Overview
Buildxact is au-made estimating and job management for residential builders. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Melbourne, Australia (411 Collins Street), it serves Australian businesses with local data hosting and AU-based support.
AU-made estimating and job management for residential builders
AU Compliance Scores
BAS Lodgement0/5
STP Phase 20/5
Payday Super0/5
Modern Awards0/5
GST Handling3/5
Bank Feeds0/5
Modern Awards NoteN/A — no HR or award interpretation features.
Pricing (AUD inc. GST)
All prices below are in Australian dollars (GST not included). Pricing verified as of 2026-03-20.
Entry
$169/mo
AUD exc GST
Estimating and digital takeoff only. Includes Blu AI takeoff assistant, supplier pricing integration, and quoting. Does not include scheduling, job management, or invoicing. Suits builders who only need estimating.
- Users: 1
- Estimating: Yes
- Takeoffs: Yes
- Supplier Pricing: Yes
- Scheduling: No
- Job Management: No
- Purchase Orders: No
- Invoicing: No
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Pro
$289/mo
AUD exc GST
Full platform access including estimating, scheduling, job management, purchase orders, invoicing, and accounting integration. Includes 2 users. Best for small building businesses running multiple jobs.
- Users: 2
- Estimating: Yes
- Takeoffs: Yes
- Supplier Pricing: Yes
- Scheduling: Yes
- Job Management: Yes
- Purchase Orders: Yes
- Invoicing: Yes
- Accounting Sync: Yes
Team
$449/mo
AUD exc GST
Full platform for teams with 4 included users. Adds client portal and progress claims. Designed for growing building businesses with multiple staff and concurrent projects.
- Users: 4
- Estimating: Yes
- Takeoffs: Yes
- Supplier Pricing: Yes
- Scheduling: Yes
- Job Management: Yes
- Purchase Orders: Yes
- Invoicing: Yes
- Accounting Sync: Yes
- Client Portal: Yes
- Progress Claims: Yes
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 100% Australian-made and owned — platform is designed around Australian residential construction workflows, supplier ecosystems, and terminology
- AI-powered takeoff assistant (Blu) significantly speeds up plan measurement and quantity counting, with claimed 80% time reduction versus manual takeoffs
- Live supplier pricing pulls real-time material costs directly from dealers' price lists, eliminating outdated spreadsheet-based pricing
- Native two-way sync with Xero, MYOB AccountRight, and QuickBooks Online eliminates double-entry of financial data
- End-to-end workflow from takeoff through estimating, scheduling, purchase orders, invoicing, and progress claims in one platform
- All plans include training, support, and software upgrades — no hidden maintenance or upgrade fees
- Client portal (Team plan) allows homeowners to review and approve quotes digitally, reducing approval bottlenecks
- 14-day free trial available to test the platform before committing
Cons
- Expensive for sole traders — Entry plan starts at $169/month ex-GST ($185.90 inc. GST) with no free tier, which is hard to justify for builders doing 1-2 small jobs per month
- Entry plan is estimating-only — scheduling, job management, invoicing, and accounting sync require the $289/month Pro plan, effectively doubling the cost for full functionality
- Data hosting location is not publicly disclosed — builders concerned about Australian data sovereignty cannot verify where their project data is stored
- No traditional inbound phone support for technical issues — support is via scheduled 15-minute Calendly callbacks and daily Zoom Q&A sessions, which may not suit urgent mid-job problems
- MYOB integration lacks Import Bills functionality that Xero and QuickBooks users get, making MYOB the weaker accounting integration option
- Focused primarily on residential construction — commercial builders and civil contractors may find the feature set insufficient for larger, more complex project types
- Additional user costs ($67-$87/month per user) add up quickly for growing teams — a 6-person team on the Team plan costs $623-$623/month before GST
Who Is Buildxact Best For?
- Residential Builder
- Renovator
- Small Building Business
- Trades Estimator
Buildxact may not be the best fit for:
- Sole Trader Handyman
- Commercial Builder
- Civil Contractor
Buildxact Alternatives
If Buildxact doesn’t quite fit your needs, consider these alternatives for Australian businesses:
- CostMiner — Cloud-based estimating and takeoff for AU builders and QS. From $55/mo inc. GST.
- STACK — Cloud-based AI-powered takeoff and estimating for contractors. From $216.58/mo inc. GST.
- Cubit Estimating — AU-made construction estimating with integrated 3D takeoff and BIM. From $200/mo inc. GST.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Buildxact cost in Australia?
Buildxact offers three plans in AUD (ex-GST): Entry at $169/month (estimating and takeoff only, 1 user), Pro at $289/month (full platform, 2 users), and Team at $449/month (full platform, 4 users). Annual plans save 15%. Additional users cost $67-$87/month depending on your plan. All plans include training, support, and software upgrades.
Does Buildxact integrate with Xero and MYOB?
Yes. Buildxact has native two-way sync with Xero, MYOB AccountRight, and QuickBooks Online (AU/NZ). Invoices, purchase orders, and bills sync bidirectionally. Note that the Import Bills feature works with Xero and QuickBooks but NOT with MYOB. Multi-factor authentication is required for all accounting integrations.
Is Buildxact Australian-made?
Yes. Buildxact is 100% Australian-made and owned, headquartered at 411 Collins Street, Melbourne. It was originally created as part of the Master Builders' Builder Registration Course in 2010 and formally established as a company in 2011. It now operates globally with offices in Australia and the US.
Does Buildxact offer a free trial?
Yes, Buildxact offers a 14-day free trial for 1 user. There is no free tier — after the trial, you must subscribe to a paid plan to continue using the software.
Where is Buildxact data hosted?
Buildxact states that data is stored in a 'safe and redundant environment which guarantees availability and the highest levels of security 24 hours a day.' However, the specific hosting location and cloud provider are not publicly disclosed. If Australian data sovereignty is important for your business, contact Buildxact directly to confirm hosting arrangements.
What is the Blu AI takeoff assistant?
Blu is Buildxact's AI-powered building assistant that automatically measures, scales, and preps digital takeoffs from uploaded construction plans. It can name floor plan pages and rooms, count materials, and connect quantities to your cost estimates. Buildxact claims it reduces takeoff time by up to 80% compared to manual methods.