Below are widely used charting platforms by Indian investors, grouped by practical use, not popularity.
1️⃣ TradingView (India Usage Context)
Best suited for:
Active investors and traders who want flexible, customisable charts.
Why investors use it:
- Strong NSE coverage
- Clean interface with multiple timeframes
- Large indicator library
Limitations to be aware of:
- Advanced features require paid plans
- Easy to overuse indicators
- Not India-first in design
Official website:
https://in.tradingview.com/
👉 Best for users who already understand charting basics.
2️⃣ Chartink
Best suited for:
Investors focused on Indian equities who use screening alongside charts.
Why investors use it:
- India-specific (NSE/BSE focus)
- Powerful screening features
- Free access for most use cases
Limitations:
- Charts are basic
- Interface is functional, not modern
Official website:
https://chartink.com/
👉 Excellent companion tool, not a full-fledged charting platform.
3️⃣ Investing.com (India Edition)
Best suited for:
Beginners and long-term investors tracking markets casually.
Why investors use it:
- Free access
- Simple, easy-to-read charts
- Broad market coverage
Limitations:
- Limited chart customisation
- Not suitable for detailed technical analysis
Official website:
https://www.investing.com/
👉 Useful for market awareness, not precision analysis.
4️⃣ Broker-Integrated Charting Tools
(Zerodha Kite, Upstox, Groww, etc.)
Best suited for:
Investors who prefer simplicity and execution-linked analysis.
Why investors use them:
- No separate setup
- Direct integration with trading accounts
- Sufficient for basic charting needs
Limitations:
- Limited indicators
- Less historical data depth
Official references:
- Zerodha Kite – https://kite.zerodha.com/
- Upstox – https://upstox.com/
- Groww – https://groww.in/
👉 Convenient tools, but not designed for deep analysis.
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