Comparison
Amperio.ai vs Excel Spreadsheets
A fair comparison to help you choose the right electrical estimating software.
Most electrical contractors start estimating in Excel. It works — until it doesn’t. Amperio.ai gives you the structure of a real estimating tool with the flexibility of a spreadsheet.
| Feature | Amperio.ai | Excel Spreadsheets |
|---|---|---|
| AI Plan Takeoff | ||
| Electrical Material Catalog | ||
| Unit Price Analysis (APU) | ||
| Cost Analytics Dashboard | ||
| BIM/IFC Import | ||
| Digital Approval & Tracking | ||
| AI Co-pilot | ||
| LATAM Pricing (COP, VES, MXN) | ||
| Starting Price | $49/mo | $0–$15/mo |
Why choose Amperio.ai
Structured database instead of fragile formulas
AI takeoff eliminates manual counting
Built-in electrical material pricing by country
Professional PDF output with your branding
Version control and approval tracking
No formula errors or broken references
Who is each best for?
Amperio.ai
Any contractor ready to move beyond spreadsheets without losing flexibility.
Excel Spreadsheets
Very small operations with simple projects and no budget for software.