--- description: Learn more about RIB CostX price, benefits, and disadvantages for businesses in Australia. Read reviews from verified users and discover similar tools that fit your business needs. image: https://gdm-localsites-assets-gfprod.imgix.net/images/capterra/og_logo-e5a8c001ed0bd1bb922639230fcea71a.png?auto=format%2Cenhance%2Ccompress title: RIB CostX Cost & Reviews - Capterra Australia 2026 --- Breadcrumb: [Home](/) > [Construction Estimating Software](/directory/30056/construction-estimating/software) > [RIB CostX](/software/75416/costx) # RIB CostX Canonical: https://www.capterra.com.au/software/75416/costx Page: 1 / 4\ Next: [Next page](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/75416/costx?page=2) > World-leading 3D/BIM \& 2D takeoff with live-linked spreadsheets \& customisable report outputs - the complete estimating solution. > > Verdict: Rated **4.4/5** by 68 users. Top-rated for **Likelihood to recommend**. ----- ## Overview ### Who Uses RIB CostX? RIB CostX is perfect for quantity surveyors, estimators, and other construction consultants looking for error-free results in significantly less time than traditional takeoff and estimating methods. ## Quick Stats & Ratings | Metric | Rating | Detail | | **Overall** | **4.4/5** | 68 Reviews | | Ease of Use | 4.3/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Customer Support | 4.4/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Value for Money | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Features | 4.2/5 | Based on overall reviews | | Recommendation percentage | 80% | (8/10 Likelihood to recommend) | ## About the vendor - **Company**: RIB Software - **Founded**: 1961 ## Commercial Context - **Pricing Details**: Contact RIB directly for pricing information. - **Target Audience**: Self Employed, 2–10, 11–50, 51–200, 201–500, 501–1,000, 1,001–5,000, 5,001–10,000, 10,000+ - **Deployment & Platforms**: Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise) - **Supported Languages**: Chinese, English - **Available Countries**: Australia, Canada, Denmark, India, Indonesia, Ireland, Malaysia, New Zealand, Oman, Philippines, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Thailand, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Vietnam ## Features - Assembly Takeoff - Bid Management - Bill of Materials - CAD Tools - Collaboration Tools - Cost Estimating - Cost Tracking - Customizable Templates - Data Import/Export - Document Management - Electronic Plans - Estimating - Historical Database - Job Costing - Project Estimating - Project Management - Project Tracking - Proposal Generation - Subcontractor Monitoring - Takeoff - What-if Analysis ## Integrations (1 total) - Microsoft Excel ## Support Options - Email/Help Desk - Knowledge Base - Phone Support ## Category - [Construction Estimating Software](https://www.capterra.com.au/directory/30056/construction-estimating/software) ## Related Categories - [Construction Estimating Software](https://www.capterra.com.au/directory/30056/construction-estimating/software) - [BIM Software](https://www.capterra.com.au/directory/31000/bim/software) - [Takeoff Software](https://www.capterra.com.au/directory/30753/takeoff/software) - [Subcontractor Software](https://www.capterra.com.au/directory/32699/subcontractor/software) ## Alternatives 1. 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[STACK](https://www.capterra.com.au/software/147181/stack-takeoff) — 4.5/5 (1395 reviews) ## Reviews ### "Cost x Review" — 4.0/5 > **Tom** | *24 June 2025* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: Easy to spot measure and the layers of the workbook make it great to calculate complex items that can't always be measured. > > **Cons**: a few things here: - No ability to measure slanting walls - Workbook needs to be able to function slightly more like excel it is clunky and doesn't allow for formulas to be correctly input with ease. - Drawings should be stored within the costx file - this way if they are moved on the companies server all drawings aren't lost. - When printing reports in levels that don't apply to all line items in a workbook, they should not show up with an empty bar - should just have a line item to clean up the printout. > > Overall experience has been really positive - I think there is a lot to learn from the interface of a program like cubit which will make things a bit easier. ----- ### "Slow to navigate, slow to use, not intuitive, but full featured" — 2.0/5 > **Andrew** | *8 July 2025* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 3.0/10 > > **Pros**: The main reason why I wanted to try CostX was for the ability to import native design files for 3D takeoff, 2D takeoff with the ability to switch on and off layers and to try the auto takeoff features > > **Cons**: There is no trial of the software, to try it you have to buy it, and I have to say I'm disappointed. The user interface is REALLY un-intuitive, there is a huge learning curve, and it's difficult to use. The system is slow, navigating around a drawing is very laggy. Auto takeoff features don't work well at all, particularly on civil engineering drawings with many intersecting lines or areas > > I know CostX is well regarded in the industry and is full featured. It however is quote slow to use (rendering and navigation). CostX contains may features and tools, but these are buried in menus and under options that make navigation and use difficult for new users without significant training. The user interface is not intuitive ----- ### "Review Tony" — 5.0/5 > **Tony** | *29 May 2025* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Workbook versatility, the 10 levels gives you a perfect ability to be able to produce very detailed breakdowns. Measuring measure directly from drawings and revision function are excellent. I have not used measuring from 3d model for 10 years as we don't get them at tender time. > > **Cons**: Would like workbook to be able to be linked between levels from top to bottom not bottom to top and automatic named cell function. The workbook has lots of potential to produce very detailed rate breakdowns, I currently work in the Civil Earthworks field and had previously used the program for 20 years in building and construction, so I understand it > > Excellent program, I have used it for many years, previously I used Buildsoft and changed over to this program for the revision function and have never gone back. ----- ### "CostX Review" — 5.0/5 > **Sam** | *10 May 2026* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 8.0/10 > > **Pros**: CostX has most of the functions, and is easy to use compared to other softwares. It works in remote, or can be downloaded and work independently. > > **Cons**: There is not option to choose a colour to the writings in the description column of CostX. It will be always in black. > > I am using CostX for the last 14 years. I have also used other softwares like Buildsoft/Cubit, Planswift, etc. CostX is the best. ----- ### "CostX Review" — 4.0/5 > **Peter** | *8 May 2026* | Construction | Recommendation rating: 10.0/10 > > **Pros**: Extremely user friendly and easy to pick up. The constant updates really take on board feedback from users. > > **Cons**: The login process changed in a recent update and now it takes longer to login. Previously this was quicker. > > Fantastic, really great program to use for estimating as it allows multiple users to work on a project at the same time. 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