# IntelliBid Reviews 2026. Verified Reviews, Pros & Cons | Capterra > Is IntelliBid the right Electrical Contractor solution for you? Explore 24 verified user reviews from people in industries like yours to make a confident choice. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/87139/IntelliBid/reviews --- IntelliBid 4.6 (24) Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Learn more](https://www.capterra.com/our-story/) * * * Last updated March 13th, 2026 # Reviews of IntelliBid Ease of use 4.0 Customer Service 4.7 ## Pros and Cons in Reviews AM Ashley M Electrical EstimatorConstruction, 11 - 50 employeesUsed the software for: More than 2 years. “What I like least about IntelliBid is that the reporting process can sometimes be cumbersome, especially when trying to extract certain data out of ConEst.“ June 12, 2025 ## Showing most helpful reviews Showing 1-24 of 24 Reviews Sort by: Most Helpful Rating Company Size Reviewer's Role Length of Use Frequency of Use AM Ashley M. Electrical Estimator Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Setup Takes Time, but the Payoff Is Worth It" June 12, 2025 5.0 IntelliBid does have a learning curve, but once it’s properly set up and tailored to your workflows, it can be a tremendous asset to your estimating team. The time invested upfront pays off in efficiency and consistency down the line. Pros I really appreciate the customizable labor rates and item flexibility—it's made it easy for us to tailor the software to fit seamlessly into our existing processes. The ability to adapt it to how we work has been a big advantage. Cons What I like least about IntelliBid is that the reporting process can sometimes be cumbersome, especially when trying to extract certain data out of ConEst. It would be helpful if the report generation and export features were more streamlined and user-friendly. Review Source Response from ConEst Software Systems July 15, 2025 Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback on IntelliBid! We're glad to hear that the customizable labor rates and item flexibility have helped you tailor the software to your unique workflow. Ease of integration is something we strive to deliver. We also appreciate your candid comments regarding the reporting process. You're not alone in wanting more streamlined ways to extract and visualize data. That’s exactly why we developed Conest Connect—an optional add-on designed to simplify reporting and provide dynamic dashboards with powerful export capabilities. It’s built to help you get the insights you need, faster and more efficiently. You're absolutely right, IntelliBid does require some initial setup and learning, but as you’ve noted, the payoff in efficiency and consistency is well worth it. Thank you again for being a valued part of the Conest community! We're here to support you and your team every step of the way. — The Conest Team DB Don B. Pre-Construction Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Intellibid is everything you need." November 15, 2023 5.0 Great product and customer service. Yearly improvements to the function of the software based on input from customers. Pros The vast database and prebuilt assemblies. The capability to substitute items based on the NEC. Cons The Surecount additional takeoff tool. Working with SQL database. Alternatives considered [Trimble Accubid Classic](https://www.capterra.com/p/239551/Trimble-Accubid/)[McCormick Electrical Estimating](https://www.capterra.com/p/165314/Electrical-Estimating-Software/) Reason for choosing IntelliBid Customer service and quick response to software issues. Review Source MK Matt K. Accounting Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "GREEDY! " November 2, 2016 1.0 This company is the poster child of the lackluster customer service that exists with many software companies that exploit a revenue with perpetuity business model. They want to sell you the software to install locally on your computer, then they want to sell you a subscription based "support and upgrades" package for each 12 month period following. If you let the subscription lapse and then intend to renew, they will not adjust the end date on the support... instead they expect you to pay full price for less than a year's worth of support. Nevermind the fact that you received absolutely no benefits during the lapsed period, they will constantly remind you that their software team didn't stop working during that lapse period, as well as how unfair any concessions might be to other customers that pay the same price with no lapsed periods. They clearly don't understand the notion of overhead or their own ability to build in average lapsed periods into their support pricing. They are greedy, greedy people, whose only goal is to sell you on the software upfront. Once you are a customer, you can forget about ever being treated with value and respect again. Review Source DE Dominica E. owner Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Professional looking bids" June 12, 2025 5.0 As a small Electrical Contractor that bids several jobs a week we are happy to have this tool on our side. It makes bidding jobs a lot easier and our bids go out looking professional. Pros Makes bidding a job easier and looks professional. We have been using the product for about 6 years and very pleased. Cons Sometimes there are issues with the database and getting prices from NetPricer. However, customer service is always helpful. Review Source Response from ConEst Software Systems July 15, 2025 Thank you for your continued support and for being a valued IntelliBid user over the past six years! We're thrilled to hear that the software has helped streamline your bidding process and present your estimates in a professional format. We appreciate your note about occasional issues with the database and NetPricer. While we work hard to ensure a smooth and reliable experience, we know that challenges can arise, and we’re glad to hear our customer service team has been able to assist when needed. Your feedback helps us continue to improve both the product and our support. It’s great to know that IntelliBid continues to be a valuable tool in your workflow! Thanks again for your input. — The Conest Team CC Chris C. Estimator Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Easy to use" June 21, 2025 5.0 I’ve been working with intellibid for 20+ years and never had a major problem with it. If there is a problem customer service can get you straightened out. Pros Ease of use and customer service is northern of expert! There is so much that you can do with this software. Cons Time it takes to process changes. Searching for items could be a little tricky. Could use a spelling suggestion. Review Source SG Stacy G. Office Manager Construction Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Take off" November 7, 2023 5.0 Pros Calculating labor and material requirements and creating bids and quotes for electrical, low voltage projects. Cons Very tidious to input all the information needed when doing take offs. Review Source JM Jay M. Manager Estimating Department Construction Used the software for: 6-12 months ### "Our experience after six Month of use" February 7, 2022 5.0 The system is not at all user friendly and none of my estimators like to work with it. Pros The Technical Support is second to none. The selection of already built assemblies is great. Cons The system is to cumbersome, it takes way to many clicks to find and get an item ready to count. The constant switching between phases during a take off is not really helping to get a speedy takeoff done. Reason for choosing IntelliBid The video demonstration made it look very efficient and fast, which is not the case when you have to do take off in the real world on drawings that are not nice and clear like the ones used in the demonstration. Review Source LH Larry H. Sole Proprietor Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Quality for all size projects" January 28, 2017 5.0 Started using ConEst directly from ESTMAT 2000. Since I developed a database for Est2000 it was very easy for me to make the transition to ConEst. Great experience especially for all size projects. Pros The flexibility to create assemblies catered to the way I estimate is the best feature for my method developed over the last 50+ years. Adding items to the database is a feature I appreciate and it appears there might be an unlimited amount of data that could be added. Cons I am a little piqued about the support charges also. Maybe there could be an adjustment since it appears several users are upset about the charges where it seems to be more economical to purchase the system again instead of paying for the support over several years time. However, due to the intricacies of the system the, maybe once the user gets it setup to suit their requirements there would be no need to update unless there is a failure in the operating system. Review Source MD Mark D. Owner Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "One of the top 3 programs in the Country" July 10, 2017 5.0 Overall my choice as the best program available. Pros The auto labor feature taking into consideration many aspects of the installation... Cons The amount of yearly fees are an issue. Trying to get Support on weekends is tough and we work a lot of weekends. Review Source SC Steve C. Operations Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Very satisfied with the program " August 8, 2017 5.0 Pros Up to date program and easy to navigate after a few lessons. Makes the quoting easier and more professional Cons Adding additional licences is expensive , would like to have the ability to have the database shared remotely Review Source DC Daniel C. Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: ### "Has good and bad points" December 22, 2014 3.0 Pros It has additional software you can add for many functions. Customer service has always been quick and knowledgeable. Cons You must keep an annual contract or they will not support your software. If you cancel and do not take support and want to join and upgrade the software, they make you buy every year you did not pay for the support. I did not understand this at all when I purchased the software. For the costs for three licenses, it's just not worth the price. You also do not get very accurate pricing. Some items are extremely high and others low. If you want this software assemblies to be material that most contractors use, you have to completely rebuild every assembly in the software. I have not found one single assembly that you can purchase the material straight from the list of parts it puts in for estimating. Review Source DB Don B. Pre-Construction Manager Construction Used the software for: ### "" September 5, 2012 4.5 I have used ConEst IntelliBid for over sixteen years and continue to be amazed of the constant upgrades that keep this software at the top. From its smart substitution to the link with SureCount onscreen take off, this company continues to provide great innovation and support. The program has the flexibility for a small contractors to perform simple estimates for small projects, but the power for large contractors to perform detailed large estimates requiring labor adjustments based on schedule, building height, or other logistics. No matter how difficult the assembly, you can create it in Intellibid. Online and live training classes are available and will get you up and running. Review Source JK John K. IT Director Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 2+ years ### "Very Good Tech Support to work with" April 16, 2015 4.5 Pros The tech support is among the best of all the different technology companies I work with. Cons I'm the IT Guy who supports the product, so I have very little experience with the actual utilization of the product and no real comment. Review Source MZ Michael Z. Project Manager Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great software, easy to learn. " December 5, 2017 5.0 Overall, very positive experience. Pros Very intuitive. I had no previous estimating experience with software like this and while the learning curve has been steep, it has gone very smoothly. From first trial runs with the software to submitting complete bids within just a few short weeks. Cons Expensive. Could include more than just a few hours of training when paying this much for software. Only 4 hours of training included with the main software program. Review Source nG nicole G. Office manager Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: 1-2 years ### "" July 10, 2018 4.0 N/A Pros The use of the product. The use of the product is pretty self explanatory. It is a good product to have. Cons Sometimes get stuck on certain pages. The employess within the office sem to like the product. We have been using it for quite some time. Review Source JM Jonathan M. Project Manager Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Electrical Estimating Software" December 9, 2016 5.0 The software works very well and has the Industrial data base I was looking for! Pros The commercial data base i'm used to from other software witht he addition of the industrial components. Cons I will have a small learning curve with the new software. Review Source PB Paul B. Used the software for: ### "" January 16, 2013 4.0 There is so much I can say about ConEst IntelliBid and so much more to learn. I find that it saves time and money. Like most, in the beginning it was just paper and pencil, but now just a click and it's done. I have worked in the field for twenty plus years and knew nothing about computers. I have had one tranning class on the progam, and I learn new things all the time. I have yet to land a project, but I feel that I'm not far off. Again, I could say more, but work must be done and I believe it is a good program. Review Source ABB Aric Bartlett B. Estimator Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "ConEst IntelliBid" November 2, 2016 5.0 Been using the software for 10 years now, and couldn't be happier. Pros Easy to use for all types of projects and items can be modified very easy to fit the application. Cons SureCount could be changed Review Source JP JOHNNY P. Used the software for: ### "" September 15, 2013 5.0 ConEst is as close to my way of estimating as I could find, with much more information. I have been estimating for myself and others for over 32 years, and just purchased ConEst this year. The first test run compared my old spread sheet to ConEst's, and the amount of information was less than a 2% difference. I can't say enough about these guys, from purchase to support. Review Source BS Brian S. Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: ### "Excellent Software" October 7, 2014 4.0 Pros The program is very user-friendly and easy to navigate. ConEst has an exceptional customer service program. Cons It took a while to figure out how to add an item to the library. Review Source JS Jahmal S. Design Used the software for: ### "Great Product" September 11, 2014 5.0 Pros This product was easy to learn, and the vendor offered plenty of support. Cons I can't find anything at this time that I don't like. Review Source KF Kelley F. Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: ### "Overall a great product. " October 14, 2014 4.5 Pros The vendor is very helpful, and the product is intuitive. Cons No complaints. Both ConEst and Software Advice were very helpful. Review Source KD Ken D. President Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Fantastic " June 13, 2017 5.0 Pros They are always reminding me that I have training hours. I can't find the time to sit down and take the training, but I will soon Review Source TK Tibin K. Engineer Construction Used the software for: Less than 6 months ### "Great product for my work" November 2, 2016 5.0 I really like this product, really comes handy when working on my projects. Really like the auto labor factoring feature. Pros Easy to use Review Source Talk to a Capterra advisor for free and get results within 15 minutes.