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Compare Project-Based ERP Software

Project-based ERP tools connect project work with accounting, staffing, time tracking and billing; compare the features you need and the platforms your team uses.

The signal score is out of 10. Marks show whether a tool has a public API, open-source code or a free tier; use the listed comparisons to check pricing and deployment.

  • 20 platforms
  • 3 with a public API on this page
  • 2 with a free tier
  • Checked 28 Sept 2026
  1. 1
    B
    BuildSuitebuildsuite.io

    BuildSuite combines construction estimation, site execution, procurement, workforce, payroll, project accounting and reporting in one database.

    7.6 APIOpenFree Free tier · from $99/mo
  2. 2
    TV
    Trimble Viewpoint Vistatrimble.com

    A business system for financial and stock management, with web, mobile and self-hosted options.

    6.4 APIOpenFree Free tier
  3. 3
    S
    Strivenstriven.com

    Cloud software for tracking company finances, stock and customer orders; includes a 90-day trial.

    6.2 APIOpenFree From $35/mo
  4. 4
    T
    TimeSuitetimesuite.com

    Construction ERP combining accounting, job costing, estimating, scheduling, payroll and project management.

    5.6 APIOpenFree —
  5. 5
    DM
    Deltek Maconomydeltek.com

    A business system for financial and stock management on web, desktop and mobile.

    5.6 APIOpenFree —
  6. 6
    C
    CMiCcmicglobal.com

    Paid ERP available on web and mobile, with pricing provided on request.

    5.5 APIOpenFree —
  7. 7
    DV
    Deltek Vantagepointdeltek.com

    ERP for professional services firms linking sales, project delivery, staffing and financials.

    5.4 APIOpenFree —
  8. 8
    DC
    Deltek ComputerEasedeltek.com

    Construction accounting software combining job costing, project management, accounting, payroll, and equipment management for residential, commercial, and…

    5.3 APIOpenFree —
  9. 9
    UE
    Unanet ERP AEunanet.com

    ERP for architecture and engineering, available on web and mobile, with AI features.

    5.3 APIOpenFree —
  10. 10
    DC
    Deltek Costpointdeltek.com

    A project business system for tracking money, stock and customer orders online.

    5.2 APIOpenFree —
  11. 11
    AC
    Acumatica Construction Editionacumatica.com

    Cloud construction software for project accounting, field reports, progress billing and change orders.

    5.2 APIOpenFree —
  12. 12
    XE
    Xorosoft ERPxorosoft.com
    5.1 APIOpenFree —
  13. 13
    S3
    Sage 300 Construction and Real Estatesage.com

    Software for contractors and property firms to manage payroll, projects and field work.

    5.0 APIOpenFree —
  14. 14
    EE
    Explorer Evolutionexplorer-software.com

    ERP with project accounting, resource planning, time and expense tracking, and client billing.

    4.3 APIOpenFree —
  15. 15
    A
    ArionERParionerp.com

    ERP with project accounting, resource planning, time tracking, expenses and client billing.

    4.3 APIOpenFree —
  16. 16
    SC
    Sage Construction Managementsage.com

    A construction tool for schedules, budgets, change requests and shared files.

    4.2 APIOpenFree —
  17. 17
    E
    Eque2eque2.co.uk
    4.0 APIOpenFree —
  18. 18
    BE
    BuildCore ERPbuildcore-erp.com
    4.0 APIOpenFree —
  19. 19
    PP
    ProjectBook Proprojectbookpro.com
    4.0 APIOpenFree —
  20. 20
    R4
    RIB 4.0rib-software.com

    Cloud ERP with project accounting, resource planning, time tracking and client billing.

    4.0 APIOpenFree —

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How to choose

Which project accounting features do I need?

Start with project accounting and core finance modules. These help you compare how a system handles project costs alongside broader financial work.

Does it track resources, time and expenses?

Check resource management and time and expense tracking against the way your team plans work and records project activity.

Can it handle client billing?

Compare client billing features with how you charge clients. Project accounting and time records may also matter when choosing a fit.

Which platforms and deployment options should I check?

Check whether the tool runs on web, Android, iOS or Windows, or offers an API or self-hosted deployment. The available platform options vary by product.

How can I compare pricing and trial options?

Compare free-plan availability and the paid-from price where listed. Some products give pricing on request, so you may need to ask the provider. A free trial is different from a free plan.

Questions

What does project-based ERP software do?

It connects project work with areas such as accounting, resource management, time and expenses, client billing and core finance.

What should I compare in project-based ERP software?

Compare project accounting, resource management, time and expense tracking, client billing, core finance modules, deployment and pricing.

Does project-based ERP software include a free plan?

Free-plan availability varies. Check the free-plan mark; a free trial is a separate option.

Can project-based ERP software run on mobile?

Some tools list Android or iOS support. Check the platform options for the product you are considering.

Can I self-host project-based ERP software?

Self-hosted deployment is available for some tools. Check the deployment details for each product.

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