The Chariot Estimator app is a mobile tool designed to make it easy for you to collect and record inventory details directly at the job site. With its streamlined interface, you can fill out cube sheets, record customer inventory, and manage job details — even without an internet connection.
This app is particularly valuable for conducting on-site surveys and estimates, especially in cases where internet access may be unreliable. If internet access is available and broader functionalities are required, the full Chariot web application is a more suitable tool.
What Is the Estimator App?
The Estimator app is a lightweight version of Chariot, built specifically for iPads. It allows surveyors and estimators to:
Key Differences Between Chariot Estimator App and Full Chariot App
Purpose:
The Estimator app focuses solely on conducting and inputting estimates or surveys at customer sites.
The full Chariot app offers broader functionality, including project management, data analysis, and additional administrative tools.
Functionality:
The Estimator app is streamlined for ease of use in fieldwork settings.
The web-based Chariot app integrates a wide array of features accessible online.
View upcoming surveys and assigned jobs
Search for and access job details
Fill out intake forms and complete detailed inventory lists
Work entirely offline when internet access isn't available
When a job is opened in the Estimator app, it is downloaded locally to the iPad so you can continue working without interruption. Once your device reconnects to the internet, all changes are automatically uploaded back to Chariot.
Taking Inventory on a Phone vs. Using the Estimator App
As of November 2025, movers can take inventory directly from a phone using the standard Chariot web app — no iPad or Estimator app required. The mobile-friendly Inventory tab lets movers add items, assign them to rooms, and capture photos and video via LiveSwitch, all from their phone while on-site.
Here's how the two options compare:
Phone (Chariot web app): Best for quick, connected inventory sessions. Supports photos/video via LiveSwitch. Requires internet access.
iPad Estimator app: Best for full on-site surveys, especially when internet access is unreliable. Works fully offline and syncs when reconnected. More suited to detailed walkthroughs.
For most day-of-move inventory needs, the phone (web app) is a convenient option. For formal pre-move surveys, the iPad Estimator app remains the recommended tool.
Usage Recommendations
When to Use the Estimator App:
Use the Estimator app when conducting on-site surveys or estimates, especially in scenarios where there is no reliable internet access. The app is optimized for offline usage.
When to Use the Full Chariot Web App (Desktop or Mobile):
If internet access is available, the web-based Chariot app is recommended to take advantage of its full suite of tools and functionality — including the mobile-friendly Inventory tab on phones.
Device Availability
Chariot Estimator App:
• ✅ Available for iPads
• ❌ Not available for Android tablets, Android phones, or iPhones
Chariot Web App (mobile inventory):
• ✅ Available on iPhone and Android phones via mobile browser
• Requires an active internet connection
Setup & Approval
Before using the Estimator app, you must receive setup approval from the Chariot Team.
To get started:
Contact support@chariotmove.com and request offline Estimator app access.
Once approved, you will be able to log in with:
Your Chariot client name (first part of your Chariot URL)
Your username and password
How to Use the Estimator App
1. Log In
Open the Estimator app on your iPad.
Enter your Client Name, tap Submit.
Enter your Username and Password, then sign in.
2. View Your Jobs
Upcoming assigned surveys appear in the Upcoming Surveys list.
You can also:
See jobs you've recently viewed
Browse all jobs in the system
Search by customer name
3. Download a Job for Offline Use
Tap a job from the list.
The app will download the job so you can work without internet.
The job's download timestamp will be visible for reference.
4. Enter Intake Details
Tap the Intake tab to view or edit:
Customer details
Addresses
Travel time calculations
5. Record Inventory
Tap the Inventory tab - the core functionality of the app.
Select a room from the list.
Then add items by:
Searching for an item name (e.g., "nightstand")
Browsing by type (e.g., "bed frame")
Browsing by room (e.g., "Bedroom")
Tap on the item you want to add — it will appear in your inventory list on the right side of the screen.
Repeat for each room until your inventory is complete.
6. Sync Your Data
If offline, data will be stored locally until you reconnect to the internet.
When back online, the app will automatically upload your updates to Chariot.
You can then view and manage them via the web version.
Need help?
Contact the Chariot Support Team at support@chariotmove.com or via the "red help button" in the bottom corner of Chariot for assistance with setup, troubleshooting, or usage questions.