2026 comparison: quoting software for Swiss tradesmen
Several Swiss tools help produce quotes: business/invoicing software (Bexio, Winbiz, Magic Heidi), construction trade software (Baunex) and AI assistants (BuddyLeader). They don't all aim at the same thing — here is how they sit on the criteria that matter to a tradesman: quote speed, voice dictation, VAT 8.1%/QR-bill, Swiss hosting.
Classic software or AI assistant ?
Classic software is a tool you fill in (forms, lines, modules). An AI assistant like BuddyLeader does the work: you dictate the job, it prices it at your rates, you approve. For accounting and payroll, business software still fits; for quote speed in the field, the AI approach changes the game.
| Tool | Focus | Voice quoting | VAT 8.1% / QR | Hosted in Switzerland |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bexio | SME accounting + invoicing | — | Yes | Yes |
| Winbiz | Management + accounting + payroll | — | Yes | Yes |
| Magic Heidi | Simple invoicing (freelancers) | — | Yes | Yes |
| Baunex | Construction trade software (quotes, rates) | — | Yes | Yes |
| BuddyLeader | AI team (voice quoting, margin, triage) | Yes | Yes | Yes (Infomaniak, nDSG) |
Frequently asked questions
Which quoting software should a Swiss tradesman choose ?
It depends on the need: for full accounting, business software (Bexio, Winbiz); for simple invoicing, Magic Heidi; for detailed trade quotes, Baunex; to produce quotes fast by voice on site, an AI assistant like BuddyLeader. Many combine an accounting tool with BuddyLeader.
Which ones handle VAT 8.1% and the QR-bill ?
Swiss invoicing tools handle VAT at 8.1% and the QR-bill format. Always check the vendor's current version and plan, as features evolve.
What is the difference between software and an AI assistant ?
Software waits for you to enter the information; an AI assistant captures it (voice, email) and produces the quote for you to approve. BuddyLeader prices deterministically at your rates — the price is never invented.
Does BuddyLeader do accounting ?
No. BuddyLeader focuses on quote speed, per-project margin and email/call triage. For accounting and payroll, keep a business tool and add BuddyLeader.