Trimble LiveCount vs. Beam AI

Trimble LiveCount is an advanced, cloud-based 2D graphical takeoff solution built specifically for MEP estimators. Designed to replace paper drawings and disconnected plan viewers, LiveCount accelerates the quantification process while eliminating manual data entry errors. Through a live, bi-directional link with Trimble Accubid Anywhere, Accubid Classic, Total Estimating, and Estimation MEP, any measurement or count created on a drawing automatically populates the estimate audit trail in real time. LiveCount features AI-powered takeoff automation and patented AutoCount symbol recognition.

Beam AI automates the construction takeoff process for general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers. It reads site plans and spec sheets to deliver accurate material quantities—without manual tracing. Beam AI Takeoff Software scans entire plan sets, extracts relevant quantities, and flags changes across addendums. Estimators simply need to upload PDFs and define the scope—Beam AI processes the takeoff and an expert estimator reviews the output to ensure accuracy.