Buildertrend vs Connecteam
Buildertrend
Project management software for construction, roofing, and remodeling jobs
Kitfinch pick for 1 job across 1 trade.
Connecteam
Time tracking, scheduling, and team chat for crews without desks
Kitfinch pick for 1 job across 2 trades.
FromFree plan
Small Business Plan, up to 10 usersLast verified 45 days ago
How they differ
| Feature | Buildertrend | Connecteam |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price | Check price on vendor site | Free planSmall Business Plan, up to 10 users |
| Free plan | Not stated | Yes |
| Free trial | Not stated | Not stated |
| Scheduling & dispatch | — | |
| Field team management | ||
| Suits | roofers, landscapers | plumbers, HVAC companies, electricians, roofers, landscapers |
We don't have a verified price for both Buildertrend and Connecteam yet, so we can't chart the cost by team size. Check each vendor's pricing page.
Buildertrend
Strengths
- Built for multi-week projects with budgets, change orders, and milestones
- Customer portal keeps clients updated without constant phone calls
- Strong fit for larger roofing and landscape design-build jobs
Drawbacks
- More project-management overhead than a single-day service call needs
- No confirmed affiliate program for this kit
Connecteam
Strengths
- Free for small teams up to 30 users
- GPS time clock and scheduling in the same app as team chat
- Works alongside almost any job-management or accounting software
Drawbacks
- Not a scheduling or invoicing tool for customer-facing jobs
- Best features (forms, workflows) are gated to higher tiers
Frequently asked questions
What do Buildertrend and Connecteam have in common?
Both cover field team management.
Which is cheaper, Buildertrend or Connecteam?
We can only answer that with prices verified on both vendors' pricing pages, and we don't have that for Buildertrend right now. Check the vendor sites for current prices.