After 2 weeks building, I looked at what UK builders are actually paying for project tracking — and why none of them answer the most important question: "What is my project worth right now?"
Here's how BuildMe Pro Gold+ compares to the 3 apps Google shows at the top.
At a Glance — Price, Features & Valuations (UK, Aug 2026)
| Feature | BuildMe Pro Gold+ | BRCKS | Buildxact | Houzz Pro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UK Price | DIY £4.99/mo (2 projects) · Pro £9.99/mo (8 projects) · Gold £19.99/mo (20 projects) · £9.99/valuation (credits never expire) | £40/seat/mo +VAT billed annually (£50 monthly) — subs free | £119/mo Foundation, £209/mo Pro, £349/mo Master +VAT | From £54/mo, £139/mo Pro after 30-day trial |
| Free Trial | 5-day + sample projects | 14-day | Yes | 30-day |
| Live Market Valuation | YES — AI calculates real-time value uplift as you log milestones | No | No — supplier estimating only | No |
| Receipt & Photo Logging | Yes — Snap invoices + progress photos, auto expense tracking | Yes — Site photos + 360° tours + WhatsApp capture | Yes — Site photos + purchase orders | Yes — Daily logs + photo capture |
| PDF Reports | Yes — Professional reports for lenders/buyers/insurance | No — Chat transcripts / site diaries | Yes — Quotes, job costing, invoices | Yes — Financial reports, estimates |
| Best For | Builders, DIY, Property Flippers, Restorers (DIY → Pro → Gold tiers) | Teams drowning in WhatsApp | Residential builders needing takeoffs | Design & build firms needing 3D plans & marketing |
| Platform | iOS & Android via PMD Services | iOS, Android + Web | Web + Onsite Mobile App | iOS, Android + Web |
| Per-Seat Pricing? | No — flat per tier, no per-seat | Yes — £40/seat/mo | No — unlimited users on Foundation | No — flat monthly |
1. BuildMe Pro Gold+ (£4.99/mo) — Built for Profit, Not Just Paperwork
BuildMe Pro Gold+ is an AI-driven project tracking and live market valuation platform designed for builders, DIY renovators, property developers, and vehicle restorers.
Core Features
- Live Valuations: Automatically calculates real-time market value increases as you log milestones.
- Receipt & Photo Logging: Snap photos of site progress and invoices to let the app log and track expenses.
- PDF Reports: Generate professional reports for individual projects and your overall dashboard.
- Built-in Samples: Comes pre-loaded with sample projects and a 5-day free trial.
If you're flipping a house or restoring a classic car, you don't need a £200/mo takeoff tool. You need proof of uplift.
2. BRCKS (£40/seat) — Great for WhatsApp Chaos, Not for Valuations
BRCKS is brilliant at unifying WhatsApp, emails and texts. Per-seat pricing means a 3-man team costs £120/mo + VAT (£144). It saves time on admin, but it will never tell you what your flip is worth.
Choose BRCKS if: Your biggest pain is communication.
Choose BuildMe Pro if: Your biggest pain is knowing your profit.
3. Buildxact (£119–£349/mo) — The Estimator's Power Tool
Buildxact is the industry standard for digital takeoffs, supplier integration, and Gantt schedules. It's powerful but starts at £119/mo for Foundation (unlimited users, but limited features) and £209/mo for Pro with job management. Add-ons like Estimate Generator +£99/mo.
Choose Buildxact if: You run a 5+ person residential building firm quoting daily.
Choose BuildMe Pro if: You want the same job tracking at 95% less cost, plus live valuations.
4. Houzz Pro (£139/mo) — The Designer's Marketing Suite
Houzz Pro is an all-in-one for US/UK designers: 3D floor plans, CRM, websites, lead gen. UK pricing is £139/mo after trial. Great for winning high-end clients, weak for UK site tracking and zero valuation features.
Choose Houzz Pro if: You need 3D renders and marketing funnels.
Choose BuildMe Pro if: You need live market value for UK property.
Final Verdict: Why £4.99 Beats £139
The other apps track cost. BuildMe Pro Gold+ tracks value.
For £4.99/month via PMD Services — less than a coffee a week — you get:
- One flat fee (not per seat)
- Live valuations
- Receipt logging
- PDF reports you can hand to a lender or buyer
Available now on iOS and Android.
FAQs
Q: Does BuildMe Pro Gold+ work for vehicle restoration?
A: Yes — log parts, labour and photos, and watch the live market value of your restoration increase. Designed specifically for restorers.
Q: Can I switch from Buildxact / BRCKS?
A: Yes — export your photos and receipts, import into BuildMe Pro, and start logging milestones. Most users set up their first project in under 10 minutes.
Q: Is there a long-term contract?
A: No — £4.99/month, cancel anytime via PMD Services.