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What is Stratosphere?
Stratosphere is a cloud-based tool designed for construction takeoffs, providing estimators with exceptional flexibility to conduct their tasks from any location. If you're in search of a comprehensive software solution that streamlines your workflow without altering your estimation methods, Stratosphere is the perfect fit for you. Accessible through any web browser, it also allows integration with Microsoft Excel using a specialized Add-in. Users can enjoy the software at no cost, with the option to explore affordable monthly subscriptions and discounted annual plans for larger teams. With Stratosphere, you can enhance your efficiency and maintain complete control over your projects.
What is Purple Hammer?
Purple Hammer is a comprehensive desktop solution developed specifically for construction estimators and quantity surveyor teams, aiming to fulfill the vision that Bluebeam sought to achieve. This software boasts impressive features, including a PDF viewer operating at 120 FPS, extensive markup and measurement tools covering aspects like length, area, count, perimeter, volume, and wall volume, as well as sophisticated drawing comparison options that facilitate auto alignment, blinking, and support for multiple candidates. In addition, it offers built-in estimating worksheets, the ability to utilize takeoff formulas with advanced syntax, and access to cost and contract lookup tables. The platform is further enhanced by an open MCP for AI integration, a one-click "Magic Measure" function, and the capability to snap to geometry, grid, and raster edges. Moreover, it provides live document and version control, allowing users to export marked-up PDFs, Excel files, and comparison GIFs efficiently. Compatible with both Mac and Windows operating systems, Purple Hammer is meticulously crafted to optimize the estimating workflow for construction professionals. Its intuitive design coupled with its powerful features establishes it as a critical tool for improving both the efficiency and precision of construction projects, ultimately driving better outcomes in the industry.
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Integrations Supported
Corecon
EValuate
Microsoft Excel
Model Context Protocol (MCP)
Integrations Supported
Corecon
EValuate
Microsoft Excel
Model Context Protocol (MCP)
API Availability
Has API
API Availability
Has API
Pricing Information
$50/user/month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version
Pricing Information
$12.99/user/month
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version
Supported Platforms
SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux
Supported Platforms
SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux
Customer Service / Support
Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support
Customer Service / Support
Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training
Company Facts
Organization Name
Tally Systems
Date Founded
1987
Company Location
United States
Company Website
www.stratospheretakeoff.com
Company Facts
Organization Name
ShapeDo (TA Purple Hammer)
Date Founded
2014
Company Location
Israel
Company Website
purple-hammer.com
Categories and Features
Construction Estimating
Accounting Integration
Audit Trail
Bid Management
Billing & Invoicing
Building Product Database
Calculators
Change Orders
Contract Management
Cost Database
Customer Management
Customizable Templates
Electrical Estimating
HVAC Estimating
Historical Database
Job Costing
Plumbing Estimating
Price Data / Price Books
Project Management
Quote Management
Reporting/Analytics
Scheduling
Subcontractor Management
Takeoff
What-if Analysis
Residential Construction Estimating
Bid Management
Billing & Invoicing
Building Product Database
Change Orders
Customer Management
Project Management
Quote Management
Scheduling
Takeoff
Takeoff
3D View
Assembly Takeoff
Cross Section Creation
Electronic Plans
Elevation Checking
Error Checking
Site Balancing
Slope Routines
Subcontractor Management
Categories and Features
Construction Estimating
Accounting Integration
Audit Trail
Bid Management
Billing & Invoicing
Building Product Database
Calculators
Change Orders
Contract Management
Cost Database
Customer Management
Customizable Templates
Electrical Estimating
HVAC Estimating
Historical Database
Job Costing
Plumbing Estimating
Price Data / Price Books
Project Management
Quote Management
Reporting/Analytics
Scheduling
Subcontractor Management
Takeoff
What-if Analysis
Takeoff
3D View
Assembly Takeoff
Cross Section Creation
Electronic Plans
Elevation Checking
Error Checking
Site Balancing
Slope Routines
Subcontractor Management