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Houzz Pro vs Smartsheet Construction

Houzz Pro logo

Houzz Pro

Software

Business management platform for home builders and remodelers

From
Free
Rated
-
Smartsheet Construction logo

Smartsheet Construction

Software

Work management platform for construction teams

From
Free
Rated
-

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: Houzz Pro the Pro plan includes only 1 seat and additional users cost $60 per user per month; Smartsheet Construction automation engine uses logic-based if-then rules rather than adaptive AI, cannot predict outcomes or understand content
  • They diverge on capability: Houzz Pro covers Project management, Smartsheet Construction covers Project scheduling.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Houzz Pro and Smartsheet Construction actually diverge.

Attributes where Houzz Pro and Smartsheet Construction differ
AttributeHouzz ProSmartsheet Construction
Pricing modelsubscriptionUnknown
Founded20092005

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), platforms (Web, Ios, Android), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

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 Houzz Pro

  • Project management
  • Client communication
  • Portfolio management
  • Lead management
  • Budgeting
  • QuickBooks
  • Square
  • Stripe

Only in Smartsheet Construction

  • Project scheduling
  • Resource management
  • Collaboration
  • Reporting
  • Automation
  • Procore
  • Microsoft 365
  • Google Workspace

Both cover

  • Web support
  • Ios support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

Houzz Pro

  • Generating remodeling and design leads from a Houzz professional profilenot Smartsheet Construction
  • Producing estimates, proposals and change orders for residential design and build projectsnot Smartsheet Construction
  • Running client-facing selection boards and 3D floor plans for interior designersnot Smartsheet Construction

Smartsheet Construction

  • Project trackingnot Houzz Pro
  • Resource planningnot Houzz Pro
  • Team collaborationnot Houzz Pro
  • Reportingnot Houzz Pro

Where each one falls short

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

Houzz Pro

  • The Pro plan includes only 1 seat and additional users cost $60 per user per month
  • Plans are gated by annual project volume, with Pro limited to up to $500,000, Custom covering $500,000 to $5M and Enterprise required above $5M
  • Advertising packages are a separate add-on starting at $499 per month on top of the software subscription
  • No monthly subscription price for any tier is shown on the pricing page
  • Takeoffs, scheduling, selections boards, daily logs, budgets, bid management, change orders and financial reporting are not in the free basic plan

Smartsheet Construction

  • Automation engine uses logic-based if-then rules rather than adaptive AI, cannot predict outcomes or understand content
  • Essential features locked behind expensive add-ons or Enterprise plan tiers
  • Business plan requires minimum 3 seats, raising costs for smaller teams
  • Limited in-platform communication with only @messages in task cards versus robust chat in competitors
  • Dependency management capabilities are limited for complex project interdependencies
  • Spreadsheet-focused design less suitable for agile and cross-functional teams

Pricing, plan by plan

Houzz Pro

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Portfolio showcase
    • Lead generation
    • Basic profile
  • Plus$39/month
    • Advanced portfolio
    • Lead management
    • Client communication

Smartsheet Construction

Free
  • Pro$9/month
    • Gantt charts
    • Portfolio management
  • Business$19/month
    • Automation
    • Advanced integrations

Which should you pick?

Choose Houzz Pro if

  • You need project management.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, Ios, Android.
  • You also want client communication.

Choose Smartsheet Construction if

  • You need project scheduling.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Web, iOS, Android.
  • You also want resource management.

Questions people ask

Is Houzz Pro or Smartsheet Construction better?
Neither clearly leads. Houzz Pro starts at Free and Smartsheet Construction at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Houzz Pro or Smartsheet Construction?
Houzz Pro starts at Free and Smartsheet Construction at Free.
Does Houzz Pro or Smartsheet Construction run on more platforms?
Houzz Pro runs on Web, Ios, Android. Smartsheet Construction runs on Web, iOS, Android.
Can I use Houzz Pro for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is Houzz Pro best used for?
Houzz Pro is most often used for generating remodeling and design leads from a houzz professional profile, producing estimates, proposals and change orders for residential design and build projects, running client-facing selection boards and 3d floor plans for interior designers. Of those, generating remodeling and design leads from a houzz professional profile and producing estimates, proposals and change orders for residential design and build projects are not what Smartsheet Construction is typically brought in for.
What can Houzz Pro do that Smartsheet Construction cannot?
Houzz Pro covers Project management, Client communication, Portfolio management, Lead management. Smartsheet Construction covers Project scheduling, Resource management, Collaboration, Reporting. Both handle Web support, Ios support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Smartsheet Construction: What does Smartsheet cost?

Smartsheet offers Pro at $9/user/month (billed annually at $108), Business at $19/user/month (annually $228), and custom Enterprise pricing. Annual billing provides significant discounts (25% for Pro, 21% for Business).

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Smartsheet Construction: Does Smartsheet offer a free tier?

Smartsheet offers a limited free plan supporting one licensed user with 2 sheets and 500 MB storage, including grid, Gantt, card, and calendar views. A 30-day free trial is also available.

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Smartsheet Construction: What platforms does Smartsheet support?

Smartsheet is a 100% SaaS web application compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux browsers. Mobile apps are available for iOS (15+) and Android (10+), though mobile app has limitations for creating automated workflows and building filters.

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Smartsheet Construction: Does Smartsheet integrate with other tools?

Yes, Smartsheet has 175+ integrations including two-way connectors for Slack, Jira, Salesforce, Microsoft Teams, Power BI, Outlook, and more. Some integrations are included in Business plans while others are paid add-ons.

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