Quick answerHOVER (9.5) leads on full-exterior 3d; Sketch My Roof (9.4) leads on claims-workflow specialist. A measurable 3D model of the entire exterior from phone photos. Flat published pricing and native Xactimate formats for claims work. Pick by whether your work is exterior remodels and multi-trade sales or insurance adjusters and restoration claims desks.
| Factor | HOVER | Sketch My Roof |
|---|---|---|
| RMG Score | 9.5 · Gold | 9.4 · Gold |
| Best for | Full-exterior 3D | Claims-workflow specialist |
| Price | Roof-only from $29; full exterior from $59 | $19 published; $29 integrated (quoted) |
| Turnaround | Capture + processing | Same calendar day (6 PM EST) |
| Formats | 3D model + broad exports incl. ESX | ESX + Symbility XML included; Xactimate Integration |
| Subscription | Pro $999/yr optional | None |
Where HOVER leads
A measurable 3D model of the entire exterior from phone photos. It is the stronger pick for exterior remodels and multi-trade sales. Read the full HOVER review.
Where Sketch My Roof leads
Flat published pricing and native Xactimate formats for claims work. It is the stronger pick for insurance adjusters and restoration claims desks. Read the full Sketch My Roof review.
Full field: the 2026 rankings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which scores higher, HOVER or Sketch My Roof?
HOVER scores 9.5 to Sketch My Roof's 9.4 on our published rubric. The better pick depends on your job, not on one number.
How do HOVER and Sketch My Roof prices compare?
HOVER: Roof-only from $29; full exterior from $59. Sketch My Roof: $19 published; $29 integrated (quoted). They price on different models, so compare against your own volume rather than the sticker.
Which should I choose?
HOVER for exterior remodels and multi-trade sales; Sketch My Roof for insurance adjusters and restoration claims desks. See both full reviews and the 2026 rankings.
Sources & verification
- HOVER published specs and pricing — HOVER (company site) (as of August 2026)
- Sketch My Roof published specs and pricing — Sketch My Roof (company site) (as of August 2026)