Orbit POS or SQL POS
An SQL POS alternative that stands on its own.
SQL POS is a long-standing Malaysian desktop POS tied to SQL Accounting. Orbit POS suits shops that want a till that runs on its own, on Mac or Windows.
Is Orbit POS a good SQL POS alternative?
Orbit POS is a good SQL POS alternative for a Malaysian shop that wants a desktop till without SQL Accounting, on a Mac as well as Windows, with table service, waiter phones and charging by the hour built in. SQL POS remains the better fit if your books already run on SQL Accounting through a dealer you trust.
How does Orbit POS compare with SQL POS?
Competitor facts checked on 04/10/2026 from public sources.
| Question | Orbit POS | SQL POS |
|---|---|---|
| Needs an accounting package | No; optional sync to Orbit Finance | Yes, SQL Accounting |
| Runs on | macOS and Windows | Windows 10 and above |
| Works without internet | Yes, fully | Yes, with an offline mode |
| Where sales are stored | A file on your own computer | Your SQL setup |
| Table service and waiter phones | Built in (Pro edition) | Check with your SQL dealer |
| Charging by the hour | Built in (Venue edition) | Not a listed feature |
When is each one the better choice?
Choose SQL POS if
SQL POS fits better
Your books already run on SQL Accounting. You rely on a local SQL dealer for setup and support. Your shop is Windows-only and you want one vendor for books and till.
Choose Orbit POS if
Orbit POS fits better
You want a till that runs without an accounting package. You use a Mac at the counter. You run tables, waiter phones or hourly billing. You keep your books in Orbit Finance, or not at all.
Common questions
Does SQL POS need SQL Accounting?
SQL's own documentation lists SQL Accounting as a requirement for SQL POS. Orbit POS runs on its own, with optional sync to Orbit Finance.
Does Orbit POS run on a Mac?
Yes. Orbit POS is built for macOS and Windows.
Can Orbit POS send sales to my accounts?
It sends every completed sale to Orbit Finance, once each, including SST. It does not post to SQL Accounting.
Is Orbit POS a desktop app like SQL POS?
Yes. It is a desktop app whose database is a file on the shop's own computer.
Other comparisons
Compare the Orbit POS editions.
Four editions, each a one-time licence per shop.