VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON
Source checks: MarketBeat checked September 30, 2026 · Trendlyne checked September 24, 2026
Tool Comparison
MarketBeat vs Trendlyne
- Paid from
- $20.75/mo
- Free plan
- Yes
- Platforms
- Web
Best if
- You want ETF screeners and stock comparison.
- Paid from
- —
- Free plan
- Yes
- Platforms
- Web, Mobile
Best if
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You want data visualizations, options, and backtesting.
- You've outgrown the basics and want pro-level depth
Pick MarketBeat instead if
MarketBeat
Free • From $249/yr · Web
- You want ETF screeners and stock comparison.
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Trendlyne
Free • Paid plans available · Web · Mobile
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You want data visualizations, options, and backtesting.
- You've outgrown the basics and want pro-level depth
Skip both if: Neither one clicks with how you research; there are strong third options.
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Our take
The bottom line
MarketBeat and Trendlyne cover a lot of the same ground (12 shared categories, including screeners, analyst ratings & price targets, and analyst forecasts), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. Trendlyne simply does more: 22 categories to MarketBeat's 14, including data visualizations, options, and backtesting, plus a mobile app. MarketBeat counters by keeping things simpler.
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Key differences at a glance
- Mobile app
- Trendlyne
- Broader coverage
- Trendlyne22 vs 14 categories
- Free plan
- Both
What MarketBeat does best
- Review ratings and price targets.
- Filter stocks and dividend candidates.
- Compare companies side by side.
- Inspect earnings and dividend histories.
- Follow updates for selected stocks.
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.
- Review 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.
Side by side
Pricing comparison
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Side by side
Price, platforms, data, and market coverage.ShowHide
Side by side
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Pricing & plans | ||
Starting price | Free • From $249/yr | Free • Paid plans available |
Free tier | Yes | Yes |
Free trial | — | — |
Plan limits | Free / Daily Ratings: watchlist stocks: 10 | 22 limits: GuruQ (Annual): data downloader: 2,000 rows, GuruQ (Annual): screener alerts: 75 active, daily +20 more |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | Yes | Yes |
Mobile app | No | Yes |
API access | No | No |
Broker sync | Yes | Yes |
Integrations | Plaid | Zerodha, Angel One +7 more |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Best for | Retail Traders and Analysts | — |
Categories covered | 14 | 22 |
Regions | North America, Europe | APAC, North America |
| Data & capabilities | ||
Data quality | — | 3 signals: Latency: End of Day, Granularity: EOD +1 more |
Capabilities | Broker sync | 6 signals: Custom formulas, Universe builder +4 more |
| Try it | Visit MarketBeat | Visit Trendlyne |
Standout features
The best features of MarketBeat and Trendlyne.ShowHide
Standout features
What MarketBeat does best
- Review ratings and price targets.
- Filter stocks and dividend candidates.
- Compare companies side by side.
- Inspect earnings and dividend histories.
- Follow updates for selected stocks.
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.
- Review 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.
All details
Every attribute we track for MarketBeat and Trendlyne.ShowHide
All details
| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | StocksETFs | StocksMutual FundsOptionsFutures |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediate | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Target audience | Retail TradersAnalysts | Not specified |
Regions | North AmericaEurope | APACNorth America |
Coverage details | Countries: US, CA, and GBIdentifiers: Ticker | Countries: IN and US4 exchangesIdentifiers: Ticker and ISIN |
| Data | ||
Data freshness | Not specified | End of Day |
Data granularity | Not specified | EOD |
| Access & integrations | ||
Import methods | Plaid | CSVBrokerOAuthManual |
Integrations | Plaid | ZerodhaAngel OneIIFL Securities5PaisaMotilal OswalFyersDhanMicrosoft Excel+1 more |
Export formats | CSVExcel | CSVExcelPDFImage |
| Plans & trust | ||
Capability signals | Broker sync | Custom formulasUniverse builderMulti-leg optionsGreeksBroker syncAI summaries: Transcripts |
Vendor & support | MarketBeat Media, LLCSupport: Email and Phone | Giskard Datatech Private LimitedCountry: IndiaSupport: Email |
Curation ratings | Not specified | Methodology 3/5Reliability 4/5UX 4/5 |
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Pricing
Plans, billing, free trials, and monthly prices.ShowHide
Pricing
| Tier | ||
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Free“Free / Daily Ratings”watchlist stocks: 10 | Free |
| Entry paid plan | $249/yr≈ $20.75/mo“All Access” | INR 1890/yr“GuruQ (Annual)”data downloader: 2,000 rows · screener alerts: 75 active, daily · +3 more |
| Tier 2 | $29/mo“All Access” | 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 |
| Tier 4 | — | Subscription“Pro Plus (Global Annual)”data downloader: Unlimited · screener alerts: 300 active, 15-minute frequency · +3 more |
| Top plan | — | INR 299/mo“MCP Pro”tool calls per day: 400 · tool calls per month: 2,000 |
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Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between MarketBeat and Trendlyne?
MarketBeat leans toward screeners, ETF screeners, and analyst ratings & price targets, while Trendlyne puts more weight on screeners, analyst forecasts, and analyst ratings & price targets. They overlap in 12 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
How much do MarketBeat and Trendlyne cost?
Good news: both MarketBeat and Trendlyne have free plans, so you can run them side by side and only pay if you hit a wall.
Which is better for beginners: MarketBeat or Trendlyne?
Honestly, neither is aimed at beginners. Expect a learning curve either way; that's the trade-off for the depth they offer.
Can I use MarketBeat or Trendlyne on my phone?
Trendlyne lists a dedicated mobile app, so it travels better. MarketBeat doesn't list a dedicated mobile app; its documented access is web.
Should I choose MarketBeat or Trendlyne?
It depends on what you're after. Pick MarketBeat if ETF screeners and stock comparison 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 MarketBeat and Trendlyne cover?
Both cover stocks. MarketBeat also handles ETFs. Trendlyne adds mutual funds, options, and futures on top.
Can I export data from MarketBeat and Trendlyne?
Yes, both export to spreadsheets (CSV and Excel), which is handy if you like running your own numbers.
Can MarketBeat 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: MarketBeat or Trendlyne?
Both MarketBeat 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 MarketBeat or Trendlyne?
Yes, both do portfolio tracking: holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.
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