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- Plan & Spec Management
Evaluate new bid opportunities, search full plan sets, compare plan versions and more.
Quantity TakeoffCalculate material & labor with quick and accurate digital measurement tools.
Estimates & ProposalsLeverage integrated items, assemblies and regional pricing to prepare winning bids.
The ROI of Estimating Accuracy: How STACK Customers are Winning More
Consistent estimating accuracy builds confidence, speeds up bidding, and drives more profitable wins. STACK customers are proving this every day with higher win rates and revenue growth.
- Customer Spotlight
STACK Powers Demotik’s Leap in Efficiency and Profit Margins
Demotik, a super-subcontractor based out of Cypress, Texas, achieved 50-75% better productivity with STACK!
- Resource Center
STACK's central hub for all the essential tools, insights and information you need to get started.
Help & TrainingSTACK's go-to resources for quick answers, video tutorials, support and more.
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STACK vs. Bluebeam
"I used to use Bluebeam. STACK is definitely better."
Masonry Dixie, Inc | Dahlonega, GA
From faster, AI‑powered takeoffs to seamless analytics and team collaboration, STACK outperforms Bluebeam where it counts.
Why STACK Beats Bluebeam in Key Areas
AI-Assisted Takeoffs & Estimating
Bluebeam
While Bluebeam is enhancing AI features like 3D Drawings and Auto‑Align, these are still centered on visualization—not core estimating workflows.
STACK
STACK delivers instant, accurate material counts—no manual alignment—boosting bid speed and accuracy with cloud flexibility.
Why does it matter?
Get to more bids faster, reduce risk from manual errors, and get clarity from day one.
Speed & Usability
Bluebeam
With Bluebeam, you’ll be bogged down by acomplex user interface and a steep learning curve.
STACK
With an easy-to-use interface and quick onboarding, you’ll be working 3x faster with STACK
Why does it matter?
Rapid adoption means less training time and more productivity across your team.
Field-to-Office Collaboration
Bluebeam
Bluebeam’s desktop-based program lacks built-in analytics and takeoff tracking.
STACK
Access STACK anywhere with real‑time dashboards and daily field activity reports.
Why does it matter?
Standardize across your entire tech stack and keep everyone aligned—and up to date.
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Cloud-Based Takeoff & Estimating | ||
Auto Count & Custom Material Assemblies | ||
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Multi-Window View for Touchscreens | ||
Plan Tagging & Labeling | ||
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And so much more. To learn more about every feature we’ve got, check out our features page.
Switching to STACK is easy with 5 simple steps
Changing construction software doesn’t have to be a headache. Making the switch to STACK is an investment in the future efficiency and success of your business.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes—STACK customers consistently report takeoffs that are 3× faster, more intuitive, and easier to train on than Bluebeam
Absolutely. STACK’s dashboard and document tracking tools let you spot and update scope changes instantly, without rebuilding entire takeoffs.
STACK leverages AI-powered auto-counts and customizable assemblies directly in the estimating flow—while Bluebeam’s AI is still limited to alignment and visual tools.
Yes! STACK runs in the browser or native apps on Mac, Linux, iOS, Android, even offline. Bluebeam is only Windows based. With STACK, you aren’t limited by platform, operating system, or location.
STACK offers world‑class onboarding, training, and responsive support—with regular updates. Many customers note support is a key reason they switched from Bluebeam
