Kreo
Online takeoff software with AI auto-measure and auto-count.
Our verdict
Cheaper than Togal with solid AI measuring. Worth a trial if you do a lot of takeoffs and don't need AU supplier price integration.
Best for: Estimators and QS doing frequent takeoffs
What it does
Kreo is cloud takeoff software for estimators. Its AI tools include Auto Measure, One-Click Area, Auto Count and the Caddie AI assistant, which speed up measuring rooms, walls and repeated items on drawings. A BIM takeoff option is also available.
AI features
- Auto Measure and One-Click Area
- Auto Count
- Caddie AI assistant
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