TLDR
ComputerEase (acquired by Deltek in 2021) charges approximately $395/month for a single user, dropping to around $125/user/month at 10-user volume — putting a 10-person deployment around $1,500/month. Pricing is not publicly listed and requires a quote. Implementation ranges from 6–8 weeks on the fast end to $50,000+ for enterprise deployments.
ComputerEase (Deltek)
$125–$500/user/moper month
MarginLock
$20–$99/moper month, no setup fee
ComputerEase (Deltek) Pricing Tiers
| Configuration | Estimated Monthly Cost | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Single user (Small Business) | ~$395/month | ~$4,740/year |
| 5 users (volume pricing) | ~$750–$1,000/month | ~$9,000–$12,000/year |
| 10 users (volume pricing) | ~$1,250–$1,500/month | ~$15,000–$18,000/year |
| Implementation (small) | $2,000–$10,000 one-time | |
| Implementation (enterprise) | Up to $50,000+ one-time |
Hidden Costs You Won't See on the Pricing Page
- ⚠ Implementation ranges from $2,000–$10,000 for small deployments, up to $50,000+ for enterprise
- ⚠ Per-user pricing penalizes team growth — every new seat is a monthly recurring cost
- ⚠ No native lien tracking or NTO generation — requires separate software or manual process
- ⚠ Support quality has declined since Deltek acquisition per user reviews — longer response times, higher ticket volumes
- ⚠ Procore integration is reported as weak by users who rely on GC-mandated Procore environments
ComputerEase After the Deltek Acquisition
ComputerEase was acquired by Deltek in 2021. Before the acquisition, it was an independent construction accounting platform with a reputation for responsive support and MEP-specific functionality. Since the acquisition, user reviews document a shift in both.
The platform itself remains capable — ComputerEase is one of the few legacy tools genuinely designed for MEP trades rather than repurposed from GC workflows. But the support experience and the pricing conversation at renewal have changed under Deltek’s enterprise model.
The Per-User Structure
ComputerEase does not offer volume licensing or flat-rate tiers. Each user is a monthly seat cost. Single-user pricing runs approximately $395/month. Volume discounts bring the per-seat cost down as headcount grows, but it’s still a per-user model.
For a 10-person MEP shop, the math lands around $1,250–$1,500/month based on reported pricing. That’s $15,000–$18,000/year in subscription costs before implementation.
The same growth trap applies here as with other per-user platforms: adding field supervisors, hiring a second estimator, or giving your office admin system access all carry incremental monthly cost. Access decisions become budget decisions.
Implementation: The Fastest of the Legacy Platforms
One area where ComputerEase stands apart from its legacy peers: implementation speed. Some deployments go live in 6–8 weeks. User reviews document cases where a small shop was running basic job costing in under two weeks.
Compare that to Foundation (3–6 months), Premier (3–6 months), and Jonas (a few months to over a year). If speed-to-value matters, ComputerEase has a real advantage in this category.
The implementation fee still applies — $2,000–$10,000 for smaller deployments, up to $50,000+ for enterprise configurations with complex data migration.
Hidden Costs Section
| Component | Low Estimate | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Implementation fee | $2,000 | $50,000+ |
| Year 1 subscription (10 users) | $15,000 | $18,000 |
| Lien management software (external) | $1,200/year | $3,600/year |
| Year 1 Total | $18,200 | $71,600 |
Lien tracking is the hidden gap most specialty subs discover after go-live. ComputerEase does not generate notices to owner (NTOs) or lien waivers natively. For subs working in lien-sensitive states — Florida, Texas, Georgia — this is not optional. Add Levelset or a similar lien management tool and you’re paying two software subscriptions.
The Procore Integration Gap
Many specialty subs work for GCs who require Procore for project communication. ComputerEase’s Procore integration is reported by users as weak — limited bidirectional data flow means manual data entry remains necessary for subs who need both platforms. If you’re working with Procore-mandated GCs regularly, factor in the reconciliation time.
Support Quality Under Deltek
The most consistent feedback in post-2021 reviews: support response times have increased and ticket resolution has slowed. ComputerEase built its reputation partly on support quality. That reputation is under pressure since the acquisition moved it into Deltek’s support infrastructure.
This matters for specialty subs who don’t have internal IT — if a payroll run breaks or a job cost report is pulling wrong data at month-end, response time is not abstract.
What ComputerEase Does Well
For a $5M–$15M MEP sub that wants a platform specifically built for their trade — with certified payroll, union labor rates, service dispatch, and equipment tracking in one system — ComputerEase remains one of the better options at this price point. The implementation speed relative to competitors is a genuine advantage.
The question is whether the per-user seat cost, the implementation fee, and the post-acquisition support quality changes are acceptable given what’s available at lower price points.
How It Compares
MarginLock is flat-rate: $20/month (Core, up to 5 users), $49/month (Pro, up to 15 users), $99/month (Enterprise, unlimited users). No per-user pricing, no implementation fee, no seat-cost pressure as your team grows.
For $1M–$10M specialty subs evaluating their first real job costing tool — or looking to move off QuickBooks — the economics are meaningfully different. ComputerEase is a reasonable mid-tier choice for subs above $5M with MEP-specific complexity. Below that revenue threshold, the cost structure is difficult to justify.
| ComputerEase (Deltek) | MarginLock | |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly cost (small team) | $125–$500/user/mo | $20–$99/mo |
| Setup fee | Varies | $0 |
| Contract | Annual or per-seat | Flat rate, cancel anytime |
Q&A
How much does ComputerEase cost for a specialty subcontractor?
ComputerEase pricing is not publicly listed. Based on user reports, a single-user deployment costs approximately $395/month. At 10-user volume, pricing drops to approximately $125–$150/user/month ($1,250–$1,500/month total). Implementation adds $2,000–$10,000 for small shops, up to $50,000+ for enterprise.
Frequently asked
Common questions before you try it
How much does ComputerEase cost per month for a 10-person specialty sub?
Did the Deltek acquisition affect ComputerEase pricing or support quality?
Does ComputerEase handle lien waivers and NTO tracking for specialty subs?
How fast can a specialty sub get ComputerEase up and running?
What's an alternative to ComputerEase for small specialty trade subs under $10M?
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