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Beam AI vs. Beck Technology’s DESTINI Estimator
Beam AI vs. Beck Technology’s DESTINI Estimator
Why Beam AI is the best DESTINI Estimator Alternative for Estimators

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Why Our Customers Vouch for Beam AI
Frequently asked questions
What is Beam AI, and how does it differ from DESTINI Estimator by Beck Technology?
Beam AI is a fully automated takeoff solution that delivers quantity takeoffs across 15+ trades with ±1% in-house accuracy, within 24–72 hours. Every takeoff is reviewed by a professional estimator, so users don’t need to perform manual edits or quality checks.
In contrast, Beck Technologies' DESTINI Estimator is a semi-automated platform primarily for manual takeoffs. It only supports a limited number of trades and still requires the estimator to perform the final quality checks and configuration manually.
What are the main benefits of using Beam AI over Beck Technologys’ DESTINI Estimator?
100% automated takeoffs — no manual work or estimator time required
High accuracy — within ±1% due to estimator-reviewed outputs
Complete trade coverage — supports 15+ trades vs. DESTINI Estimator’s 6
No training or setup needed — minimal learning curve and no installation
Quick addenda updates — detects addenda and delivers comparison reports instantly
Scope of AI Automation — Detects quantities, reads specs/notes, flags changes, and delivers ready-to-use outputs
What types of trades does Beam AI support?
Unlike Beck Technologys’ DESTINI Estimator , Beam AI supports takeoffs for 15+ trades, covering the entire steel package—structural, architectural, and miscellaneous. This includes beams, columns, joists, lintels, plates, stairs, railings, anchors, stiffeners, and more.Beam AI not only automates your takeoffs but also gives you complete control to customize and edit them across multiple trades simultaneously. You can easily customize your takeoff using built-in editing tools, and our detailed report feature lets you see and edit all measurements in one place.
Can users customize their takeoff reports in Beam AI?
Beam AI not only automates your takeoffs but also gives you complete control to customize and edit them across multiple trades simultaneously. You can easily customize your takeoff using built-in editing tools, and our detailed report feature lets you see and edit all measurements in one place.
Beam AI supports multiple export options, including Excel, annotated PDFs, view-only links, and detailed sheets. You can also define your scope of work upfront, and every takeoff is reviewed by a professional estimator to ensure accuracy before delivery.
How can I get started with Beam AI?
Getting started is simple:
Upload your site plans in PDF format.
Define your scope of work.
Submit the project for AI processing.
Receive your estimator-reviewed, bid-ready takeoff within 1-3 days
You can book a demo to see it in action and even get your first takeoff done at no cost.