Best Quoting Software for Australian Tradies (2026)

Last checked: August 2026. Pricing and features verified against each provider's published information at time of writing.

Editorial note: This guide is published by QuoteCore+, so our own product appears in the comparison. We have listed where other tools may be a better fit, including for job scheduling, service work, detailed construction estimating, and businesses already using Xero or MYOB.

The best quoting software for Australian tradies in 2026 depends on what part of your quoting process is costing you the most time. If it is turning measurements into a professional quote, you need a platform built around structured pricing and digital takeoffs. If it is managing jobs after the quote is accepted, you need something with strong workflow management. Most tools claim to do both - but they are rarely equal at both.

This guide compares six quoting platforms available to Australian tradies in 2026, with honest assessments of where each one works well and where it falls short.

Why quoting software matters for Australian trades businesses

Most Australian tradies still quote from memory, spreadsheets, or emailed Word documents. The problem is not that this never works - it is that it is slow, it is inconsistent, and it hands an easy win to any competitor who shows up faster with something that looks more professional.

In a competitive tender situation - where two or three contractors are quoting the same job - the first professional quote often wins. Customers do not always wait for the best price. They accept the quote they trust most, from the contractor who responded fastest.

Quoting software changes this equation. Done well, it lets you send a priced, professional quote the same day as the site visit. The hours saved on quoting admin are not trivial. Across a year of quoting, a tradie who quotes 6-8 jobs a week can recover 5-10 hours per week that currently disappears into manual pricing, formatting, and follow-up.

What to look for in quoting software as an Australian tradie

The best quoting software for Australian tradies in 2026

1. QuoteCore+ — Best for roofers and measured-trade quoting

Pricing: Free trial (20 AI scan points), Lite (free), Starter ($29/month), Pro ($59/month), Pro Plus ($99/month). All plans include digital takeoff and quoting.

QuoteCore+ is built specifically for roofing and construction trades that measure from plans or site. The core workflow is: measure the roof (digitally or manually), apply pitch and waste factors, generate material quantities from a component library, and produce a branded quote.

The standout feature is Smart Components - reusable material assemblies that automatically calculate quantities from measurements. A metal roof component might include Colorbond sheets, screws, ridge flashing, barge flashings, underlay, and insulation - all calculated from one roof area entry with pitch applied. You build the component once, use it on every quote, and the maths is always consistent.

For Australian roofers, QuoteCore+ handles metal roofing (Colorbond, Zincalume), concrete and terracotta tiles, and flat roofing systems. The free roofing calculator and roof takeoff builder let you try the measurement and pricing engine before signing up.

Where it falls short: QuoteCore+ is built for measured trades - roofing, cladding, concrete, landscaping. If you need job scheduling, dispatch, and reactive maintenance workflows, a trade management platform like SimPRO or AroFlo will serve you better.

Best for: Roofers, cladding installers, and trades that measure from plans and need accurate material quantities.

2. SimPRO — Best for electrical, plumbing, and service trades

Pricing: From ~$150/month (quoted on enquiry). Enterprise pricing for multi-site operations.

SimPRO is a trade management platform built for Australian electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and security contractors. It handles quoting, job scheduling, dispatch, invoicing, and reporting in one system. For trades that run multiple concurrent jobs with field technicians, SimPRO is one of the strongest options in the Australian market.

The quoting module supports labour and material line items, but it does not include digital takeoff or component-based material calculations. You enter quantities manually or import from a spreadsheet.

Where it falls short: No digital takeoff. No component-based material calculations. Quoting is functional but basic compared to a measured-trade tool. Pricing is higher than quoting-focused tools.

Best for: Service trades that need scheduling, dispatch, and job management alongside quoting.

3. AroFlo — Best for field service and project work

Pricing: From ~$120/month per user (quoted on enquiry).

AroFlo is another Australian-built trade management platform, popular with electrical, plumbing, and HVAC contractors. It combines quoting, job management, scheduling, and field mobility. The quoting module supports templates and labour/material line items but lacks digital takeoff.

AroFlo integrates with Xero and MYOB, which is a significant advantage for Australian tradies who want quoting data to flow directly into their accounting system.

Where it falls short: No measurement or takeoff tools. Material quantities are manual. The quoting module is designed for line-item entry, not for calculating materials from roof or floor measurements.

Best for: Field service businesses that need scheduling, job tracking, and accounting integration.

4. Tradify — Best for solo tradies and small teams

Pricing: ~$45/month (AUD). No per-user pricing - one flat fee.

Tradify is a job management tool popular with New Zealand and Australian tradies. It handles quoting, job scheduling, invoicing, and time tracking. The quoting module is straightforward - line items, labour rates, and markup - but there is no digital takeoff or material calculation engine.

For a solo tradie who needs a simple way to produce professional quotes and track jobs without spreadsheet chaos, Tradify is a solid, affordable choice.

Where it falls short: No takeoff, no material calculations, no component libraries. Quoting is manual line-item entry. Not built for measured trades.

Best for: Solo tradies and small teams who need simple quoting + job management.

5. Xero Projects — Best for Xero users who need basic quoting

Pricing: Included with Xero subscriptions (from ~$50/month AUD).

If you are already on Xero and your quoting needs are simple - line items, basic templates, invoice conversion - Xero's built-in quoting might be sufficient. It keeps everything inside your accounting system, which eliminates a integration and saves a subscription.

Where it falls short: No takeoff, no material calculations, no trade-specific features. Quote templates are generic. Not suitable for trades that need to calculate materials from measurements.

Best for: Tradies with simple quoting needs who are already on Xero.

6. Buildxact — Best for builders and renovators

Pricing: From ~$99/month (AUD).

Buildxact is an Australian-built estimating and project management tool for residential builders and renovators. It includes estimating from plans, quote generation, job scheduling, and invoice management. The estimating module supports trade-based line items and markup management.

For builders who do their own estimating and want a tool that handles the full project lifecycle, Buildxact is worth considering.

Where it falls short: Not roofing-specific. No component-based material calculations. Less suited to trades that need precise material quantities from roof measurements.

Best for: Residential builders and renovators who need estimating + project management.

Comparison table

How to choose

The right choice depends on your trade and workflow:

• Roofing, cladding, or measured trades: QuoteCore+ is the only option here with digital takeoff and component-based material calculations. Try it free.
• Electrical, plumbing, HVAC with field technicians: SimPRO or AroFlo for scheduling and dispatch.
• Solo tradie who needs simple quoting + job tracking: Tradify.
• Already on Xero and quoting is simple: Stay in Xero.
• Residential builder doing own estimating: Buildxact.

If you want to see how QuoteCore+ compares to spreadsheet quoting in detail - including where spreadsheets genuinely hold up and where they start costing you jobs - see our roofing quoting software vs spreadsheets breakdown.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best quoting software for Australian roofers?

For roofers specifically, QuoteCore+ is the strongest option because it includes digital takeoff, component-based material calculations, and support for metal roofing (Colorbond, Zincalume) and tile systems. Other tools like SimPRO and AroFlo are better for service trades that need scheduling but do not need measurement-based quoting.

Do I need quoting software if I am a solo tradie?

If you quote more than 3-4 jobs per week, quoting software will save you time. The break-even is usually within the first month. Even a free tool like QuoteCore+ Lite or a simple spreadsheet-to-PDF workflow is better than sending hand-written quotes.

Can I use QuoteCore+ for free?

Yes. QuoteCore+ has a free Lite plan that includes digital takeoff and quoting. The roofing calculator and roof takeoff builder are also free to use without signing up.

Does quoting software handle GST?

All the tools listed above handle Australian GST (10%). The question is how well. QuoteCore+, SimPRO, AroFlo, and Tradify all handle GST on quotes and invoices. Xero handles it natively as an accounting platform.