VOL. XCIV, NO. 247
BEST INVESTING TOOLS COMPARISON
Source checks: Screener.in checked August 23, 2026 · StockCharts checked September 2, 2026
Tool Comparison
Screener.in vs StockCharts
Pick Screener.in if
Screener.in
Free • Paid plans available · Web
- You care about financials, institutional ownership, and news, things StockCharts doesn't offer
Pick StockCharts if
StockCharts
Free • From $19.95/mo · Web · Mobile
- Delayed quotes won't cut it; you need real-time data
- You do a lot of your research from your phone
- You care about portfolio, calendar, and options, things Screener.in 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
Screener.in and StockCharts cover a lot of the same ground (4 shared categories, including screeners, watchlist, and alerts), so for the basics you won't go far wrong with either. The real difference is focus: only Screener.in gives you financials and institutional ownership, and only StockCharts gives you portfolio and calendar.
What readers say
Screener.in
No votes yet. Cast the first one.
StockCharts
No votes yet. Cast the first one.
Key differences at a glance
- Real-time data
- StockCharts
- Free trial
- StockCharts30 days
- Mobile app
- StockCharts
- Asset coverage
- StockChartsAdds ETFs and mutual funds
- Free plan
- Both
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 | Free • Paid plans available | Free • From $19.95/mo |
Free tier | Yes | Yes |
Free trial | — | 30 days |
Plan limits | 9 limits: Hobby Investor free: stock alerts: 10, Hobby Investor free: screen alerts: 2 +7 more | 14 limits: Basic: chart lists: 1, Basic: custom scans: 1 +12 more |
| Platforms & access | ||
Web app | Yes | Yes |
Mobile app | No | Yes |
API access | No | No |
Broker sync | No | No |
Integrations | — | Tradier Brokerage and OptionsPlay |
| Audience & fit | ||
Experience level | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced | Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced |
Best for | — | — |
Categories covered | 9 | 9 |
Regions | APAC | North America, Europe, APAC |
| Data & capabilities | ||
Data quality | 4 signals: Latency: End of Day, Granularity: EOD +2 more | 5 signals: Latency: Real-time, 15-min Delayed, and End of Day, Granularity: Minute and EOD +3 more |
Capabilities | Custom formulas | 3 signals: Custom formulas, Universe builder +1 more |
| Try it | Visit Screener.in | Visit StockCharts |
Where each one shines
What Screener.in and StockCharts each do best.ShowHide
Where each one shines
What Screener.in and StockCharts each do best.What Screener.in does best
- Tools for building custom Indian equity screens with query-language filters and custom ratios using a decade of financial fundamentals.
- Support for setting automatic email alerts when new quarterly results match saved screens.
- Premium CSV screen exports and company Excel files built from custom templates.
- Tools for creating stock price alerts for levels, moving averages, and PE ratios, with higher limits on Premium.
- Search, filter, and set alerts for company announcements and corporate disclosures.
What StockCharts does best
- Create SharpCharts, ACP charts, Point & Figure charts, Seasonality charts, Relative Rotation Graphs, PerfCharts, and saved layouts.
- Use ChartLists as watchlists or portfolios and import symbols from CSV.
- Run custom scans on daily, weekly, or monthly bars.
- Create price alerts and advanced alerts that can notify through email, SMS, and in-platform messages during market hours.
- Free U.S.
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Screener.in and StockCharts, side by side.ShowHide
Every detail we compared
Every tracked attribute for Screener.in and StockCharts, side by side.| Attribute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coverage & fit | ||
Asset types | Stocks | StocksETFsMutual FundsOptionsCommoditiesCryptos |
Experience | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced | BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced |
Regions | APAC | North AmericaEuropeAPAC |
Coverage details | Countries: INIdentifiers: Ticker | 4 countries7 exchangesIdentifiers: Ticker |
| Data | ||
Data freshness | End of Day | Real-time15-min DelayedEnd of Day |
Data granularity | EOD | MinuteEOD |
| Access & integrations | ||
Import methods | Not specified | CSVManual |
Integrations | Not specified | Tradier BrokerageOptionsPlay |
Export formats | CSVExcel | CSVImage |
| Plans & trust | ||
Capability signals | Custom formulas | Custom formulasUniverse builderGreeks |
Vendor & support | Mittal Analytics Private LtdCountry: IndiaFounded 2009Support: Email and Phone | StockCharts.com, Inc.Country: USFounded 1999Support: Email |
Curation ratings | Methodology 4/5Reliability 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“Hobby Investor free”stock alerts: 10 · screen alerts: 2 · +2 more | Free |
| Entry paid plan | INR 4999/yr“Active Investor premium”stock alerts: 800 · screen alerts: 75 · +3 more | $19.95/mo“Basic”chart lists: 1 · custom scans: 1 · +2 more |
| Tier 2 | — | $29.95/mo“Extra”chart lists: 250 · custom scans: 200 · +3 more |
| Top plan | — | $49.95/mo“PRO”chart lists: 500 · custom scans: 500 · +3 more |
| Free trial | — | 30 days |
Questions we keep getting
What's the difference between Screener.in and StockCharts?
Screener.in leans toward screeners, watchlist, and alerts, while StockCharts puts more weight on screeners, data visualizations, and alerts. They overlap in 4 categories, so for most people it comes down to workflow preference and price.
How much do Screener.in and StockCharts cost?
Good news: both Screener.in and StockCharts have free plans, so you can run them side by side and only pay if you hit a wall.
Can I use Screener.in or StockCharts on my phone?
StockCharts lists a dedicated mobile app, so it travels better. Screener.in doesn't list a dedicated mobile app; its documented access is web.
Should I choose Screener.in or StockCharts?
It depends on what you're after. Pick Screener.in if financials and institutional ownership matter to you; go with StockCharts if you'd rather have portfolio and calendar. And if you only need the basics both share, let price decide.
What asset classes do Screener.in and StockCharts cover?
Both cover stocks. StockCharts adds ETFs, mutual funds, and options on top.
Does Screener.in or StockCharts have real-time data?
StockCharts offers real-time data, which matters if you trade actively. Screener.in 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.
Can I export data from Screener.in and StockCharts?
Yes, both export to spreadsheets (CSV), which is handy if you like running your own numbers.
Which has a better stock screener: Screener.in or StockCharts?
Both Screener.in and StockCharts 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 Screener.in or StockCharts?
StockCharts handles portfolio tracking. Screener.in is really a research tool; you'd track your portfolio elsewhere.
Keep researching
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.