--- description: Learn how STACK can help your business. GetApp provides users in South Africa with the most detailed information on software tools, prices and features. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/getapp/og_logo-94fd2a03a6c7a0e54fc0c9e21a1c0ce9.png title: STACK Reviews, Prices & Ratings | GetApp South Africa 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Construction Estimating Software](/directory/27/construction-estimating/software) > [STACK](/software/105963/stack) # STACK Canonical: https://www.getapp.za.com/software/105963/stack Page: 1 / 55\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/105963/stack?page=2) > STACK is the best, cloud-based takeoff and estimating software for construction contractors. STACK software is easy-to-use, Mac \& PC compatible, and has powerful, time-saving AI features. > > Verdict: Rated **4.5/5** by 1348 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Key benefits of STACK STACK functions as a cloud-based, floating license, affording users the flexibility to access STACK and utilize its features on the go, at any time. Users can create customizable takeoff and estimating reports, stimulating valuable insight into bidding processes. Includes an integrated cost database as well as the option to import customized pricing. STACK includes advanced measurement and markup tools, enabling users to calculate cost estimates accurately. STACK offers on-demand training and automatic software updates, providing users with ongoing support and up-to-date software improvements. STACK facilitates comprehensive project organization, giving users a calendar dashboard and OCR, auto naming and bookmarking capabilities. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.5/5** | 1348 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.5/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.7/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 90% | (9/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: Stack Construction Technologies - **Location**: Cincinnati, US - **Founded**: 2011 ## Commercial Context - **Starting Price**: US$2 599,00 - **Pricing model**: Flat Rate (Free version available) (Free Trial) - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1 000, 1 001–5 000, 5 001–10 000, 10 000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop) - **Supported Languages**: English - **Available Countries**: Australia, Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, South Africa, United Kingdom, United States ## Features - API - Activity Dashboard - Aerial Measurement - Assembly Takeoff - Audit Trail - Automatic Backup - Bid Management - Billing & Invoicing - Built-In Database - Calendar Management - Collaboration Tools - Commercial - Commercial/Industrial - Contract/License Management - Contractor Database - Cost Database - Cost Estimating - Cost Tracking - Customer Database - Customizable Reports ## Integrations (15 total) - Acumatica Cloud ERP - Autodesk Forma - Billd - Dropbox Business - FollowUp CRM - Google Drive - Microsoft Excel - Nearmap - OneDrive - Procore - QuickBooks Desktop - QuickBooks Online - Sage 300 - Sage Intacct - TopBuilder ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - Chat ## Category - [Construction Estimating Software](https://www.getapp.za.com/directory/27/construction-estimating/software) ## Related Categories - [Construction Estimating Software](https://www.getapp.za.com/directory/27/construction-estimating/software) - [Construction Project Management Software](https://www.getapp.za.com/directory/28/construction-management/software) - [Takeoff Software](https://www.getapp.za.com/directory/825/takeoff/software) - [Roofing Software](https://www.getapp.za.com/directory/1381/roofing/software) - [HVAC Estimating Software](https://www.getapp.za.com/directory/1111/hvac-estimating/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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I can export final dwgs and reports so that my sales rep can go back and see exactly what I quoted and where. All the work is saved so I can back and reference it or change it if plans change. The lines and symbols are easy to read and quick to set up. You can dimension the plans when needed and add call outs. The cloud tool is useful for items I have a question about. I can even copy and paste a line several times instead of having to draw it out each time. Being able to add labels to the takeoff is crucial. It makes my quotes much more powerful when I say exactly where I found each product. It also helps if there is a change to the plan later. I can easily remove one section by using the Geometric Report instead of having to dig through all the plans. The ability to use two screens is awesome\! When I find a particular detail and have to match it to the plan, it is much easier to have one screen with the detail and one with the plan. > > **Cons**: Some things are not customizable. I can't change the default dimension color or size. But once you set it, it remembers the changes for that page only. I can't rearrange the sheets with the tabs on top. I have to open them in the order I need. So if I find a detail on another sheet, I may have to close some tabs and them reopen them in the order I need. It does integrate with Excel reports, but Excel charges a monthly subscription for that. I am also waiting for the symbol search tool. ----- ### "Excellent over product." — 5.0/5 > **Rebecca** | *12 October 2021* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: I purchased stack mainly for it's ability to produce quick estimates for construction projects, and it does just that. It is easy to measure and create estimates for large and small projects. > > **Cons**: Breaking down the project by material cost and creating a proposal with all of the information has been the most difficult part of using stack. The process is complicated with many steps and I hope to gain more insight because this is a very important part. > > I am able to easily create estimates without a lot manual work as I used to before. ----- ### "Worst customer service I have encountered across any platform." — 1.0/5 > **Elijah** | *04 February 2022* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 0.0/10 > > **Pros**: The trainer was knowledgeable and polite, but software itself was clunky and over complicated. Too many options with slight variations for the same things. > > **Cons**: My experience with Stack’s customer service has been the worst I have ever encountered. I am a new business owner in the construction industry in Florida. We do have a good network of clients, but it is small, and I told the salesman that I only do a handful of new builds a year and I could not justify Stack’s high yearly rate. The “demo” for stack only comes with 10 measurements and he insisted I would see the value once I had full access the system. He also offered a 25% discount if I completed the sale with him on the phone (a tactic to push you into a rushed decision which I stupidly fell for). I said I would try it out and we went through the purchasing process. Again, feeling as though I was against the clock and trying to rush through while on the phone, I did not click the terms and conditions link. I was then set up for 3 trainings, each an hour long. A lot of training, for an easy-to-use program…After the first training it became abundantly clear this program would bring no value to my company. No harm no foul right? I contacted the Customer service rep and informed them that, as I thought, this program was not right for me, and I would like a refund. It was inside a week, and I had not produced anything close to a useable quote. I stay very busy, and do not have time to take classes on how to constantly update this software. I was contacted a day or so later by \[SENSITIVE CONTENT\] to inform me that, even though it is against their policy to issue ANY refunds > > (stated in terms and conditions), they were going to make an exception, and provide me a full refund. 6 hours later, \[SENSITIVE CONTENT\] called me back to inform me she had called the wrong customer, and they were not going to be able to give me a refund after all. After going over the above scenario again, she said that as an adult, I should take responsibility for completing the sale without taking the time to read through the terms and conditions. Nothing like being insulted by a “Customer Success Manager”. I told her I would like to speak with her supervisor, and she assured me I would be contacted by EOD today. I was not. I have been in the industry for some time, and for a zero-refund policy to be enforced on a product with virtually no demo is unheard of, especially when they can log on and see that I have received NOTHING of value from them. Instead, Stack has resorted to bullying and insults. She also assured me all upcoming trainings would be canceled, but I wound up doing that after both trainers reached out to me. At this point, it is possible she “forgot” to put the request in, like she “forgot” to cancel the upcoming trainings. Just make sure you want to be married to these guys for a full year before you sign\! ----- ### "DCC, LLC Review" — 5.0/5 > **Clay** | *21 July 2023* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 9.0/10 > > **Pros**: Ease of use of take off feature. We use STACK solely for taking off jobs. > > **Cons**: Not user friendly on cell phone. Wish there was an app so I could look up take off quantities and take something off in the field on my phone. Also, I wish the estimating feature was easier to use. I probably just don't understand it very well yet. > > I use it solely for taking off projects and it is great for that. ----- ### "Great Option for Takeoff Software" — 5.0/5 > **Layne** | *09 May 2022* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Takeoff is very easy to use, Assemblies feature is amazing and saves so much time once it is setup. I appreciate that the system is cloud based, this really makes things run much more smoothly and easily. Integrations with Dropbox and Google Drive are also helpful. > > **Cons**: Organization of takeoffs could be improved. There is no undo button which sounds minimal but it can be extremely cumbersome at times. I also dislike that measurements can't be set to round to the nearest whole number - who honestly needs to measure down to a tenth of an inch shown in decimal format? These are really minor things in the overall user experience but annoying nonetheless. Overall I am very happy with Stack over alternative options for takeoff software. > > STACK is a great solution for takeoffs - I previously used On Screen Takeoff which I really enjoyed using, but STACK offers a better user experience in my opinion. I am overall pleased with how the software works. ----- Page: 1 / 55\ Next: [Next page](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/105963/stack?page=2) ## Links - [View on GetApp](https://www.getapp.za.com/software/105963/stack) ## This page is available in the following languages | Locale | URL | | de | | | de-AT | | | en | | | en-AE | | | en-AU | | | en-CA | | | en-GB | | | en-IE | | | en-NZ | | | en-SG | | | en-ZA | | | es | | | es-CL | | | es-CO | | | es-MX | | | fr | | | fr-BE | | | fr-CA | | | nl | | | nl-BE | | | pt | | | pt-PT | | ----- ## Structured Data