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Beam AI vs PrebuiltML
Why Beam AI is the Best PrebuiltML Alternative
Stop spending hours tracing lines and polygons manually. Beam AI fully automates your takeoffs - helping you save 90% time and bid 2x more jobs.
Trusted by 900+ businesses across the US & Canada
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Get your AI takeoff in 4 simple steps
Beam AI does automated takeoffs for you and delivers them in 24-72 hours, once reviewed by a Quality Assurance team.
Beam AI vs PrebuiltML Takeoff Software: Side-by-Side Comparison
Beam AI
PrebuiltML
Fully AI-based takeoffs
QA-Verified Accuracy
Trade Coverage
Export options
Guaranteed Turnaround (24–72 hrs)
Auto-Detection of Addenda/Revisions
Cloud-Based Platform
Parallel Processing of Multiple Takeoffs
Training & Support
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Beam AI vs Active Takeoff: Feature-by-feature Comparison
PrebuiltML
Beam AI
AI-based automated takeoffs
Cloud-based software
Multi-user configuration
Automated addenda handling
Takeoff reviewed by experts
Takeoffs for 15+ trades
Auto-save takeoffs after editing
Auto-detect plan scale
Real-time collaboration
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What makes Beam AI the best alternative to PrebuiltML
Spend more time refining bids, not tracing lines
With Beam AI, simply upload your site plan and define your scope - our AI handles the rest, extracting quantities while auto-detecting specs and keyed-in notes. All takeoffs are reviewed by a QA team to ensure ±1% of your in-house accuracy.
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Increase Bid Volume Up to 2X
Beam AI processes multiple takeoffs simultaneously, freeing up your estimators to submit twice the number of bids and win more jobs.
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Save 90% Time With AI-Based Takeoffs
Whether it’s concrete, electrical, HVAC, utility, or more - Beam AI delivers trade-specific, ready-to-use quantities to build your estimates faster than before.
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Stay Ahead with Seamless Addenda Management
Addenda and revisions no longer disrupt your bids. Beam AI automatically detects and highlights plan changes, so you never miss critical updates.
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See What Our Customers Have to Say
How does Beam AI help businesses save 90% of the time, increase bid volume by 2x, and secure more projects? Hear directly from our customers about their success.
"With Beam AI, we’ve doubled our revenue from $6M to $12M and cut our bid turnaround from five days to just two. Beam AI has been exceptionally helpful!"
John C Meyer
Project Manager & Business Development Services, Legacy Companies, Inc
"With Beam AI, we’re saving up to a full day on large projects, increasing bid volume, and improving turnaround time. We’ve submitted 50 more bids in just 6 months, and focused more on estimating, project management, and team expansion!"
Ryan Meers
Estimator/Project Manager, Bommarito Construction
Beam AI has proven to us that their AI is more than capable of handling the most complicated and detailed takeoffs beyond perfection... They take it to a level of art. The Takeoff presentation is so stunning I want to print out large scale reproductions to hang around the office so I can admire their architectural beauty all day long. We are BEAM believers!
Bram Bessoff
ADG Services
Using Beam AI's automated takeoff software has significantly improved our estimating process. It has allowed me to keep up with the 3 to 4 invitations and prepare more bids than my competitors. We have already begun to see our first successful bid with Beam - which we wouldn't have won without it.
Philip Butler
CEO, Spalding Concrete Company
"With Beam AI, we’re saving 2 days of work each week. Our bid volume has doubled, our win rate has skyrocketed, and we’ve grown from $900K to $2M in just a couple of months!"
Bryan Ramirez
Senior Estimator, Rays Stairs Inc.
Beam AI has been a game-changer for the business with its accurate, auto-generated takeoffs that keep my bids competitive. Their support team is incredibly responsive and ensures any issue is resolved quickly. I couldn’t recommend them more!
Steve Conley
Omnia Site Management
Beam AI has been fantastic, allowing me to focus more on reviewing every detail and specification instead of doing the takeoffs. It makes the bidding process more efficient, eliminates errors, and improves the accuracy of each deliverable.
Irana Perez
Estimator, Petticoat-Schmitt Civil Contractors Inc.
Beam AI's automated takeoff software has streamlined our takeoff process, saving time and improving accuracy. I can now handle more bids than ever, and the seamless support made the transition easy.
Josh Tuttle
Senior Project Manager, Builders Stone and Supply
Beam AI delivers accurate takeoffs, ensuring no hassle in estimating, which has simplified our bidding process. It's a game-changer for contractors across all trades, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it.
David Smith
Impressions in Concrete Inc.
Beam AI has drastically reduced our bidding time, enabling us to take on more bids with fewer estimators. The team’s support has been exceptional, and we’re excited to see where this partnership takes us.
Dylan Wiman
Rocky Mountain Steel
Beam AI has been instrumental in streamlining our bidding process. Their dedicated team and excellent communication have made it easier for us to meet tight deadlines, providing much-needed relief during busy periods. We’re confident in the bright future ahead with Beam AI and truly appreciate the outstanding work they do.
Brent Wright
Senior Estimator
With significantly less time spent on takeoffs, we can focus on other critical aspects of the project—getting pricing from suppliers, checking material availability, and ensuring bid competitiveness.
Laura De Sanctis
Assistant Director, JBG Flooring and Installation Ltd.
I used to spend 25 hours a week on takeoffs, now it's just 5. Beam AI has freed up enough time that I could potentially handle 800 projects a year instead of 400, without hiring another estimator.
Henry Greenberg
President, Guardian Roofing & Exteriors Inc. and Director of Sales & Marketing, T.U.F.F. Exteriors Inc.
Frequently asked questions
What makes Beam AI the best PrebuiltML alternative?
Beam AI is a fully automated, cloud-based takeoff solution that supports 15+ trades and delivers AI-based, estimator-reviewed results in 24–72 hours, making it the best PrebuiltML alternative for teams seeking speed, accuracy, and scalability.
Why should I switch from PrebuiltML to Beam AI?
If you’re looking for a PrebuiltML replacement software that eliminates manual work, auto-detects revisions, and handles complex multi-trade scopes, Beam AI is built for you. It helps you bid faster, save time, and improve accuracy - all without needing a local Windows install.
How does Beam AI compare to PrebuiltML and other takeoff software?
When you compare Prebuilt ML and Beam AI, the difference is clear: Beam AI offers full automation, cloud collaboration, and human QA, while Prebuilt ML requires manual tracing and is trade-limited. Beam AI also outperforms many Prebuilt ML competitors in turnaround time, usability, and trade coverage.
What does the pricing structure look like?
Beam AI offers a flexible annual subscription tailored to your business needs. With your plan, you'll receive credits in the form of takeoff-ready sheets, giving you full control over how and when you use the platform. For a personalized quote and a detailed walkthrough, we recommend scheduling a quick demo with one of our product experts.
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