Choose CableFi if
LV contractors seeking modern cloud + AI.
Estimating & Takeoff · Different job, some overlap
CableFi vs ConstructConnect Takeoff
ConstructConnect Takeoff (formerly OST) is a long-established Windows takeoff tool. CableFi has AI-native takeoffs and an integrated operational platform.
The verdict
OST is the classic; CableFi is the modern cable-specific alternative.
Choose ConstructConnect Takeoff if
Estimators trained on OST for years.
CableFi, on screen
Takeoff that turns into the job.
PathFinder makes the plan live: every drop placed, numbered and counted, and the bill of materials fills in as you go.
At a glance
The two, side by side.
| Feature | CableFi | ConstructConnect Takeoff |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Starter Monthly is $200 a month for shops doing up to $500,000 a year, with up to 10 users. Or a one-time lifetime license: Starter $2,500 or Professional $5,000, unlimited users. No per-seat fees, no free trial. | Per-user subscription |
| Built for | Multi-trade low-voltage and structured cabling contractors | Windows estimators |
| How to try it | 30-minute demo | Demo |
| Works offline | Yes: the field app works offline | Yes |
| Phone app | Installs on any phone | No |
| Founded | 2022 | 1988 (OST) |
| Headquarters | Wilmington, NC | Cincinnati, OH |
What is CableFi?
Cloud PWA with AutoCable and full operations stack. Auto-Cable is on the Professional license.
Starter Monthly is $200 a month for shops doing up to $500,000 a year, with up to 10 users. Or a one-time lifetime license: Starter $2,500 or Professional $5,000, unlimited users. No per-seat fees, no free trial.
What is ConstructConnect Takeoff?
ConstructConnect Takeoff (OST) is a Windows-based on-screen digital takeoff tool for construction estimators.
Pricing: Custom quote; historically $1k–$3k/seat/year.
Feature by feature
What CableFi and ConstructConnect Takeoff each do.
The CableFi column is checked against the product itself. Where we couldn't verify what the other tool does, we say so.
| Feature | CableFi | ConstructConnect Takeoff |
|---|---|---|
| Estimating | ||
| Floor plan markup & takeoffs | Included | Included |
| Auto-Cable: automatic cable routing and cable takeoffOn the Professional license. | Included | Not included |
| Manual estimating & materials catalog | Included | Included |
| AI-generated estimates (Auto-Bid) | Included | Not included |
| Field | ||
| Field app works offline | Included | Not included |
“Not verified” means we couldn't confirm it from the vendor's public material.
Which should you pick?
Strengths, gaps and the jobs each one fits.
CableFi strengths
- AI cable takeoff
- Cloud & mobile
- Full ops
ConstructConnect Takeoff strengths
- Battle-tested with estimators
- ConstructConnect Network integration
Where CableFi falls short
- Fewer generic construction templates
Where ConstructConnect Takeoff falls short
- Windows only
- No cloud PM/field
- No AI takeoff
- You subscribe to ConstructConnect Network for leadsTight coupling with the bid network.Best fit: ConstructConnect Takeoff
- You want AI takeoff on cable jobsAutoCable. Auto-Cable is on the Professional license.Best fit: CableFi
Questions
CableFi vs ConstructConnect Takeoff: common questions
Is OST the same as ConstructConnect Takeoff?
Yes — OST was rebranded under the ConstructConnect brand.
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