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What is CostMate?

CostMate helps New Zealand residential builders, from sole traders to small crews, price a job and then run it. It covers 17 job types such as decks, fences, bathrooms, kitchens, reclads and additions. For each one it lists the materials with quantities, the labour hours by stage, and the assumptions and exclusions your client should see. Prices are taken from Dayle ITM or PlaceMakers trade pricing, or from your own uploaded supplier pricing, on every plan. The figures are calculated by a rules engine, not by AI; AI only writes the wording. Once the quote is accepted, the same job carries on with variations, purchase orders, progress claims and crew hours that count only after you approve them. Built in Auckland by a qualified carpenter. Free plan available, plus 30 days of full access for new accounts, no card needed.

What is Bolster?

Bolster revolutionizes the entire project management workflow for residential construction professionals and contractors. With its innovative estimating software, which incorporates custom assemblies and automated pricing based on supplier data, Bolster ensures precise and rapid estimates across all types of projects. The software enhances traditional quotes by transforming them into dynamic, interactive point-of-sale presentations for homeowners, significantly increasing your chances of securing more jobs. You can also propose upgrades, selections, and optional items, thereby boosting the overall job size through customer-driven upsells included directly in your proposals. Following project bookings via the Pipeline CRM, the built-in automated Scheduling feature clearly communicates project timelines to contractors, subcontractors, and homeowners alike. Additionally, Bolster's Client Portal enables customers to monitor the progress of their projects and process online payments upon task completion. Contractors benefit from immediate payment access through a Bolster Business Account, allowing them to utilize both virtual and physical cards for their expenditures. This seamless integration of features not only enhances operational efficiency but also significantly improves customer satisfaction throughout the construction process.

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Integrations Supported

Integrations Supported

CompanyCam
Hover
QuickBooks Online
Renoworks

API Availability

API Availability

Pricing Information

$49 NZD a month
Prices in New Zealand dollars, no GST added. Free plan: 1 estimate a month. Solo: NZ$49 a month, up to 100 estimates a month (fair use), one login plus up to 2 crew logins for their hours. Business: NZ$99 a month or NZ$990 a year, unlimited logins with no charge per person. New accounts get 30 days of full access, no card.
Free Version
Free Trial Offered?

Pricing Information

$155 per month
Core plan - $155 per month (billed annually) or $189 a month

Supported Platforms

SaaS

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad

Customer Service / Support

Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

CostMate

Date Founded

2026

Company Location

Auckland, New Zealand

Company Website

www.costmate.co.nz

Company Facts

Organization Name

Bolster

Date Founded

2016

Company Location

Canada

Company Website

www.bolsterbuilt.com

Categories and Features

Residential Construction Estimating

Billing & Invoicing
Building Product Database
Change Orders
Customer Management
Project Management
Quote Management
Takeoff

Categories and Features

Residential Construction Estimating

Bid Management
Billing & Invoicing
Building Product Database
Change Orders
Customer Management
Project Management
Quote Management
Scheduling
Takeoff

Subcontractor

Not specified

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