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Thursday, January 15, 2026

Tool Comparison

Smartfin vs Trendlyne comparison

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

Smartfin logo

Smartfin

thesmartfin.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb
Trendlyne logo

Trendlyne

trendlyne.com

PricingFree, Subscription
PlatformsWeb, Mobile
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At a glance

Platforms
SmartfinWeb
TrendlyneWeb, Mobile
Categories
Smartfin12
Trendlyne24
Pricing details
SmartfinTrendlyne
Free tier
Free trial
Starting price$8.33/mo
Enterprise option
Available plansStarter, Premium (Monthly), Premium (Yearly)Free, GuruQ, StratQ, Pro (Global), Pro Plus (Global)

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SmartfinTrendlyne

Platform details

AttributeSmartfinTrendlyne
Asset types
Stocks
StocksMutual FundsOptionsFutures
Experience
BeginnerIntermediate
BeginnerIntermediateAdvanced
Regions
North America
APACNorth America
Data freshness
Real-timeEnd of Day
End of Day
API access
Not specifiedNot specified
Export formats
Image
CSVExcelPDFImage

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the difference between Smartfin and Trendlyne?

Smartfin focuses on Stock Ideas, Financials, and Scores while Trendlyne specializes in Screeners, Analyst Forecasts, and Analyst Price Targets. They overlap in 9 categories, so choose based on your preferred workflow and pricing.

How much do Smartfin and Trendlyne cost?

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

Which is better for beginners—Smartfin or Trendlyne?

Both platforms target experienced investors. If you're just starting out, expect a learning curve with either option.

Can I use Smartfin or Trendlyne on my phone?

Trendlyne has a mobile app so you can check your research on the go. Smartfin is web-only, so you'll need a browser to access it from mobile devices.

Should I choose Smartfin or Trendlyne?

Choose Smartfin if you need AI overview cards: plain‑English company summaries with positives/negatives and peer positioning on hover., and Sector‑adjusted scorecards across value, profit, growth, and financial health with peer rankings.. Go with Trendlyne if Stock screener with over 1,000 parameters, plus prebuilt strategies and optional screener alerts (up to every 15 minutes on premium tiers)., and Backtesting at both strategy and stock level, with plan-based limits (from a few hundred to over a thousand annual backtests). better fits how you invest.

What asset classes do Smartfin and Trendlyne cover?

Both cover Stocks. Trendlyne adds coverage for Mutual Funds, Options, and Futures.

Does Smartfin or Trendlyne have real-time data?

Smartfin offers real-time data feeds, which is essential for active traders. Trendlyne 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 Smartfin and Trendlyne?

Trendlyne supports data exports to CSV, Excel, PDF, and Image. Smartfin has more limited export options.

Which has a better stock screener—Smartfin or Trendlyne?

Trendlyne includes a stock screener for finding investment ideas. Smartfin focuses on other analytical tools.

Can I track my portfolio with Smartfin or Trendlyne?

Trendlyne offers portfolio tracking features. Smartfin is more focused on research and analysis.

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