Looking for food items at cheaper rate? Price checker apps may come in handy


Consumers can find the cheapest cooking oil around using price checking apps. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

As Malaysians brace for price increases for essential food items such as chicken, eggs and cooking oil, local price checker apps may come in handy to help find the lowest prices available.

The Ministry of Domestic Trade and Consumer Affairs (KPDNHEP) is encouraging consumers to download its Price Catcher app, which allows them to view the prices of specific items from various locations and make comparisons.

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Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month
RM9.73 only

Billed as RM9.73 for the 1st month then RM13.90 thereafters.

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month
RM8.63/month

Billed as RM103.60 for the 1st year then RM148 thereafters.

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