The honest comparison:
SimplyWise vs Contractor Plus
SimplyWise vs Contractor Plus is a speed question. A jobsite photo becomes an itemized estimate in SimplyWise in about 6 seconds. Contractor+ says a couple of minutes.
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Three things Contractor+ does not do
Free to try, then $29.99 a month, or $239.99 a year.
Room measurement from the phone
SimplyWise reads room dimensions off the LiDAR sensor on a Pro iPhone. No tape. Contractor+ does not list a phone scan.
Before and after visualization
SimplyWise renders a before and after view from the photo you already shot. Contractor+ lists progress photos, not a render.
Every feature in one plan
SimplyWise has one plan with the full feature set. Contractor+ sells four tiers, and Estimatic starts at PRO.
SimplyWise vs Contractor Plus, feature by feature
SimplyWise leads 5 of 8 rows below, with 3 ties. Contractor+ wins none.
| Feature | SimplyWise | Contractor+ |
|---|---|---|
| Photo to itemized estimate | Yes | Yes, through Estimatic, listed from the PRO plan up |
| Time to a first draft | About 6 seconds | A draft in a couple minutes, per their FAQ |
| Room scan from a phone | Yes, on a Pro iPhone | Not listed on their site |
| Voice description of the job | Yes, tap the mic and talk | Not listed for estimates |
| Blueprint and plan upload | Yes | Yes, blueprints and drawings |
| Before and after render | Yes, from your own photo | Progress photos only, no render listed |
| Every feature in one plan | Yes, no feature gating | No, four tiers; Estimatic starts at PRO |
| Live local material pricing | Yes, from the nearest Home Depot | Yes, named suppliers |
Sources: contractorplus.app/pricing and contractorplus.app/ai-estimating-software, read October 9, 2026. Not listed means the page does not say.
What each one costs
SimplyWise is one subscription for every app in the suite. Contractor+ prices by tier.
| Plan | Price | Seats | Trial |
|---|---|---|---|
| SimplyWise Cost Estimator, monthly | $29.99 a month | Every app in the suite | 7 days free |
| SimplyWise Cost Estimator, annual | $239.99 a year, about $20/mo | Every app in the suite | 7 days free |
| Contractor+ PRO | $29 a month on annual billing, $49 month to month | 1 user | 14 day trials of premium features |
| Contractor+ PRO TEAM | $58 a month on annual billing, $98 month to month | First 2 users, then $20 a month each | 14 day trials of premium features |
Contractor+ figures: contractorplus.app/pricing, read October 9, 2026. Annual contracts are billed upfront.
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What a job looks like in SimplyWise
Picture 4pm, with a homeowner waiting.
Photos of the room. On a Pro iPhone, scan it too.
Talk it through, or upload the plans.
Materials, labor and fees come back itemized and editable.
Hand over a branded quote the client signs to approve.
That is the SimplyWise vs Contractor Plus gap on a real job. Try SimplyWise free →
Who SimplyWise fits
In SimplyWise vs Contractor Plus, pick SimplyWise if estimates are the slow part of your week.
Pick SimplyWise if
The estimating-first case
- ✓Your week is walk throughs and bids.
- ✓You want every feature in one plan.
- ✓You want estimate, quote and invoice on one subscription.
- ✓Remodel work with no plan set is your bread and butter.
What SimplyWise leaves out
One neutral note
- ✓Contractor+ also sells scheduling and dispatch, which SimplyWise does not try to do.
How SimplyWise stacks up against every major estimating tool
Common questions, answered
See it on your next estimate
Start a free 7-day SimplyWise trial and price your next walk through from the driveway. Then see how SimplyWise vs Contractor Plus plays out on your jobs.
Contractor+ Alternatives for Contractors
If estimates are the slow part, start with these Contractor+ alternatives.
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1
SimplyWise Cost Estimator
The estimating-first pick: shoot a photo, get a priced estimate. Free to try, then $29.99 a month or $239.99 a year.
Best for: Solo contractors and small crews.
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2
Contractor Foreman
Construction management priced by seat band.
Best for: Companies with an office and a project manager.
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3
Jobber
Field service software for scheduling and dispatch.
Best for: Service route businesses.
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4
Houzz Pro
Marketplace leads plus proposals.
Best for: Remodelers who want leads.
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5
Joist
A simple estimate and invoice app. Photos are attachments only.
Best for: Simple, low cost invoicing.
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6
Square Invoices
Free invoicing tied to Square Payments.
Best for: Sending an invoice and taking a card.
If estimates are the slow part of your week, start with the estimator. Add a platform later. Start a free SimplyWise trial →
Sources
- Contractor+ pricing page, contractorplus.app/pricing, read October 9, 2026 (tiers, prices, free plan cap, 14 day trials).
- Contractor+ Estimatic page, contractorplus.app/ai-estimating-software, read October 9, 2026 (uploads, draft time, live supplier pricing).
- SimplyWise pricing page, simplywise.com/blog/pricing, and Cost Estimator FAQs, simplywise.com/blog/simplywise-cost-estimator-faqs, read October 9, 2026 (suite subscription, 7-day trial, inputs, client signing).