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# Compare RIB Candy vs BuildBook

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> Detailed comparison between RIB Candy and BuildBook. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | RIB Candy | BuildBook |
| **Overall rating** | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 241 | 104 |
| **Starting Price** | US$200.00 | US$79.00 |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | No |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Linux (Desktop), Chromebook (Desktop), Android (Mobile), iPhone (Mobile), iPad (Mobile) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, Chat |
| **Training** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos | Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### RIB Candy

Driven by transformative digital technologies and trends, RIB is committed to propelling the industry forward and making engineering and construction more efficient and sustainable.

### BuildBook

For residential custom home builders, remodelers, and contractors that want a simple solution to run better projects, improve client and team communication, make more money, and enjoy their business.

## Key features

### RIB Candy

- Bid Management
- Change Order Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Contract/License Management
- Cost Database
- Cost Estimating
- Job Costing
- Multiple Projects
- Project Estimating
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Project Planning/Scheduling
- Projections
- Proposal Generation
- Rescheduling
- Scheduling
- Subcontractor Management
- Subcontractor Monitoring
- Takeoff
- Task Management

### BuildBook

- Bid Management
- Change Order Management
- Collaboration Tools
- Contract/License Management
- Cost Database
- Cost Estimating
- Job Costing
- Multiple Projects
- Project Estimating
- Project Management
- Project Planning
- Project Planning/Scheduling
- Projections
- Proposal Generation
- Rescheduling
- Scheduling
- Subcontractor Management
- Subcontractor Monitoring
- Takeoff
- Task Management

## Links

- [View RIB Candy Profile](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/126567/candy)
- [View BuildBook Profile](https://www.capterra.com.sg/software/190939/buildbook)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.com.sg/compare/126567/190939/candy/vs/buildbook)

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