Choose CableFi if
LV contractors who want AI takeoff and one platform.
Estimating & Takeoff · Different job, some overlap
CableFi vs STACK
STACK is a cloud takeoff and estimating platform for many trades. CableFi is cable-native with AI takeoffs and the operational stack around them.
The verdict
STACK is broader; CableFi is deeper for cable.
Choose STACK if
Cross-trade estimators who want cloud takeoff without picking a trade-specific tool.
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 | STACK |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Cross-trade cloud takeoff |
| How to try it | 30-minute demo | Trial |
| Works offline | Yes: the field app works offline | No |
| Phone app | Installs on any phone | Partial |
| Founded | 2022 | 2011 |
| Headquarters | Wilmington, NC | Cincinnati, OH |
What is CableFi?
Cloud PWA covering estimating, projects, field, HR, storefront.
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 STACK?
STACK offers cloud-based takeoff, estimating, and preconstruction tools.
Pricing: Per-user tiers; contact for pricing.
Feature by feature
What CableFi and STACK 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 | STACK |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Project Management | ||
| Projects, tasks, scheduling | 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 takeoff
- Full ops stack
- Unlimited users
- Offline
STACK strengths
- Broad trade coverage
- Solid cloud takeoff UX
Where CableFi falls short
- No RSMeans/generic estimating databases
Where STACK falls short
- Priced per user
- No AI-native cable takeoff
- No field/HR modules
- Multi-trade GC estimatorBroad templates.Best fit: STACK
- Cable-focused sub who wants AI + PMAutoCable + integrated PM. Auto-Cable is on the Professional license.Best fit: CableFi
Questions
CableFi vs STACK: common questions
Which is cheaper?
Total cost depends on user count. CableFi's unlimited-user pricing helps larger crews.
Weighing CableFi against STACK? See it in 30 minutes.
Your operation will run 20% more efficient in 12 months or your money back. Applies to the Starter and Professional lifetime licenses. See the terms
30-minute demo · Both guarantees in writing