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Compare practice management software
Shortlisting software for your architecture, engineering or consulting firm? You can find our pricing breakdowns, reviews and alternative guides for every tool Australian practices compare us with here. Each one shows where the other product comes out ahead, and prices were checked in October 2026.
Total Synergy
AEC-specific practice software with quote-only pricing and add-on modules.
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Projectworks
NZ-built per-user platform focused on utilisation, margin and forecasting.
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WorkflowMax
BlueRock's job management tool, formerly part of Xero, priced per user.
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Abtrac
Long-standing practice management software for architects and engineers.
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Xero Projects
The project add-on bundled into Xero's Ultimate plan.
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See Drum's own price first
Drum Complete is $225 AUD a month for your first five seats, then $45 per extra seat, excluding GST and onboarding. It covers your pipeline, fee proposals, projects, time, WIP and invoicing through Xero, MYOB or QuickBooks.
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