeff J. - Product usage: Used unspecified for unspecified - Reviewed: March 2012 - Review source details: This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered We are a mid-sized Plumbing/Mechanical contractor. Our focus, for many years, has been on single and multi-unit residential with some small to mid-size commercial projects. Yearly sales for our organization run in the 5-8 million dollar range. Maxwell Systems Estimation has allowed us to use the skills of our workforce to move up to higher dollar projects. These now comprise of multi story office buildings, schools, medical buildings as well as sewer and water treatment plants. Rut works so much better with the estimation system takeoff. It is a breeze to use, and the reward is that the project manager can effectively manage the project with ease. Estimation has also made the process of bidding the sizes of jobs we do faster and more consistent from job to job, which makes it easier to track costs. Want to know what your material and labor cost are per floor on a project? Estimation can do it! How about by floor - just the sanitary piping? Estimation can do it! I have seldom had any problems but in the rare instances I have, support has been quick to respond as well as very knowledgeable. Also, on the support side, they have a great group of trainers to help you really understand the ins and outs of the program. However, the single greatest thing that made me chose Maxwell Systems Estimation is that it is totally customizable by the user. The database can be configured to suit any situation and the owner of the program can do it all. This customization allows you to even add to an estimate; all those little things that you usually figure out in your head and then tack on to your proposal at the end. This enables the program to do the entire math and takes out the possibility of human error. All you have to do is remember to enter it in. Their ability to do our take off digitally saves us countless hours and reams of paper. I would highly recommend purchasing Maxwell Systems Estimation software. #### Ratings breakdown - Ease of use: 4/5 - Customer support: 5/5 - Functionality: 5/5 --- ### To many steps to do a simple task. - Overall rating: 1/5 - Reviewer: Brandi K. - Industry: Construction - Company size: 11-50 employees - Product usage: Used daily for more than 2 years - Reviewed: October 2017 - Review source details: This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered We purchased in August and were unable to go to the training until December, they would not even let us download the program until we did the training and they rebill us every August instead of when we were able to start using it. When I called to ask if they could change our billing date to when we were able to start using the program I was told I was basically a liar and that there was no way we were unable to use their program from the beginning time of purchase. #### Ratings breakdown - Ease of use: 1/5 - Value for money: 2/5 - Customer support: 1/5 - Functionality: 2/5 #### Pros This program can do a lot...If you have a degree in computer engineering. It is faster than trying to do a take off by hand. Pat, the trainer we had was wonderful ! Extremely helpful and will answer any question any time of day, much better than the customer help center. #### Cons The program is quite pricey, add to that more money for training that is incomplete for the amount of information that is needed to run this program. The sales person we had was nice but extremely pushy. Customer service after purchase is terrible. --- ### Is "ViewPoint" for you? - Overall rating: 4/5 - Reviewer: Marvin A. - Industry: Design - Company size: 2-10 employees - Product usage: Used daily for less than 12 months - Reviewed: September 2018 - Review source details: This reviewer was invited by us to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive as a thank you. #### Ratings breakdown - Ease of use: 4/5 - Value for money: 3/5 - Customer support: 3/5 - Functionality: 3/5 #### Pros If you already have their other software then the right option would be to go and get this one. Just like what the sales person will say to you that you can track your rewards(profit), perform correct takeoffs and submit on time. All of those things are true to a certain point. #### Cons The person that does the sales at times can seem pushy and want for you to go ahead and purchase right there and now. That is not the right way on dealing with something like this. Especially when there is a lot of money going into this. The takeoff bids are not at all accurate. At times you have to make the final corrections. Yes, there is a support team that will help you out. The other item about this is that the cost of training is even more money. You either have to go to them or they come to you and there is just not enough time for getting the right amount of training. They should lower the that cost to make it even better. --- ### Viewpoint MEP Software - Overall rating: 5/5 - Reviewer: Richie L. - Industry: Electrical/ Electronic Manufacturing - Company size: 201-500 employees - Product usage: Used daily for more than 2 years - Reviewed: November 2017 - Review source details: This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered Customer service agent has been a great asset to us in upgrading our software and purchasing other systems. We would highly recommend her as an account manager. #### Ratings breakdown - Ease of use: 5/5 - Value for money: 5/5 - Customer support: 5/5 - Functionality: 5/5 #### Pros Our offices have been using Viewpoint MEP estimation for Electrical for quite some time now. We rely on this system to quickly, and accurately complete bids. This software has taken us to the next level, and we have used it for multi-million dollar jobs. Without this software we would not be able to complete the amount of work we do daily at our four locations. #### Cons Issues arise just like with any software, but the support team is quick to respond and prompt at fixing the issue. --- ### Doug A.'s review - Overall rating: 4/5 - Reviewer: Doug A. - Product usage: Used unspecified for unspecified - Reviewed: October 2012 - Review source details: This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered We are a third generation plumbing company that has struggled through this economy like everyone. Making good financial decisions is key too not only surviving but also, staying on top. Maxwell Estimation has been a big part of that strategy. We were utilizing another takeoff system that wasn’t user friendly and required more training than we felt should be necessary to utilize a system. It seemed to take longer than writing it out by hand. We switched in 2009 to Estimation with the digital takeoff feature. Digital takeoff allowed us to reduce the amount of plans we produced and enabled me to send my digital takeoff to our engineer, client, and suppliers. This one feature has reduced the time necessary to explain our intent and design. Once we installed the system it didn’t take long to get up and running. Very user friendly, and with the benefit of the online video instruction I can enhance my understating of the system at my leisure. For us the system is fairly trouble free but, when I needed help, the support team was there. Occasionally, I receive a call from the support team asking how things are going or if I need additional training and could they set up a training date for me. I update our estimation date base weekly through a separate service that keeps our pricing up to date. Never lagging behind in the market is important. I usually see the updated price before our suppliers get a chance to inform me. In the end, I get a report that is current and more detailed than I ever was without Estimation, right down to nuts and washers. #### Ratings breakdown - Ease of use: 4/5 - Customer support: 4/5 - Functionality: 4/5 --- ### Greatest Estimation Software Company! I highly recommend them! - Overall rating: 5/5 - Reviewer: Hugo F. - Verified reviewer: Yes - Industry: Construction - Company size: 201-500 employees - Product usage: Used weekly for less than 2 years - Reviewed: December 2017 - Review source details: This review was submitted organically. No incentive was offered #### Ratings breakdown - Ease of use: 5/5 - Value for money: 5/5 - Customer support: 5/5 - Functionality: 5/5 #### Pros The Software just works!! It sounds so simple, I know, but it's true! We had been through 2 other estimation softwares before ViewPoint and they were laggy, badly built and the support stunk! ViewPoint is the complete opposite. The support is fantastic and their trainers come in and actually care that you learn the software and you learn it well. I've never dealt with better trainers or a more knowledgeable group of technical support specialist. These guys are awesome! #### Cons I can't name a single downside about ViewPoint MEP Estimating. You get a lot of bang for your buck! 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