Autodesk Quantity Takeoff (QTO) was a standalone software application used to perform 2D and 3D quantity takeoffs from digital drawings. Many students, small contractors, and estimators search for “autodesk quantity takeoff software free download” hoping to access the tool without cost. This paper clarifies the software’s current status and outlines legal pathways to free or low-cost quantity takeoff solutions.

First and foremost, Autodesk officially retired the standalone QTO software several years ago. This means it is no longer sold, updated, or supported by Autodesk. Because it is legacy software, modern operating systems (such as Windows 10 and 11) may run it with compatibility issues, or not at all.

Before downloading Autodesk Quantity Takeoff, ensure your system meets the minimum requirements: