TambahTolak vs Bukku vs Excel: Which Suits a Small Trader?
Last updated: 5 October 2026 · Bukku prices from bukku.my/pricing on this date
Short answerChoose Bukku if you need full accounting or LHDN e-Invoice now. Choose TambahTolak if you're a micro-business that mainly needs to record daily sales and customer debts quickly, in Malay or English, by voice. Choose Excel / Google Sheets if you want it completely free and are happy building your own sheet.
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Quick comparison
| TambahTolak | Bukku | Excel / Google Sheets | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Bookkeeping & debt-ledger app for micro-businesses | Full Malaysian-built cloud accounting software | General-purpose spreadsheet |
| Price | RM25/month, RM75/3 months or RM300/year (RM59 & RM179 first-time promos); first 30 days free | Free Launch plan (~50 transactions/month recommended); paid from RM35/month (Seed) to RM135/month (Elite); 8% SST on paid plans | Free (Google Sheets) or already owned |
| LHDN e-Invoice | Not yet (coming soon) | Yes, on all plans | No |
| Voice entry | Yes (AI) | No information | No |
| Per-customer debt ledger | Yes, the core focus | Yes, through invoices & customer statements | Build it yourself |
| Languages | Malay & English | Check bukku.my | Your settings |
| Full accounting (balance sheet etc.) | No | Yes | Only if you build it |
| Users | Single owner | Unlimited users on all plans | Shareable |
| Best for | Hawkers, sundry shops, home-based sellers | Small-to-medium companies needing invoices & complete accounts | People who want free and like DIY |
Choose Bukku if…
- You need to issue LHDN e-Invoices now
- You want complete accounts for an accountant or auditor
- You send many formal invoices to other companies
- Several staff need access to the same books
Choose TambahTolak if…
- You run your business from a phone, not a computer
- Your main problem is regular customers' debts and daily sales records
- You'd rather say transactions than type them
- You're more comfortable in Bahasa Melayu (English works too)
Choose Excel / Google Sheets if…
- You want it completely free
- You're comfortable with formulas and recording on a computer
- You have few transactions. Try our free Excel template.
Can I use more than one?
Yes. Many micro-businesses record daily transactions in a phone app, while their accountant uses full accounting software for the annual accounts. TambahTolak's PDF reports can be handed to your accountant.
Try TambahTolak free for 30 days, then decide for yourself.
Try It FreeFrequently asked questions
Which is better, TambahTolak or Bukku?
It depends on your needs. Bukku suits full accounting and LHDN e-Invoice now. TambahTolak suits micro-businesses that need to record daily sales and customer debts quickly, by voice, in Malay or English.
Does TambahTolak support LHDN e-Invoice?
Not yet. TambahTolak's e-Invoice Compliance Mode is coming soon.