Software Comparisons

Buildertrend vs Planyard

This global page gives a high-level comparison between Planyard and Buildertrend so you can understand the main differences before choosing a regional deep dive.

On this page

  • Reviews at a glance
  • Quick summary (global)
  • Side-by-side comparison
  • Why teams pick each product
  • Implementation timelines
  • Who should choose what
  • Pricing note and links
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Reviews at a glance

Global ratings from Capterra and the Xero App Store (where available).

Programme Rating Summary
Planyard (Capterra) 4.6 / 5.0 ✔ Recognised for simple rollout, QS-friendly design and accurate cost control.
Planyard (Xero App Store) 4.8 / 5.0 ✔ Praised for reducing duplicate entry and keeping ledgers clean.
Buildertrend (Capterra) 4.5 / 5.0 ✔ Popular with residential builders for schedules, selections and client portals.

Quick summary (global)

  • Planyard. Focused on project-side cost control, forecasting and approvals. Integrates with Xero, QuickBooks and (region permitting) Sage. Transparent pricing and rapid rollout.
  • Buildertrend. An all-in-one platform for residential builders. Combines schedules, selections, change orders and client communications with accounting integrations. Mainly applicable for the US market – UK and European companies often mention issues with processes that don’t work.

Side-by-side comparison

Aspect Planyard Buildertrend
Primary focus Project-side cost control with forecasting and CVR All-in-one management for residential builders
Time to implement ✔ Days to pilot a live project ✔ Days to weeks depending on modules
Ease of use ✔ Built for QS/commercial and PM roles ✔ Easy for field and client collaboration
Reporting ✔ Real-time CVR and forecasting ✖ Job budget reports; deeper analysis varies
Accounting integrations Xero, QuickBooks Online and Sage QuickBooks Online and Xero
Pricing ✔ Transparent per-user plans with free trial ✖ By quote via sales

Why teams pick Planyard

  • Commercial control. Budgets, commitments, forecasting and approvals in one place.
  • Accurate reporting. Live CVR and early visibility into cost overruns.
  • Ledger-friendly. Posts only approved, coded invoices to Xero, QuickBooks or Sage.
  • Transparent pricing. Clear per-user cost and a free trial.

Why teams pick Buildertrend

  • All-in-one platform. Combines project management, scheduling and client experience tools.
  • Residential focus. Ideal for home builders and remodelers.
  • Client communication. Built-in portals for selections, change orders and updates.
  • Integrations. Works with QuickBooks and Xero for accounting.

Implementation timelines

Product Typical duration Steps
Planyard ✔ A few days to pilot
  1. Connect accounting
  2. Import budget and codes
  3. Pilot a live project
Buildertrend ✔ Days to weeks
  1. Configure chosen modules
  2. Train project and client users

Who should choose what

  • Choose Planyard if your goal is accurate cost control, forecasting and approvals next to your ledger.
  • Choose Buildertrend if you are a residential builder who wants scheduling, selections and client communication in one platform.

Pricing and packages

Planyard offers transparent per-user plans and a free trial (regional pricing may vary). Buildertrend pricing is provided by quote through their sales team.

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Maliyet Hesaplama Paketi

$52
/ month / project manager
 

Maliyet Hesaplama

Ücretsiz deneyin

Temel Paket

$105
/ month / project manager
$43
for supporting staff
Destek rolleri veya paydaşlar için mükemmel—kullanıcıların bilgilendirilmesini ve katkıda bulunmasını sağlarken, tam platform izinleri olmadan temel proje özelliklerine ve önemli finansal verilere erişim sağlar.

Genellikle seçilenler: saha mühendisleri, müşteriler, tahminciler veya denetçiler.

Maliyet Hesaplama ve Bütçe Kontrolü

  • Maliyet Hesaplama paketindeki tüm özellikleri içerir
  • Bütçeleri ve gerçekleşen harcamaları takip edin
  • Satın alma faturalarını otomatik yönetin
  • Aktif projelerin maliyet verilerini yeniden kullanarak tahmin yapın
  • Faturaları Xero ve QuickBooks ile senkronize edin
Ücretsiz deneyin

Profesyonel Paket

$158
/ month / project manager
$43
for supporting staff
Destek rolleri veya paydaşlar için mükemmel—kullanıcıların bilgilendirilmesini ve katkıda bulunmasını sağlarken, tam platform izinleri olmadan temel proje özelliklerine ve önemli finansal verilere erişim sağlar.

Genellikle seçilenler: saha mühendisleri, müşteriler, tahminciler veya denetçiler.

Maliyet, Bütçe ve Satın Alma Yönetimi

  • Temel Paket özelliklerinin tamamını içerir
  • Satın alma siparişlerini oluşturun ve yönetin
  • Bütçelerdeki taahhüt edilmiş maliyetleri takip edin
  • Proje kârlılığını gerçek zamanlı olarak tahmin edin
  • Nakit akışı projeksiyonları oluşturun
  • Müşteri sözleşmelerini ve ilerleme raporlarını yönetin
Ücretsiz deneyin

Genişletilmiş Paket

$210
/ month / project manager
$43
for supporting staff
Destek rolleri veya paydaşlar için mükemmel—kullanıcıların bilgilendirilmesini ve katkıda bulunmasını sağlarken, tam platform izinleri olmadan temel proje özelliklerine ve önemli finansal verilere erişim sağlar.

Genellikle seçilenler: saha mühendisleri, müşteriler, tahminciler veya denetçiler.

Tüm Özelliklerle Tam Fonksiyonellik

  • Profesyonel Paket özelliklerinin tamamını içerir
  • Taşeron ve tedarikçi tekliflerini otomatikleştirin
  • Alt yüklenici sözleşmelerini ve ilerlemeleri takip edin
  • Alt yüklenici değişiklik emirlerini yönetin
  • Alt yüklenici ödeme taleplerini yönetin
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In one paragraph

Planyard delivers project-side cost control, forecasting and approvals that connect directly to accounting. Buildertrend is a strong all-in-one for residential builders with scheduling and client portals. Choose Planyard for commercial control; choose Buildertrend for broader project management. For local differences, read the UK or US pages.

Sources and last updated: Public vendor listings on Capterra and Xero App Store, Planyard and Buildertrend websites, October–November 2025. Last reviewed 5 November 2025.