Handoff is a solid tool. It's built for large GC estimating departments. If that's you, great. If you're a welding shop, solo fabricator, or small crew — you're paying for things you'll never use.
| Feature | IronKit | Handoff AI |
|---|---|---|
| Photo-to-quote Snap a jobsite photo, get a quote — no typing | ✓ | ✗ |
| Quote generation AI-written client quotes from job descriptions | ✓ | ✓ |
| Inspection reports Code-compliant reports from field notes | ✓ | ✗ |
| Blueprint analysis Takeoffs, material lists, GC questions | ✓ | Partial Higher-tier plans only |
| Materials calculator Bill of materials with quantities and waste factors | ✓ | ✗ |
| Mobile / PWA Install to phone homescreen, works on job site | ✓ | Partial Mobile browser only |
| Setup time Time from signup to first output | ~30 minutes | Days (onboarding, training) |
| Trade-specific focus Welding, fabrication, metal trades terminology | ✓ | ✗ General construction focus |
| Price Monthly, all features included | $29/mo | $149/mo |
Based on publicly available information as of May 2026. Some Handoff AI features vary by plan.
If you're running a small welding shop, the honest answer is you'll never use most of what makes Handoff worth $149/mo. IronKit covers the work you actually do — quoting, inspection reports, blueprint reads, materials — for $29/mo, with no sales call required.
Four AI tools for welding and fab shops. Quote Writer, Inspection Reports, Blueprint Analyzer, Materials Calculator. Productive in 30 minutes, no setup required.
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