Trimble AutoBid
About Trimble AutoBid
Trimble® AutoBid Mechanical is the market leading estimating software for commercial and industrial mechanical, piping and plumbing contractors. Providing contractors with Integrated OnScreen View graphical takeoff, automatic fitting generation, value engineering, a database of over 100,000 items and multiple industry standard labor books. Trimble AutoBid helps contractors create accurate bids and gain a competitive advantage on bid day. Save money with one cost-effective subscription to meet your needs from estimating through bid submittal - all without a large investment upfront.
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- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 501–1,000 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 9.0 /10
AutoBid SheetMetal Review
Reviewed on 18/01/2019
I have been a ABSM user since 1998 and seen the software grow with the industry. Our HVAC estimating...
I have been a ABSM user since 1998 and seen the software grow with the industry. Our HVAC estimating capacity has had to increase as the company grew and as the Lead HVAC estimator I have had to opportunity to change software and found ABSM to continually lead the industry. I can't imagine using anything else.
Pros
Common database that is shared by all estimators. It's very fast. Anyone can access the software as long as they have a username/ password and a licence is available. Access can be limited on a individual user level. You can build anything you come across. The functionality of the assemblies is incredible.
Cons
Labor categories are limited to shop and field in reports though user defined categories are available. i.e. Commissioning/Start-up. These categories do not receive correction factors. New users find it overwhelming. Database and takeoff is now one program so only one can be opened at a time.
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 7.0 /10
Pretty good software, has some difficulties
Reviewed on 7/09/2023
It has made our takeoff process a lot simpler, we print less plan sets. Sped up our overall process.
It has made our takeoff process a lot simpler, we print less plan sets. Sped up our overall process.
Pros
The on screen takeoff looks nice, pretty intuitive once you get used to it
Cons
The lack of keyboard shortcuts for basic takeoff features. It would really speed up the process
Reasons for Choosing Trimble AutoBid
Wanted to use the onscreen takeoff on a product we hoped would be steadily updated and have increased functionality and support.Reasons for Switching to Trimble AutoBid
We use many Autodesk products and hoped the support/updates would remain consistent and the software would remain for years to come.- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Monthly for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 5.0 /10
We have cancelled our subscription.
Reviewed on 7/09/2023
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We have cancelled our subscription. Did not use it enough
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We have cancelled our subscription. Did not use it enough
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 2–10 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Likelihood to recommend 8.0 /10
Software refresh
Reviewed on 7/09/2023
All in all its alright. I'm winning jobs with it but I still need to do things by hand. I have so...
All in all its alright. I'm winning jobs with it but I still need to do things by hand. I have so much to learn as I know I'm only scratching the surface of its capabilities
Pros
I like the speed in which you can take off projects.
Cons
I don't like dealing with errors after calculatingI don't like the cost of 1 on 1 trainingI don't like that specs are all over the place and that I have to edit constantlyI don't like that there arrnt any quick keys to do things quicker
- Industry: Construction
- Company size: 51–200 Employees
- Used Daily for 2+ years
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- Value for Money
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- Likelihood to recommend 10.0 /10
My Take on the state of current Auto Bid system
Reviewed on 8/09/2023
From begining to end from quick pen Dos through the current version of Auto bid it has allowed us...
From begining to end from quick pen Dos through the current version of Auto bid it has allowed us to bid more work with fewer people in shorter time frames without compromising accuracy.
Pros
It allows estimators flexibility to use a tool that they can trust to be consistent and accurate.
Cons
The lack of ability to link Auto Bid Mechanical rapid reports with Auto Bid Sheet Metal that will work more than once.
Trimble AutoBid FAQs
Below are some frequently asked questions for Trimble AutoBid.Q. What type of pricing plans does Trimble AutoBid offer?
Trimble AutoBid offers the following pricing plans:
- Starting from: US$1.00
- Pricing model: Free Version
- Free Trial: Available
Q. Who are the typical users of Trimble AutoBid?
Trimble AutoBid has the following typical customers:
Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000
Q. What languages does Trimble AutoBid support?
Trimble AutoBid supports the following languages:
English
Q. Does Trimble AutoBid support mobile devices?
Trimble AutoBid supports the following devices:
Q. What other apps does Trimble AutoBid integrate with?
We do not have any information about what integrations Trimble AutoBid has
Q. What level of support does Trimble AutoBid offer?
Trimble AutoBid offers the following support options:
Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat
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