Client portals for builders, compared.
There are two ways to give your clients a portal: move your business onto an all-in-one platform that includes one, or add a portal on top of the tools you already use. Here's how the main options compare.
| Portalview | Buildxact | Buildertrend | Constructive | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | Client portal only, on top of your current tools | Estimating and quoting, with job management and scheduling from Pro; portal included | All-in-one construction management, portal included | Customer portal and selections for residential builders |
| Based | Sydney | Australia | United States | Australia |
| Portal pricing | $149, $249 or $349 a month by active builds | Plans from $199 a month; portal on Foundation, Pro and Master | Quote only | $95 per job, minimum $6,600 a year |
| Change your systems? | No | Your estimating and quoting move to Buildxact, and job management too on Pro | Yes, it replaces most of your job and financial tools | No, it connects where an integration exists |
Prices exclude GST and are as listed on 9 October 2026. Constructive's portal includes optional extras such as selections and a branded app at extra cost.
Sources, checked 9 October 2026. Prices change, so check each company's website before you decide. Product names are trademarks of their owners. Portalview isn't affiliated with any of them.
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Portalview vs Buildxact
Estimating and quoting with a portal built in, against a portal on top of your tools.
Read the comparisonPortalview vs Buildertrend
A large US all-in-one platform, against a portal you can add without switching.
Read the comparisonPortalview vs Constructive
A portal and selections platform with a $6,600 yearly minimum, against one priced for small and mid-size builders.
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