PlanSwift
What it is
PlanSwift is installed Windows desktop software for construction takeoffs and estimating. It lets contractors and estimators measure areas, lengths, counts, slopes, and volumes directly on digital plans, then apply labor and material assemblies to calculate costs. PlanSwift also supports plan overlays and comparisons, annotations, cutouts, grids, and multi-scale plans. Users can send takeoff values to Excel, keep linked cells updated as values change, initiate takeoffs from Excel, and use Excel templates. Supported plan formats include PDF, DWG, DXF, JPG, TIFF/TIF, and PLN; DWF imports have variable compatibility. Its Takeoff BOOST tools include Auto Takeoff, Auto Count, Auto Scale, and Auto Bookmark. Assemblies, items, properties, templates, formulas, input fields, plugins, and starter packs can be customized. PlanSwift runs on Windows 10 and 11 and is not browser-based. It is designed for commercial and residential construction across trades such as electrical, concrete, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, and flooring. Pricing is paid, from $1,500/user/yr, with a 14-day trial. Listed annual plans are Essential at $2,000 for one seat and Core at $3,000 for one seat.
For and against
For
- Measures areas, lengths, counts, slopes, and volumes on digital plans.
- Calculates costs using labor and material assemblies.
- Live Excel Link updates connected cells as takeoff values change.
- Takeoff BOOST includes four automated takeoff tools.
- Customizable assemblies, templates, formulas, plugins, and starter packs.
Against
- Runs on Windows, not natively on Mac or in a browser.
- The trial lasts 14 days; there is no free plan.
- Not tested on Windows Home or supported in server and Remote Desktop environments.
- Annual Essential and Core plans list one seat each.
Who it suits
PlanSwift suits general contractors, specialty trade contractors, and estimators working in commercial or residential construction. Its measurements and assemblies support trades including electrical, concrete, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, and flooring.
Getting started
- Download and install the Windows desktop application.
- Use a Windows 10 or Windows 11 system.
- Start with the 14-day free trial, which requires no credit card.
- Choose Essential or Core for an annual paid plan.
- Import plans in a supported format and begin measuring takeoffs.
Limits to know
The free trial lasts 14 days. Essential is $2,000 per year for one seat; Core is $3,000 per year for one seat.
The verdict
Choose PlanSwift if you need Windows construction takeoff software with cost assemblies, Excel connections, and customizable workflows. Look elsewhere if you need a native Mac or browser-based application, or if the 14-day trial and paid plans do not fit.
Questions
What does PlanSwift cost?
The listed starting price is $1,500/user/yr. Essential costs $2,000 per year for one seat, and Core costs $3,000 per year for one seat.
Is there a free plan or trial?
There is no free plan. A 14-day trial is available at $0 and requires no credit card.
Which platforms does PlanSwift support?
PlanSwift is installed desktop software for Windows 10 and Windows 11. It is not browser-based and is not natively available for Mac, though it can run through Boot Camp or a virtual machine with supported Windows.
Which plan files can it import?
Supported formats include PDF, DWG, DXF, JPG, TIFF/TIF, and PLN. DWF imports may have variable compatibility.
What is included in Takeoff BOOST?
The suite includes Auto Takeoff, Auto Count, Auto Scale, and Auto Bookmark. The Core plan includes the full suite and unlimited Auto Takeoff.
Does PlanSwift connect with Excel?
Yes. It offers Excel export, a Live Excel Link that updates connected cells when takeoff values change, Excel-initiated takeoff, and Excel templates.
Facts on the record
- Add-ons
- Trade-specific plugins and starter packs are available, and the official plugin page lists prices such as $149, $349, and $99 with optional 14-day trials on several products.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- AI tools
- Takeoff BOOST includes Auto Takeoff, Auto Count, Auto Scale, and Auto Bookmark.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Customization
- Users can customize assemblies, items, properties, templates, formulas, input fields, plugins, and starter packs.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Desktop platform
- PlanSwift is an installed Windows desktop application and is not browser-based.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Excel integration
- PlanSwift provides Excel export, a Live Excel Link that updates connected cells as takeoff values change, Excel-initiated takeoff, and Excel templates.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Founded
- 2007planswift.com · read 28 Sept 2026
- Headquarters
- Cincinnati, Ohio, United Statesplanswift.com · read 28 Sept 2026
- Integrations
- PS-Connect imports plans from the ConstructConnect Bid Center directly into PlanSwift and is compatible with PS 10.3+ and Windows 11.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Mac limitation
- PlanSwift is not available natively for Mac, but can run through Boot Camp or a virtual machine such as Parallels with supported Windows.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Notable deployment limits
- PlanSwift is not tested on Windows Home editions and is not tested or supported in server or Remote Desktop environments.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Operating systems
- The supported operating systems listed are Windows 10 and Windows 11.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Support
- Support is available Monday through Friday, 8am–7pm EST by phone and email, with an online Help Center, downloads, training videos, webinars, classroom training, and personalized 1-on-1 training.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Supported files
- Supported plan formats are PDF, DWG, DXF, JPG, TIFF/TIF, and PLN; DWF may also be imported with variable compatibility.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Takeoff capabilities
- The software measures areas, lengths, counts, slopes, and volumes directly on digital plans and includes overlays, comparisons, annotations, cutouts, grids, and multi-scale plans.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- What it does
- PlanSwift is Windows desktop construction takeoff and estimating software for measuring digital plans, applying material and labor assemblies, calculating costs, connecting takeoff to Excel, creating reports, and customizing workflows.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026
- Who it is for
- PlanSwift is designed for general contractors, specialty trade contractors, and estimators in commercial and residential construction across trades including electrical, concrete, HVAC, plumbing, roofing, flooring, and more.planswift.com · read 1 Oct 2026