★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★
VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
Tool comparison edition
Tool Comparison
Fey vs Trendlyne
Pick Fey if
Fey
Contact for pricing · Desktop · Web
- Delayed quotes won't cut it; you need real-time data
- You care about news sentiment, improved filings, and AI research, things Trendlyne doesn't offer
Pick Trendlyne if
Trendlyne
Free • Paid plans available · Web · Mobile
- You'd rather start free and only pay if you outgrow it
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You care about data visualizations, options, and backtesting, things Fey doesn't offer
Skip both if: Neither one clicks with how you research; there are strong third options.
See alternativesOutbound links may include affiliate or sponsor codes.
Our take
The bottom line
Fey and Trendlyne cover a lot of the same ground (9 shared categories, including screeners, portfolio, and watchlist), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. Trendlyne simply does more: 22 categories to Fey's 13, including data visualizations, options, and backtesting, plus a mobile app. Fey counters by keeping things simpler.
What readers say
Fey
Vote once to reveal the community verdict.
Trendlyne
Vote once to reveal the community verdict.
Key differences at a glance
- Free plan
- Trendlyne
- Broader coverage
- Trendlyne22 vs 13 categories
- Mobile app
- Trendlyne
- Desktop app
- Fey
- Real-time data
- Fey
- Global coverage
- Trendlyne
See for yourself
How they stack up
The side-by-side table: pricing, platforms, data, and coverage at a glance.ShowHide
How they stack up
The side-by-side table: pricing, platforms, data, and coverage at a glance.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & plans | ||
Starting price | Contact for pricing | Free • Paid plans available |
Free tier | No | Yes |
Free trial | — | — |
Plan limits | — | 20 limits: GuruQ (Annual): data downloader: 2,000 rows, GuruQ (Annual): screener alerts: 75 active, daily +18 more |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | Yes | Yes |
Desktop app | Yes | No |
Mobile app | No | Yes |
API access | No | No |
Broker sync | Yes | Yes |
Integrations | Plaid, Interactive Brokers +1 more | Zerodha, Angel One +7 more |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Best for | — | — |
Categories covered | 13 | 22 |
Regions | North America | APAC, North America |
| Data & capabilities | ||
Data quality | 5 signals: Latency: Real-time and End of Day, Granularity: Minute and EOD +3 more | 3 signals: Latency: End of Day, Granularity: EOD +1 more |
Capabilities | 5 signals: Universe builder, Factors: Value, Growth, Momentum, Quality, and Size +3 more | 6 signals: Custom formulas, Universe builder +4 more |
Security | Data residency: Other | — |
| Try it | Visit Fey | Visit Trendlyne |
Where each one shines
What Fey and Trendlyne each do best.ShowHide
Where each one shines
What Fey and Trendlyne each do best.What Fey does best
- Fey as a historical reference for AI investing UX rather than a live product to buy; standalone signups are closed after the Wealthsimple acquisition.
- Research tools for studying its Finder workflow, which turned plain-English prompts like undervalued tech with insider buying into editable stock screens.
- Comparison tools for AI earnings workflows, including instant press-release summaries, live earnings calls, transcripts, and transcript summaries.
- Views for reviewing how Fey approached SEC filing research with on-demand AI summaries for 10-K and 10-Q sections such as revenue, strengths, challenges, and risks.
- The Portfolio Analyze concept as a model for benchmarking holdings, surfacing factor tilts, scanning mispricings, and prioritizing P&L-relevant headlines.
What Trendlyne does best
- Screening for Indian and global stocks with 1,000+ parameters, prebuilt strategies, and screener alerts that become more frequent on higher tiers.
- DVM score to review durability, valuation, and momentum, with historical charts and CSV/XLS export where plan access supports it.
- Backtest strategies and individual stocks, with annual backtest allowances varying materially by plan.
- Views for reviewing Forecaster consensus estimates for revenue, EPS, profit, dividends, cash flow, capex, and related forecast data.
- Tracking corporate actions and event calendars for India and U.S. markets, including dividends, splits, M&A, board meetings, and alerts.
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Fey and Trendlyne, side by side.ShowHide
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Fey and Trendlyne, side by side.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | StocksETFs | StocksMutual FundsOptionsFutures |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | North America | APACNorth America |
Coverage details | Countries: US and CAIdentifiers: Ticker | Countries: IN and US4 exchangesIdentifiers: Ticker and ISIN |
| Data | ||
Data freshness | Real-timeEnd of Day | End of Day |
Data granularity | MinuteEOD | EOD |
| Access & integrations | ||
Import methods | BrokerOAuthPlaidManual | CSVBrokerOAuthManual |
Integrations | PlaidInteractive BrokersE*TRADE | ZerodhaAngel OneIIFL Securities5PaisaMotilal OswalFyersDhanMicrosoft Excel+1 more |
Export formats | Excel | CSVExcelPDFImage |
| Plans & trust | ||
Security & compliance | Data residency: Other | Not specified |
Capability signals | Universe builderFactors: Value, Growth, Momentum, Quality, and SizeBroker syncPortfolio factor exposureAI summaries: Filings, Transcripts, and News | Custom formulasUniverse builderMulti-leg optionsGreeksBroker syncAI summaries: Transcripts |
Vendor & support | Fey Labs, Inc.Country: CanadaFounded 2021Support: Email | Giskard Datatech Private LimitedCountry: IndiaSupport: Email |
Curation ratings | Methodology 3/5Reliability 4/5UX 5/5 | Methodology 3/5Reliability 4/5UX 4/5 |
Green tags are exclusive to that tool in this comparison.
What you'll actually pay
Plans, billing, trials, and per-month pricing for both tools.ShowHide
What you'll actually pay
Plans, billing, trials, and per-month pricing for both tools.| Tier | ||
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | — | Free |
| Entry paid plan | — | INR 2190/yr“GuruQ (Annual)”data downloader: 2,000 rows · screener alerts: 75 active, daily · +3 more |
| Tier 2 | — | INR 5900/yr“StratQ (Annual)”data downloader: Unlimited · screener alerts: 300 active, 15-minute frequency · +3 more |
| Tier 3 | — | INR 8900/yr“Pro (Global Annual)”data downloader: 2,000 rows · screener alerts: 75 active, daily · +3 more |
| Top plan | — | INR 11900/yr“Pro Plus (Global Annual)”data downloader: Unlimited · screener alerts: 300 active, 15-minute frequency · +3 more |
| Custom / enterprise | Contact sales“Standalone Fey” | — |
Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between Fey and Trendlyne?
Fey leans toward screeners, portfolio, and watchlist, while Trendlyne puts more weight on screeners, analyst forecasts, and analyst ratings & price targets. They overlap in 9 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
Is Fey or Trendlyne free to use?
Trendlyne has a free tier, so you can get started without paying anything. Fey is paid-only. If budget matters, start with Trendlyne and see how far it takes you before opening your wallet.
Can I use Fey or Trendlyne on my phone?
Trendlyne lists a dedicated mobile app, so it travels better. Fey doesn't list a dedicated mobile app; its documented access is desktop and web.
Should I choose Fey or Trendlyne?
It depends on what you're after. Pick Fey if news sentiment and improved filings matter to you; go with Trendlyne if you'd rather have data visualizations and options. And if you only need the basics both share, let price decide.
What asset classes do Fey and Trendlyne cover?
Both cover stocks. Fey also handles ETFs. Trendlyne adds mutual funds, options, and futures on top.
Does Fey or Trendlyne have real-time data?
Fey offers real-time data, which matters if you trade actively. Trendlyne runs on delayed or end-of-day data, which is perfectly fine for longer-term investors who don't live and die by the tick.
Which covers international markets: Fey or Trendlyne?
Trendlyne has documented international coverage (APAC and North America), so it's the safer bet if you hold non-US stocks. Fey is more region-specific, mainly North America.
Can I export data from Fey and Trendlyne?
Yes, both export to spreadsheets (Excel), which is handy if you like running your own numbers.
Can Fey or Trendlyne connect to my broker?
Yes, both connect to brokers, so your portfolio syncs automatically instead of you keying in every trade.
Which has a better stock screener: Fey or Trendlyne?
Both Fey and Trendlyne include stock screeners, and they differ more in interface than raw power; try both and see which one clicks for you.
Can I track my portfolio with Fey or Trendlyne?
Yes, both do portfolio tracking: holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
Keep researching
More comparisons to check
Other tools you might like
Keep Exploring
Feedback
Spot stale pricing, missing features, or a comparison that feels off? Send feedback on the verdict, table, alternatives, or recommendation.
Curation & Accuracy
This directory blends AI‑assisted discovery with human curation. Entries are reviewed, edited, and organized with the goal of expanding coverage and sharpening quality over time. Your feedback helps steer improvements (because no single human can capture everything all at once).
Details change. Pricing, features, and availability may be incomplete or out of date. Treat listings as a starting point and verify on the provider’s site before making decisions. If you spot an error or a gap, send a quick note and I’ll adjust.