Costimator (MTI Systems)

Costimator is cost estimating and quoting software built for manufacturing companies. It generates cost estimates for machined parts and sheet metal fabrication, using cycle-time calculators the vendor calls cost models. The software includes cost models for machining operations such as milling, and for processes like MIG welding and laser cutting. It can be used with or without a 3D CAD model, and the vendor's site describes an ERP integration and a link to Epicor.

The site frames Costimator for manufacturers that need to estimate and quote machined and sheet metal parts, referencing machine-shop specific strategies such as speeds, feeds, and tool-change times built into its cost models. It does not describe a specific company size or industry vertical beyond general manufacturing and job-shop style quoting. No deployment details, such as whether the product is installed locally, hosted, or offered as a hybrid setup, are given on the pages reviewed.

The vendor's site does not list any prices or plans; it repeatedly invites visitors to request a demo rather than stating costs. No subscription tiers, per-seat pricing, or perpetual license figures are given. The description of the ERP integration and the Epicor link is brief, without detail on how the integration is configured or what data it exchanges.