How to Choose a Trading App in India
Speed, order types, charts, security and support — what separates a good trading app from a frustrating one.
Updated 30 September 2026
Trading Apps
The official mobile apps and web platforms of the brokers we review, as described on each broker's own website — plus how to choose an app and stay safe from fake ones.
| Broker | Mobile app | Web / desktop | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zerodha | Kite (Android, iOS) | Kite web, Console (reports), Coin (mutual funds), Kite Connect API | Review |
| Groww | Groww app (Android, iOS) | Groww web | Review |
| Angel One | Angel One app (Android, iOS) | Angel One web trading, SmartAPI | Review |
| Upstox | Upstox app (Android, iOS) | Upstox Pro web with TradingView charts, free Upstox API | Review |
| ICICI Direct | ICICIdirect mobile app (Android, iOS) | ICICIdirect website trading | Review |
| HDFC SKY by HDFC Securities | HDFC SKY app (Android, iOS) | HDFC SKY web | Review |
| Kotak Securities | Kotak Neo app (Android, iOS) | Kotak Neo web | Review |
| Motilal Oswal | Motilal Oswal mobile app (Android, iOS) | Motilal Oswal web trading | Review |
| 5paisa | 5paisa app (Android, iOS) | 5paisa web trading | Review |
| Sharekhan | Sharekhan app (Android, iOS) | Sharekhan web trading | Review |
Guides in this section
How to Spot Fake Trading Apps and Investment Scams
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Only use official apps
Install apps only through the link on the broker's official website. See how to spot fake trading apps and our shortlist of the best trading apps.