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# Compare The EDGE vs RIB Candy

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> Detailed comparison between The EDGE and RIB Candy. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | The EDGE | RIB Candy |
| **Overall rating** | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 326 | 241 |
| **Starting Price** | - | $200.00 |
| **Free Trial** | No | Yes |
| **Free Version** | No | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop), Windows (On-Premise), Linux (On-Premise) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Windows (Desktop) |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, Knowledge Base Software, Phone Support | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base Software, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training Software** | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation, Videos |

## Best for

### The EDGE

Specialty commercial contractors in roofing, concrete, fireproofing, drywall, acoustical, interior/exterior trades, US and Canada. The EDGE clients have an annual revenue range of $2 million and up.

### RIB Candy

Driven by transformative digital technologies and trends, RIB is committed to propelling the industry forward and making engineering and construction more efficient and sustainable.

## Key features

### The EDGE

- Accounting Integration
- Accounting Software
- Bid Management
- Cost Database
- Cost Estimating
- Cost Tracking
- Estimating
- Historical Database
- Job Costing Software
- Labor Cost Reporting
- Mobile App
- Project Estimating
- Project Management Software
- Projections
- Proposal Generation
- Quotes/Estimates
- Reporting/Analytics
- Takeoff Software

### RIB Candy

- Accounting Integration
- Accounting Software
- Bid Management
- Cost Database
- Cost Estimating
- Cost Tracking
- Estimating
- Historical Database
- Job Costing Software
- Mobile App
- Project Accounting Software
- Project Estimating
- Project Management Software
- Projections
- Proposal Generation
- Quotes/Estimates
- Reporting/Analytics
- Scheduling Software
- Takeoff Software

## Links

- [View The EDGE Profile](https://www.capterra.ae/software/8668/the-edge)
- [View RIB Candy Profile](https://www.capterra.ae/software/126567/candy)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.ae/compare/8668/126567/the-edge/vs/candy)

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