Autodesk Forma Takeoff
What it is
Autodesk Forma Takeoff is paid, web-based software for creating digital quantity takeoffs from project information. It supports both 2D and 3D takeoffs, allowing users to work with either type of project representation in one product. Centralized document management is included with the per-user plans, keeping project documents managed within the same service. The product is available as annual or monthly per-user plans, while an Unlimited Users option is billed through contact with sales. That option removes stated limits on projects and seats and adds company-wide collaboration and standardization. Autodesk offers a 30-day trial, but there is no free plan. The service is provided through a web platform rather than a listed desktop or mobile application. Autodesk, the maker, was founded in 1982 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. Teams choosing this software can evaluate its takeoff and document-management workflow during the trial before selecting a paid plan.
For and against
For
- Supports digital takeoffs
- Handles both 2D and 3D takeoffs
- Centralized document management
- 30-day trial available
- Unlimited Users plan has no project or seat limits
- Company-wide collaboration and standardization
Against
- No free plan
- Paid product
- Unlimited Users pricing requires contacting sales
- Web platform only
Who it suits
It suits teams that need digital takeoffs in both 2D and 3D through a web browser. Companies seeking centralized documents or organization-wide collaboration can consider the Unlimited Users option.
Getting started
- Open the Autodesk Forma Takeoff website
- Start the 30-day trial
- Choose an annual or monthly per-user plan
- Contact sales about the Unlimited Users option
- Use the web platform
Limits to know
There is no free plan. The Unlimited Users option is the plan described as having no limits on projects and seats; pricing is handled through contact with sales.
The verdict
Pick Autodesk Forma Takeoff if your workflow needs web-based 2D and 3D takeoffs with centralized document management. The 30-day trial gives prospective users time to evaluate it. Look elsewhere if you need a free plan or a platform beyond the web.
Questions
Is Autodesk Forma Takeoff free?
No. It is a paid product with a 30-day trial and no free plan.
Which platforms support it?
The listed platform is web.
What takeoff formats does it support?
It supports digital 2D and 3D takeoffs.
Does it manage documents?
Centralized document management is included with the per-user annual and monthly plans.
What is the Unlimited Users plan?
It is billed through contact with sales, has no limits on projects and seats, and includes company-wide collaboration and standardization.
Facts on the record
- 2D takeoff
- Users can measure linear, count and area quantities and apply custom formulas for complex calculations.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- 3D takeoff
- Users select objects in building information models to generate quantities and inspect design intent in 3D.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- AI capabilities
- Autodesk lists conversational Assistant, automated symbol detection, AI-assisted specification search and Construction IQ risk analysis among current Forma Takeoff capabilities.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- API access
- The Takeoff API initially exposes read access to measurement systems, classifications, packages, takeoff types, items and content views.aps.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- API change history
- The July 6, 2026 API release adds assigned-structure endpoints and begins migrating classification and sheet references to newer APIs.aps.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- API examples
- Autodesk publishes Takeoff API tutorials, a reference guide, Postman collections and GitHub samples for CSV export and viewer or cost integrations.aps.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Browsers
- Autodesk recommends current 64-bit Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Edge browsers and does not support Internet Explorer 11.help.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Classifications
- Projects can use multiple uploaded custom classification systems to standardize estimating.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Company founded
- Autodesk was founded in 1982.g2.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Company headquarters
- Autodesk's listed headquarters are in San Francisco, California.g2.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Company size
- LinkedIn lists Autodesk as having more than 10,001 employees worldwide.as.linkedin.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Conceptual estimates
- Unit costs can be attached to takeoff types to create rough budgets that recalculate when quantities change.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Connectivity
- Autodesk lists symmetrical connection guidance of 5 Mbps minimum, 10 Mbps for performance and 25 Mbps for higher performance.help.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Document management
- The product centralizes drawings and models with version controls so estimating teams use current files.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Documentation
- The help site includes basics, getting-started material, workflow instructions, file management and detailed viewer-tool references.help.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Forma Bid API
- The April 14, 2026 BuildingConnected update made bid APIs available in public beta; Forma Bid requires a Takeoff subscription and enabled Preconstruction.aps.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 1982autodesk.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, Californiaautodesk.com · read 4 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- GetApp identifies Revit, AutoCAD and Microsoft Excel as frequently cited integrations, rated 4.7, 4.5 and 4.3 out of 5 respectively for integration.getapp.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Limit: administration
- Reviewers describe cumbersome permissions, user management and substantial setup or training effort for large deployments.trustradius.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Limit: estimating depth
- A Software Advice reviewer said the platform's estimating tools were weaker than competing products.softwareadvice.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Limit: interface and speed
- TrustRadius reviewers report slow or jagged sheet navigation, tricky model viewing and an interface that can be difficult to learn.trustradius.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Limit: mobile administration
- App Store reviewers say administration becomes difficult with many users and projects, including manual project-by-project user additions and limited reporting.apps.apple.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Limit: mobile login and offline use
- Google Play reviewers report frequent logouts, cross-platform editing differences and problems viewing or downloading project sheets.play.google.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Maker identity
- The product is made by Autodesk, Inc., a public software company.play.google.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Mobile app scope
- The Forma mobile app supports punch lists, markups, daily reports, current sheets, files, 3D models, RFIs, submittals and project correspondence.play.google.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Praise: collaboration
- GetApp reviewers commonly praise centralized documents, drawing version control, real-time collaboration and project coordination.getapp.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Praise: document control
- TrustRadius reviewers repeatedly value folder structures, file storage, permissions and version history as a shared project source.trustradius.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Preconstruction bundle
- Forma for Preconstruction includes Forma Takeoff, Forma Estimate, BuildingConnected Pro and four additional products.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Quantity aggregation
- The service combines 2D and 3D quantities with rollups and inventory views for auditing and updates.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Rating on Apple App Store
- The opened App Store review page displays user reviews but does not expose a current aggregate rating or rating count in its accessible text.apps.apple.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Rating on G2
- 4.4 out of 5 from 5,463 reviewsg2.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Rating on GetApp
- 4.3 out of 5 from 2,212 reviewsgetapp.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Rating on Google Play
- 2.7 out of 5 from 3.92K reviewsplay.google.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Rating on TrustRadius
- 8.5 out of 10 from 20 reviewstrustradius.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Security controls
- Autodesk describes secure coding and vulnerability scanning plus encryption in transit and at rest, identity controls and firewalling.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Self-hosting
- Forma Takeoff is delivered as Autodesk-hosted cloud software, and the official requirements page provides no self-hosted deployment option.help.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Subscription refunds
- Autodesk states a 30-day return period for annual or multi-year subscriptions and 15 days for monthly subscriptions.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Support
- Autodesk provides product help, on-demand learning, community forums, Autodesk Assistant and contact support for Forma Takeoff.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- System model
- Forma products are web-based and have no specific desktop hardware or operating-system requirements; RAM and CPU needs vary with project size.help.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- Trial terms
- The trial lasts 30 days, has no project or file-storage limits and does not require a credit card.construction.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026
- What it does
- Forma Takeoff is a cloud quantification service for producing 2D takeoffs and automated quantities from 3D building models.autodesk.com · read 14 Oct 2026