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STOA rating

6.2 / 10

Openness

OPENNESS 6/10API 0/3 · Export 2/3 · Contract 2/2 · Integrations 2/2

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Your data

Contractor Foreman's knowledge base documents exporting an estimate's items to a CSV file. kb.contractorforeman.com, checked 6 Oct 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Contract

Monthly billing is available on Standard, Plus, Pro, and Unlimited plans, and you cancel before your next renewal through the account cancellation form. contractorforeman.com, checked 6 Oct 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Connections

Zapier lists a Contractor Foreman integration. zapier.com, checked 6 Oct 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Contractor Foreman runs its own partners and integrations directory covering payroll, accounting, takeoff, and website partners. contractorforeman.com, checked 6 Oct 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Openness note

CSV export of estimate items. Monthly plans available; cancel before renewal. Zapier listing and its own partners directory.

What it does

Affordable all-in-one construction management software for small to mid-sized contractors, covering estimating, scheduling, daily logs, and time tracking.

Strengths

Very affordable flat-rate pricing for unlimited users
Covers a wide range of construction workflows in one platform
Includes client portal for sharing documents and updates
Strong feature set for the price compared to competitors like Procore

Weaknesses

Outdated interface that can feel clunky to navigate
Steeper learning curve for less tech-savvy teams
Reporting tools are less polished than higher-priced competitors
Mobile app experience is inconsistent compared to desktop

Key features

Create and send estimates, bids, and proposals to clients
Schedule jobs and manage subcontractors and crew assignments
Track employee time and attendance on job sites
Log daily field reports, photos, and site notes
Manage invoices, purchase orders, and basic job costing
Share project documents and updates with clients through a portal

STOA verdict

Contractor Foreman is a great fit for small construction companies and contractors who need one tool to handle estimates, scheduling, and job tracking without paying enterprise prices. The biggest win is how much you get for the cost — starting around $49/month for a whole team is genuinely rare in this space. The downside is that the interface feels dated and can take some time to learn, especially if your crew isn't very tech-savvy.