
Buildertrend is excellent for general contractors managing complex multi-month builds, but it's overkill (and overpriced) for kitchen/bath/specialty remodelers who need a simpler workflow. KaChing matches the client portal + selection workflow without the construction-PM bloat.
GCs running 6+ month new-build projects
Kitchen/bath/specialty remodelers who want client-portal-grade UX without GC-level overhead
| Feature | KaChing | Buildertrend |
|---|---|---|
| Client selection portal | ||
| Change-order documentation + signature | ||
| Material milestone tracking (cabinet lead times) | ||
| High-ticket bid follow-up sequences ($40k+) | ||
| Houzz integration | ||
| Built-in payments (Stripe) | ||
| Bilingual EN + FR | ||
| Flat per-account pricing (no per-user) | ||
| GC-grade scheduling Gantt + critical path Buildertrend wins for true GC needs |
$49–$149/mo flat
$399–$999+/mo + per-user upgrades
Outgrew Buildertrend's complexity for your remodel projects? KaChing imports your contacts, jobs, and selection history. Most remodelers cut software cost 70%+ and onboard their team in days, not weeks.
No credit card required. Cancel anytime. Same prices regardless of trade.
For one-truck operators
For growing teams
Multi-location + B2B
All plans include email support + product updates