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★ BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON ★

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Sunday, January 18, 2026

Tool Comparison

Robinhood vs StockCharts comparison

Compare pricing, supported platforms, categories, and standout capabilities to decide which tool fits your workflow.

Robinhood logo

Robinhood

robinhood.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsMobile, Web
StockCharts logo

StockCharts

stockcharts.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
RobinhoodMobile, Web
StockChartsWeb, Mobile
Categories
Robinhood4
StockCharts9
Pricing details
RobinhoodStockCharts
Free tier
Free trial30 days
Starting price$4.17/mo$19.95/mo
Enterprise option
Available plansStandard (Self-directed brokerage), Robinhood Gold (Monthly), Robinhood Gold (Annual)Free, Basic, Extra, PRO
Category leaders
ScreenersStockCharts
WatchlistStockCharts
AlertsStockCharts
Browse the #1 tool in 90+ categories

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RobinhoodStockCharts

Platform details

AttributeRobinhoodStockCharts
Asset types
StocksETFsClosed-End FundsOptionsFuturesCryptos
StocksETFsMutual FundsOptionsCommoditiesCryptos
Experience
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
North AmericaEuropeAPAC
Data freshness
Not specified
Real-time15-min DelayedEnd of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Not specified
CSVImage

Coverage overlap

Shared categories2

Categories where both tools offer overlapping coverage.

Robinhood strengths2

Categories covered by Robinhood only.

StockCharts strengths7

Categories covered by StockCharts only.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Robinhood and StockCharts?

Robinhood focuses on Brokerage, Portfolio, and Options while StockCharts specializes in Screeners, Data Visualizations, and Alerts. They overlap in 2 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Robinhood and StockCharts cost?

Good news—both Robinhood and StockCharts offer free plans. You can try each platform without commitment and only pay when you need premium features.

Should I choose Robinhood or StockCharts?

Choose Robinhood if you need Commission-free ($0) trading for U.S. listed and OTC securities (including ETFs and closed-end funds) and their options via app or website; regulatory trading fees may be passed through., and Index options contract fees: Non‑Gold rate $0.50/contract vs Gold rate $0.35/contract (plus exchange/regulatory fees).. Go with StockCharts if Tiered pricing: Basic $19.95, Extra $29.95, PRO $49.95. Limits scale by tier (ChartLists: 1/250/500; Custom Scans: 1/200/500; Scheduled Scans: 0/10/25; Price Alerts: 2/200/500; Advanced Alerts: 1/100/250). Auto-refresh every 15s (Basic/Extra) or 5s (PRO)., and Real-time data: free US BATS quotes; official real-time add-ons available for NYSE, NASDAQ, TSX/TSX-V, and LSE. Other markets are 15-minute delayed. better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Robinhood and StockCharts cover?

Both cover Stocks, ETFs, Options, and Cryptos. Robinhood also includes Closed-End Funds, and Futures. StockCharts adds coverage for Mutual Funds, and Commodities.

Does Robinhood or StockCharts have real-time data?

StockCharts offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. Robinhood uses delayed or end-of-day data, which works fine for longer-term investors who don't need up-to-the-second quotes.

Can I export data from Robinhood and StockCharts?

StockCharts supports data exports to CSV, and Image. Robinhood has more limited export options.

Can Robinhood or StockCharts connect to my broker?

StockCharts connects with brokers for portfolio syncing. Robinhood requires manual portfolio entry or data import.

Which has a better stock screener—Robinhood or StockCharts?

StockCharts includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. Robinhood focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with Robinhood or StockCharts?

Both platforms include portfolio tracking, so you can monitor your holdings, performance, and allocation in one place.

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