TradeOff vs CostX
The enterprise power of CostX isn't for everyone — TradeOff is built for subcontractors.
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RIB CostX is a powerful enterprise estimating platform for large QS firms, with 2D and 3D/BIM quantity extraction and live-linked workbooks. It's superb — and priced and scoped accordingly, with custom enterprise licensing often in the thousands per year. Most subcontractors don't need BIM workbooks; they need fast takeoff, a priced estimate and UK-ready billing. That's exactly what TradeOff does, in the browser, at a fraction of the cost.
CostX details reflect our understanding of publicly available information as of 2026 and may change — always check CostX's own website for the latest. Pricing shown is indicative.
Why UK subcontractors choose TradeOff
One tool, whole workflow
Takeoff, estimate, bill and get paid — no juggling a takeoff app plus spreadsheets plus your accountant.
AI does the grunt work
Detect scale, read schedules and auto-count symbols in one pass, then price from your own rate library.
UK tax built in
CIS deductions and VAT domestic reverse charge handled automatically on your Applications for Payment.
Works anywhere
Any browser on Windows, Mac, tablet or phone — snap a drawing on site and get quantities back.
Fair, honest pricing
Start free, then £29–£79/month. Pay for active projects, not per seat.
Xero in one click
Send any valuation to Xero as a draft invoice with CIS and reverse charge handled.
TradeOff vs CostX — FAQs
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