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eSUB vs Fieldwire

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eSUB

Construction

Cloud-based mobile construction management platform

From
$49/month
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Fieldwire logo

Fieldwire

Construction

Field management software for construction teams

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Fieldwire has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: eSUB limited to commercial subcontractors; not suitable for general contractors or non-construction industries; Fieldwire free tier limited to 5 team members and 3 projects maximum
  • They diverge on capability: eSUB covers Mobile task management, Fieldwire covers Task management.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which eSUB and Fieldwire actually diverge.

Attributes where eSUB and Fieldwire differ
AttributeeSUBFieldwire
Starting price$49/monthFree
Pricing modelsubscriptionfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsiOS, Android, WebiOS, Android
Founded20102013

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Construction).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in eSUB

  • Mobile task management
  • Timesheet tracking
  • Job costing
  • Field notes
  • QuickBooks
  • Sage
  • SSL encryption
  • Data backup

Only in Fieldwire

  • Task management
  • Digital blueprints
  • Punch lists
  • Inspections
  • Autodesk BIM 360
  • Dropbox
  • PlanGrid
  • Cloud security

Both cover

  • Photo documentation
  • Procore
  • Box
  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

eSUB

  • Project management for commercial construction subcontractorsnot Fieldwire
  • Daily reports, RFIs, submittals and change orders from the fieldnot Fieldwire
  • Crew time capture on mobile devicesnot Fieldwire
  • Labour, job cost, equipment and material reportingnot Fieldwire
  • Centralised drawing and document managementnot Fieldwire

Fieldwire

  • Construction task tracking and field coordinationnot eSUB
  • Punch list management on mobile devicesnot eSUB
  • Project documentation organisationnot eSUB
  • Field team communicationnot eSUB

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

eSUB

  • Limited to commercial subcontractors; not suitable for general contractors or non-construction industries
  • Custom pricing with no transparent public pricing makes budget planning difficult for prospective customers
  • Narrow candidate list with only one direct competitor (Procore) in the space
  • May have smaller feature set compared to enterprise construction platforms

Fieldwire

  • Free tier limited to 5 team members and 3 projects maximum
  • Basic plan limited to 100 sheets
  • Advanced features (RFIs, submittals, change orders, budget management) restricted to higher tiers
  • BIM viewer availability gated to Business tier and above

Pricing, plan by plan

eSUB

$49/month
  • Starter$49/month
    • Mobile task management
    • Timesheet tracking
    • Document management
  • Professional$99/month
    • Advanced scheduling
    • Accounting integration
    • Custom workflows

Fieldwire

Free

No published plan breakdown. See the Fieldwire review.

Which should you pick?

Choose eSUB if

  • You need mobile task management.
  • You work on iOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want timesheet tracking.
eSUB review

Choose Fieldwire if

  • You need task management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on iOS, Android.
  • You also want digital blueprints.
Fieldwire review

Questions people ask

Is eSUB or Fieldwire better?
Neither clearly leads. eSUB starts at $49/month and Fieldwire at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, eSUB or Fieldwire?
Fieldwire has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $49/month for eSUB and Free for Fieldwire.
Does eSUB or Fieldwire run on more platforms?
eSUB runs on iOS, Android, Web. Fieldwire runs on iOS, Android.
Can I use Fieldwire for free?
Yes. Fieldwire has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. eSUB starts at $49/month.
What is eSUB best used for?
eSUB is most often used for project management for commercial construction subcontractors, daily reports, rfis, submittals and change orders from the field, crew time capture on mobile devices, labour, job cost, equipment and material reporting. Of those, project management for commercial construction subcontractors and daily reports, rfis, submittals and change orders from the field are not what Fieldwire is typically brought in for.
What can eSUB do that Fieldwire cannot?
eSUB covers Mobile task management, Timesheet tracking, Job costing, Field notes. Fieldwire covers Task management, Digital blueprints, Punch lists, Inspections. Both handle Photo documentation, Procore, Box, Web support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

eSUB: What is eSUB designed for and who is the primary user?

eSUB is a mobile-first construction management platform built exclusively for commercial subcontractors. It connects the field to the office through mobile apps and web interfaces for creating, tracking, and managing documents and daily activities.

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Fieldwire: Is there a free version of Fieldwire?

Yes. Fieldwire's Basic plan is free for up to 5 users, 3 projects, and 100 sheets. It includes core features like plan viewing, task management, specifications, files, photos, and checklists.

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eSUB: What key features does eSUB Cloud include?

eSUB includes submittals, change orders, RFIs, daily reports, mobile app functionality, email integration, field notes, time cards, project management, document management, time tracking, and job costing capabilities.

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Fieldwire: What are the per-user costs for paid Fieldwire plans?

Pro costs $39 per user per month (annual billing), Business costs $64 per user per month, and Business Plus costs $89 per user per month. All paid plans include unlimited sheets and unlimited projects regardless of plan tier.

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eSUB: Does eSUB offer a free trial?

Yes. eSUB offers a 14-day free trial as well as customized demos. The demo includes a 45-minute guided walkthrough in a staged demo project.

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Fieldwire: How many users can I have on a free Fieldwire account?

The Basic plan (free) supports up to 5 users with 3 projects. Pro and higher plans scale without hard user limits; you pay per user added.

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eSUB: How does eSUB pricing work?

eSUB Cloud pricing depends on user count and modules required; quotes are provided on a customized basis. No implementation fees apply for standard scopes, and no per-job charges are assessed. Updates are included in the subscription.

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Fieldwire: Does Fieldwire offer discounts for annual billing?

The pricing page lists annual billing rates for the standard plans shown. Custom contracts are available through sales with options for unlimited users, tailored training, dedicated success teams, API access, and single sign-on.

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eSUB: What platforms does eSUB support?

eSUB offers mobile apps for both iOS and Android, as well as a web interface. The platform is designed mobile-first with field-focused functionality.

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Fieldwire: What is included in the Business Plus plan that isn't in lower tiers?

Business Plus ($89/user/month) adds RFIs, submittals, change orders, and budget management features compared to the Business tier. Business itself adds custom forms, app integrations, BIM viewer, and custom task fields compared to Pro.

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