Buildertrend alternative — comparison

Buildertrend alternative in Quebec: which one fits?

By the SubmitX team · Updated October 1, 2026

Buildertrend is US software for established residential builders and remodelers, with personalized quote-based pricing and iOS/Android apps. We found no mention of a French interface on its official pages. SubmitX targets Quebec SMBs, in French, with CCQ payroll, SEAO monitoring and published prices.

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Disclosure: this comparison is written by SubmitX, so we are not neutral. Facts about Buildertrend were checked on its official website and app-store listings on October 1, 2026 (numbered links at the bottom). Anything Buildertrend does not publish is marked as such. SubmitX launched publicly in June 2026: it is a young company, with less track record and fewer integrations than established vendors. Spotted an error? support@submitx.ca.

Buildertrend at a glance

Buildertrend mainly targets residential builders and remodelers (its quote form also lists commercial general contractors and specialty contractors). Pricing is a custom quote with unlimited users and projects, 10% off when paid annually, and two onboarding tiers.[1]

Data is processed and stored in the United States or other locations where Buildertrend operates.[2] Its QuickBooks Online integration supports Canadian province-based taxes, including GST/QST.[5] The App Store listing shows English.[3]

SubmitX vs Buildertrend: comparison table

CriterionBuildertrendSubmitX
Published priceNot published: custom quote; unlimited users and projects[1]Free $0 · Starter $99/mo ($89 billed annually, 3 users) · Pro $299/mo ($269 billed annually, 25 users) · Ultra on quote (CAD)
Trial / free planNo free trial; "30 days risk free" after a demo[6]Permanent Free plan (unlimited bids, 0 AI credits) + 7-day trial of paid plans, no card
French interfaceNo mention found; App Store: English[3]French (built French-first)
Mobile appYes, iOS and Android[3][4]iOS and Android app
Data hostingUnited States or other locations where Buildertrend operates[2]Database in Canada (Montréal); some processors in the US (AI, web hosting, payments, email)
GST/QSTThrough the QuickBooks Online integration (province-based taxes)[5]GST/QST; QuickBooks Online sync; Acomba and Sage 50 exports
CCQ payrollNot published[1]CCQ payroll included
SEAO monitoringNot published[1]SEAO tender monitoring
TargetEstablished residential builders and remodelers[1]Construction SMBs in Quebec; young company (public launch June 2026)

“Not published” = not found on the official website as of October 1, 2026; it does not mean the feature does not exist.

Who is it for? Our recommendation

Buildertrend is the better fit if…

  • You are an established residential builder or remodeler, comfortable in English, who wants a proven job and client management tool.
  • You mostly work in English Canada or the United States.
  • You want structured onboarding support.

SubmitX fits if…

  • Your crews and clients work in French.
  • You want CCQ payroll and SEAO monitoring built in.
  • You want published prices, a Free plan and a database hosted in Canada.

Before you switch: SubmitX limitations

Frequently asked questions

How much does Buildertrend cost?

Buildertrend does not publish a fixed price: per buildertrend.com/pricing (October 1, 2026), pricing is personalized by builder type, annual revenue and needs.

Is Buildertrend available in French?

We found no mention of a French interface on Buildertrend's official pages, and its App Store listing shows English (checked October 1, 2026).

Buildertrend or SubmitX in Quebec?

Buildertrend fits established residential builders working in English. SubmitX fits Quebec SMBs that want a French tool with CCQ payroll, SEAO monitoring and published prices, keeping in mind SubmitX is a young company (public launch June 2026).

Sources

  1. buildertrend.com — Pricing — accessed October 1, 2026
  2. buildertrend.com — sécurité et protection des données (FAQ) — accessed October 1, 2026
  3. App Store — Buildertrend — accessed October 1, 2026
  4. Google Play — Buildertrend — accessed October 1, 2026
  5. buildertrend.com — intégration QuickBooks Online — accessed October 1, 2026
  6. buildertrend.com — FAQ — accessed October 1, 2026

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