Cubit Estimating Review Australia 2026

AU-MadeConstruction estimating
2.0 / 5— SoftwareHQ AU Rating
Pricing verified 2026-03-20

Overview

Cubit Estimating is au-made construction estimating with integrated 3d takeoff and bim. Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Campbelltown, NSW, Australia (Building B, Suite 101, 4 Hyde Parade), it serves Australian businesses with local data hosting and AU-based support.

AU-made construction estimating with integrated 3D takeoff and BIM

AU Compliance Scores

BAS Lodgement
0/5
STP Phase 2
0/5
Payday Super
0/5
Modern Awards
0/5
GST Handling
2/5
Bank Feeds
0/5
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.

Cubit Estimating
$200/mo
AUD exc GST
Estimating and takeoff combined in a single view. Supports PDF, CAD, and image takeoffs with real-time estimate updates. Does not include BIM (IFC) support or AI tools. Suits estimators and contractors working with 2D plans.
  • Users: 1
  • Takeoff Formats: PDF, CAD (DWG/DXF), images
  • Bim Support: No
  • Ai Estimating: No
Most Popular
Cubit Estimating Professional
$266/mo
AUD exc GST
Advanced estimating with enhanced speed, accuracy, and efficiency features. Most popular plan for professional estimators and quantity surveyors who need advanced takeoff tools beyond the base tier.
  • Users: 1
  • Takeoff Formats: PDF, CAD (DWG/DXF), images
  • Bim Support: No
  • Ai Estimating: No
Cubit Estimating Enterprise
$299/mo
AUD exc GST
Full estimating and takeoff combined with BIM-based estimating power. Import IFC files, extract quantities from 3D models, and view takeoffs in 3D. Designed for commercial builders and QS firms working with BIM workflows.
  • Users: 1
  • Takeoff Formats: PDF, CAD (DWG/DXF), BIM (IFC), images
  • Bim Support: Yes
  • Ai Estimating: No

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • 40+ years of Australian construction software expertise — Buildsoft has been in the AU market since 1985, longer than any major competitor in the construction estimating category
  • Integrated takeoff and estimating in a single screen view eliminates switching between separate tools — the 'Natural Estimating' workflow is genuinely faster for experienced estimators
  • BIM-based estimating with IFC import and 3D visualisation (Enterprise plan) — extract quantities directly from Revit/ArchiCAD models, a capability not available in Buildxact or CostMiner at comparable price points
  • AI-powered takeoff tools for automatic symbol counting, area detection, and plan text scanning reduce manual measurement time on large plan sets
  • Supports the widest range of plan formats: PDF, CAD (DWG, DXF), BIM (IFC), and image files — covers both legacy 2D plans and modern BIM workflows
  • Flexible deployment: Windows desktop for performance-sensitive work or cloud-hosted (since 2021) for remote access with 99.95% uptime and managed backups
  • Australian-based support team with local phone number (1300 157 212) and Zendesk help centre — no overnight timezone issues for AU businesses
  • Cordell Direct integration provides access to Australian construction cost database for material pricing data

Cons

  • Limited integrations outside the Buildsoft ecosystem — no confirmed two-way accounting sync with Xero or MYOB, unlike Buildxact which offers native bidirectional integration
  • Mandatory 12-month minimum subscription term with no month-to-month option — you're locked in even if the product doesn't suit your workflow
  • Desktop version is Windows-only — Mac users must use the cloud version or run a virtual machine (Parallels), adding complexity and cost
  • Data hosting location and cloud provider not publicly disclosed — AU data sovereignty cannot be confirmed for the cloud-hosted version
  • No end-to-end job management: Cubit handles estimating and takeoff only, not scheduling, invoicing, purchase orders, or progress claims — you'll need separate software for post-estimate workflows
  • Recently acquired by Canadian firm Valsoft Corporation (December 2024) — introduces uncertainty about long-term AU-focused product development priorities
  • BIM/IFC support restricted to the most expensive Enterprise plan ($299/month +GST) — Professional plan users working with BIM must upgrade

Who Is Cubit Estimating Best For?

  • Quantity Surveyor
  • Commercial Builder
  • Estimator
  • Subcontractor

Cubit Estimating may not be the best fit for:

  • Sole Trader
  • Small Residential Builder
  • Integration Dependent
  • Mac User

Cubit Estimating Alternatives

If Cubit Estimating doesn’t quite fit your needs, consider these alternatives for Australian businesses:

  • Buildxact — AU-made estimating and job management for residential builders. From $169/mo inc. GST.
  • 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.