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Togal.AI vs Onscreen Takeoff (OST)

Togal.AI is an AI-powered preconstruction software solution built by estimators for estimators. Our technology includes both manual takeoff tools and AI features that help contractors and construction pros complete bids faster and with more accuracy.

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Which takeoff tool is best for you?

We know choosing (or switching to) the best preconstruction software solutions for you requires a lot of time and energy to research. You might want to know things like: 

  • What are the pros and cons of both tools? 
  • What are the significant differences between the two platforms? 
  • How much does the takeoff software cost?

That’s why we created this comprehensive guide — to show you exactly how Togal compares to Onscreen Takeoff (OST) so you can make the best decision for your business.

Togal.AI is a complete takeoff tool built by estimators, for estimators that harnesses the power of AI to help get bids done faster and with more accuracy. Togal's cloud-based technology allows users to access their work and collaborate on takeoffs in real time. With Togal you can complete more bids in less time with fewer clicks so you can focus on value-add tasks and the art of estimating.

On-Screen Takeoff® is an estimating and takeoff software that digitizes the old bidding process of paper, markers, and rulers. Replace manual takeoffs that cost you hours in time and thousands in cash printing several plans for each bid and unproductive time and gas driving paper plans back and forth from your office to the job site.

FeatureTogalOnscreen Takeoff (OST)
AI & Search
AI Image Search
Text Search
Togal GPT
Functionality
Cloud-based
Curve Takeoff on Linears (Arc Line)
Curve Takeoffs on Areas (Arc Area)
Split Tool
Merge Tool
Real-time Internal Collaboration
Real-time External Collaboration
User Permissioning / Management
Export Filtering
Drawing Revision Management
Auto Drawing Naming
Floorplan AI Area Takeoff
Floorplan AI Linear Takeoffs
Floorplan AI Count Takeoffs
Snapping To Points
Organization Library
Personal Library
Auto Scale Detection
Export Multiplier (typ. floor/building/etc)
Drawing Overlay
Cut
Smart Fill of Cut Area
Smart Copy Paste
Markup Tools
Area Breakdown
Export Grouping
Metric
Imperial
Metric and Imperial in same project
Support
In-app Training Material and Videos
In-app Behavoir based tifications
Dedicated Customer Support
Bi-weekly Product Updates
UI/UX
High Resolution Drawings
Intuitive Interface
Multiple Tabs Of Different Projects
Web-Based Tool

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Top Pros & Cons

Togal.ai

Onscreen Takeoff (OST)

Top Pros

  • Cloud-based; access your work from anywhere, collaborate in real time
  • Accepts all file types, even hand-drawn plans
  • AI-powered tools that speed up the takeoff process
  • Users report extreme "user friendliness"
  • Internal and External collaboration; choose who can see, edit, share, and comment on takeoffs inside and outside your organization
  • Complete manual takeoff tool suite
  • AI Image search, text search, and pattern search (beta) to find, count, and classify what you need in seconds
  • Fast customer support; get a response in 20 mins or less during East Coast business hours

Top Pros

  • Legacy software; likely you've seen or used it before
  • "Double Side" feature lets you measure two walls at the same time
  • Free learning videos

Top Cons

  • Have to set aside time to learn the technology
  • Need to learn best AI "prompts" for Togal.CHAT

Top Cons

  • Users report frequent crashes & lost work
  • .tiff files only
  • Users report "cumbersome & slow"
  • Not able to search for what you need
  • Not cloud-based; no real time collaboration or sharing
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How much does each tool cost?

Togal.AIOnscreen Takeoff (OST)
Base License$299/mo, billed annually, no upgrade feesOne-time purchase with upgrade fees
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Industry Leaders Use Togal.AI

MPC
L&L Painting Co
Total Flooring Contractors
StreetLights Residential
SourceBlue
Rudolph Libre Group
MPC
L&L Painting Co
Total Flooring Contractors
StreetLights Residential
SourceBlue
Rudolph Libre Group
MPC
L&L Painting Co
Total Flooring Contractors
StreetLights Residential
SourceBlue
Rudolph Libre Group
MPC
L&L Painting Co
Total Flooring Contractors
StreetLights Residential
SourceBlue
Rudolph Libre Group
Coastal Construction
Clark Construction
Christman
Central Painting
BECK
CBRE
Coastal Construction
Clark Construction
Christman
Central Painting
BECK
CBRE
Coastal Construction
Clark Construction
Christman
Central Painting
BECK
CBRE

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