Construction · head to head
Fieldwire vs Topcon MAGNET
Fieldwire
Construction
Field management software for construction teams
- From
- Free
- Rated
- -
Topcon MAGNET
Construction
Field, office and cloud software for surveying and civil construction, built around Topcon instruments
- From
- On request
- Rated
- -
The short version
- Only Fieldwire has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
- Each has a real cost: Fieldwire free tier limited to 5 team members and 3 projects maximum; Topcon MAGNET mAGNET is built around Topcon and Sokkia hardware, so a firm running mixed instrument brands will not get the field workflows it expects and is better served by manufacturer-independent field software.
- They diverge on capability: Fieldwire covers Task management, Topcon MAGNET covers MAGNET Field.
- Prices and features above were last checked on 1 September 2026.
Where they differ
Only the attributes on which Fieldwire and Topcon MAGNET actually diverge.
| Attribute | Fieldwire | Topcon MAGNET |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | Free | On request |
| Pricing model | freemium | quote |
| Free tier | Yes | No |
| Platforms | iOS, Android | Windows, Android, Web |
| Founded | 2013 | Unknown |
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 Fieldwire
- Task management
- Digital blueprints
- Punch lists
- Inspections
- Photo documentation
- Procore
- Autodesk BIM 360
- Box
Only in Topcon MAGNET
- MAGNET Field
- MAGNET Office
- MAGNET Enterprise
- Machine control model preparation
- Mass haul and earthwork
- Point layout and stakeout
- Live field to office link
- Standard format exchange
What people use each for
The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.
Fieldwire
- Construction task tracking and field coordinationnot Topcon MAGNET
- Punch list management on mobile devicesnot Topcon MAGNET
- Project documentation organisationnot Topcon MAGNET
- Field team communicationnot Topcon MAGNET
Topcon MAGNET
- A civil contractor running Topcon grade control that needs design models prepared and pushed to machines from one environmentnot Fieldwire
- A survey crew doing construction layout with Topcon total stations and wanting field data to reach the office without a memory cardnot Fieldwire
- An earthworks estimator producing takeoff quantities and mass haul plans from engineering drawingsnot Fieldwire
- A firm standardising on one manufacturer end to end to reduce the number of software packages its crews have to learnnot Fieldwire
Where each one falls short
Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.
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
Topcon MAGNET
- MAGNET is built around Topcon and Sokkia hardware, so a firm running mixed instrument brands will not get the field workflows it expects and is better served by manufacturer-independent field software.
- Topcon does not publish a rate card and sells through dealers, so two customers can pay materially different prices for the same licences depending on region and negotiation.
- Cloud connectivity through MAGNET Enterprise is commonly bundled for the first year and then charged, which surprises firms that budgeted only for the licence.
- Office capability is spread across modules and disciplines rather than sold as one product, so getting from data collection to machine control model preparation can require more than one purchase.
- The office desktop software is Windows only and the wider line has been reorganised more than once, so buyers should confirm which specific product name their dealer is quoting and how long it will be supported.
Pricing, plan by plan
Fieldwire
FreeNo published plan breakdown. See the Fieldwire review.
Topcon MAGNET
On request- MAGNET Field$undefined/year
- Data collector licence
- Sold through Topcon dealers
- Annual service plan renewals available
- MAGNET Office$undefined/year
- Desktop licence with modules by discipline
- Includes cloud connectivity for a first year
- Renewal quoted separately
- MAGNET Enterprise$undefined/year
- Cloud project storage and field to office exchange
- Subscription renewed annually
- Bundled initially with Office licences
Which should you pick?
Choose Fieldwire if
- You need task management.
- You want to start without paying.
- You work on iOS, Android.
- You also want digital blueprints.
Choose Topcon MAGNET if
- You need magnet field.
- You work on Windows, Android, Web.
- You also want magnet office.
Questions people ask
- Is Fieldwire or Topcon MAGNET better?
- Neither clearly leads. Fieldwire starts at Free and Topcon MAGNET at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
- Which is cheaper, Fieldwire or Topcon MAGNET?
- Fieldwire has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at Free for Fieldwire and On request for Topcon MAGNET.
- Does Fieldwire or Topcon MAGNET run on more platforms?
- Fieldwire runs on iOS, Android. Topcon MAGNET runs on Windows, Android, Web.
- Can I use Fieldwire for free?
- Yes. Fieldwire has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Topcon MAGNET starts at On request.
- What is Fieldwire best used for?
- Fieldwire is most often used for construction task tracking and field coordination, punch list management on mobile devices, project documentation organisation, field team communication. Of those, construction task tracking and field coordination and punch list management on mobile devices are not what Topcon MAGNET is typically brought in for.
- What can Fieldwire do that Topcon MAGNET cannot?
- Fieldwire covers Task management, Digital blueprints, Punch lists, Inspections. Topcon MAGNET covers MAGNET Field, MAGNET Office, MAGNET Enterprise, Machine control model preparation.
Answered from the vendors’ own pages
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.
SourceTopcon MAGNET: Does MAGNET work with Trimble or Leica instruments?
Not as a practical daily workflow. It exchanges standard file formats but the field software is designed for Topcon and Sokkia hardware.
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.
SourceTopcon MAGNET: Is pricing published?
No. MAGNET is sold through Topcon dealers with quotes varying by region and configuration.
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.
SourceTopcon MAGNET: Is the cloud service included?
Typically for a first year with a licence, then renewable as a paid subscription.
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.
SourceTopcon MAGNET: Can I get my data out at project closeout?
Yes, through LandXML, DXF and standard survey exchange formats, though field-specific configuration does not transfer to a competitor.
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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