Takeoff & Estimating
ORKSTRA vs PlanSwift
PlanSwift outputs a CSV. ORKSTRA outputs a contract.
Takeoff is one piece. We run the whole job.
PlanSwift is a focused Windows-only takeoff tool β affordable and capable, but a dead end. After the takeoff, you still need an ERP, a BOQ tool, and an IPC system. ORKSTRA delivers takeoffs (AI-verified) plus everything downstream, in one Arabic-first cloud platform.
ORKSTRA vs PlanSwift β side-by-side
| Feature | ORKSTRA | PlanSwift |
|---|---|---|
| Drawing takeoffs | Triple-AI verified | Manual / point-and-click |
| Cloud, multi-user | Native cloud | Windows desktop only |
| Downstream BOQ / IPC | End-to-end | CSV export to Excel |
| Arabic-first UI + bilingual PDFs | Full RTL, every screen and export | English UI only |
| AI assistance | Claude + Gemini + YOLO | None native |
| Mobile + site reporting | Yes (WhatsApp + app) | No |
Comparison based on publicly available product documentation and quoted pricing as of May 2026. PlanSwift is a trademark of its owner.
Why ORKSTRA is different
01
Cloud-native, Arabic, multi-device
PlanSwift is single-machine Windows. ORKSTRA runs on any browser β desktop, tablet, site phone in Arabic β with real-time multi-user collaboration.
02
AI does the boring part
PlanSwift counts what you click. ORKSTRA's Triple-AI reads the drawing, finds the symbols, calls out missing dimensions, and proposes BOQ lines.
03
Takeoff β contract β cash
ORKSTRA turns the takeoff into a priced BOQ, into a tender bid, into a contract, into IPCs and supplier POs. PlanSwift hands you a CSV and waves goodbye.
Thinking of switching?
Upgrade to AI-verified takeoffs.
Import your PlanSwift PSE files. We'll re-run the takeoff with Triple-AI and show you what was missed. Free for the first project.
Frequently asked questions
Can we import PSE files?
Yes β PSE quantities and item lists can be imported as a baseline. Triple-AI re-runs the drawing for cross-check.
Is the AI accurate enough for tender prices?
For critical numbers, ORKSTRA routes through the Triple-AI ensemble + senior QS review. The AI is the draft; humans approve the tender.
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