Upstox Vs Dhan (Compare Upstox and Dhan)

About Upstox

Upstox is a tech-first low cost broking firm in India providing trading opportunities at unbeatable prices. Company provide trading on different segments such as equities, commodities, currency, futures, options which are available on its Upstox Pro Web and Upstox Pro Mobile trading platforms. Upstox is backed by a group of investors including Kalaari Capital, Ratan Tata and GVK Davix. Upstox tra... Know more about Upstox

About Dhan

Incorporated in 2021, Dhan is a Mumbai-based financial services company operating primarily in India. In today's fast-paced world, every second or third person is looking for effective investment options to create wealth, and Dhan is committed to providing these options. Dhan is registered with SEBI as a stockbroker. In addition, Dhan is also registered with CDSL as well as NSE, BSE and MCX stock... Know more about Dhan

Upstox Vs Dhan

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Incorporated in 2012, Upstox is a Discount Broker. It offers trading at BSE, NSE, MCX. It has 4 branches across India. Incorporated in 2021, Dhan is a Discount Broker. It offers trading at BSE, NSE, MCX. It has 1 branches across India.

 UpstoxDhan
Type of BrokerDiscount BrokerDiscount Broker
Exchnage MembershipBSE, NSE, MCXBSE, NSE, MCX
Year of Incorporation20122021
Number of Branches41
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Upstox Vs Dhan Charges & AMC

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Upstox trading account opening charges is Rs 0 (Free) while Dhan account opening changes is Rs 0 (Free). Upstox Demat Account AMC Charges is Rs 150 and Dhan Demat Account AMC Charges is Rs 0 (Lifetime Zero AMC).

 UpstoxDhan
Trading Account Opening ChargesRs 0 (Free)Rs 0 (Free)
Trading Account AMC ChargesRs 0 (Free)Rs 0 (Free)
Demat Account Opening ChargesRs 0 (Free)Rs 0 (Free)
Demat Account AMC ChargesRs 150Rs 0 (Lifetime Zero AMC)

Upstox Vs Dhan Brokerage

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Upstox brokerage charges for equity is Rs 20 per executed order or 2.5% whichever is low and intraday is Rs 20 per executed order or 0.05% whichever is lower whereas Dhan brokerage charges for equity is Rs. 0 and intraday is Rs 20 or 0.03% of trade value, whichever is lower.

Account TypeUpstox DefaultDhan Flat Rate Plan
Fixed ChargesNARs 0 or Nill
Equity DeliveryRs 20 per executed order or 2.5% whichever is lowRs. 0
Equity IntradayRs 20 per executed order or 0.05% whichever is lowerRs 20 or 0.03% of trade value, whichever is lower
Equity FuturesRs 20 per executed order or 0.05% whichever is lowerRs 20 or 0.03% of trade value, whichever is lower
Equity OptionsRs 20 per executed orderRs 20 per executed order
Currency FuturesRs 20 per executed order or 0.05% whichever is lowerRs 20 per executed order or 0.03% of trade value
Currency OptionsRs 20 per executed orderRs 20 per executed order
Commodity FuturesRs 20 per executed order or 0.05% whichever is lowerRs 20 or 0.03% of trade value, whichever is lower
Commodity OptionsRs 20 per executed orderRs 20 per executed order
Special Offer
Special Offer: Pay flat Rs 20 per trade for delivery, Intra-day and F&O. Open Instant Account and start trading today.

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Special Offer - Invest brokerage-free Equity Delivery and Direct Mutual Funds (truly no brokerage). Pay flat Rs 20 per trade for Intra-day and F&O. Open Instant Account and start trading today.

Upstox Charges Vs Dhan

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Minimum Brokerage0.05%Rs 20
Other ChargesAuto Square-off Charges: Rs 50
Call & Trade ChargesRs 20 per tradeRs 50 per order
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Upstox Vs Dhan Leverage (Margin)

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Upstox margin for intraday trading is up to 20% of the trade value (5x leverage) based on the stock whereas the Dhan margin for intraday cash is also up to 20% of the trade value (5x leverage) based on the stock.

 UpstoxDhan
Equity Delivery100% of trade value (1x leverage)100% of trade value (1x leverage)
Equity IntradayUp to 20% of trade value (5x leverage)Up to 20% of trade value (5x leverage)
F&O (Eq, Curr, Comm)100% of NRML margin (Span + Exposure) (1x leverage)100% of NRML margin (Span + Exposure) (1x leverage)
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Compare Upstox and Dhan Features

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The trading platforms offered Upstox include Upstox Pro Web, Dartstock, NEST Trader, Fox Trader, iOS and Android Algola. Dhan offers Dhan App, Dhan web, Options Trader Web, Options Trader App, TradingView Console, DhanHQ API trading software.

 UpstoxDhan
3 in 1 AccountNoYes
Automated TradingYesYes
Margin Trading FundingYesYes
Margin Against Shares (Equity Cash)NoYes
Margin Against Shares (Equity F&O)YesYes
Trading PlatformUpstox Pro Web, Dartstock, NEST Trader, Fox Trader, iOS and Android AlgolaDhan App, Dhan web, Options Trader Web, Options Trader App, TradingView Console, DhanHQ API
Intraday Square-off Time3:00 PM3:20 PM
Trading In SME Shares Allowed?YesYes
Referral ProgramYesYes
Other FeaturesOption strategy builderAPIs for Algo Trading, smallcases on Dhan
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Upstox Vs Dhan Review

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Upstox is rated of 5 based on 150 customer reviews whereas Dhan is rated of 5 based on 30 customer reviews.

 UpstoxDhan
 150 Customer Reviews    Rate Upstox30 Customer Reviews    Rate Dhan
FeesRated 3.3 starsRated 4.1 stars
BrokerageRated 3.3 starsRated 3.3 stars
Trading PlatformRated 2.6 starsRated 3.5 stars
Customer ServiceRated 2.3 starsRated 2.5 stars
Research CapabilitiesRated 2.2 starsRated 2.8 stars
Overall RatingRated 2.4 starsRated 3.1 stars
Broker RatingUpstox is Rated 2.4 / 5 based on 150 customer reviewsDhan is Rated 3.1 / 5 based on 30 customer reviews

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 UpstoxDhan
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Pay flat Rs 20 per trade for delivery, Intra-day and F&O. Open Instant Account and start trading today.
Invest brokerage-free Equity Delivery and Direct Mutual Funds (truly no brokerage). Pay flat Rs 20 per trade for Intra-day and F&O. Open Instant Account and start trading today.

Upstox Vs Dhan Investment Options

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 UpstoxDhan
Stock / EquityYesYes
CommodityYesYes
IPOYesYes
Mutual FundsNoYes
Bond / NCDNoYes
DebtNoNo

Upstox Vs Dhan Order Type Offered

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 UpstoxDhan
Bracket OrderNoYes
Cover OrderYesYes
Buy Today Sell Tomorrow (BTST)NoNo
Sell Today Buy Tomorrow (STBT)NoNo
After Market Order (AMO)YesYes
Good Till Cancelled (GTC)YesYes
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Upstox Vs Dhan Suitable For Investor Type

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 UpstoxDhan
Casual InvestorYesNo
Active InvestorYesYes
TraderYesYes

Upstox Vs Dhan - Pros and Cons

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 UpstoxDhan
Pros
  • Safe, reliable, and technologically first online broker.
  • Simple flat fee brokerage services across segments and exchanges (BSE, NSE, MCX).
  • Free account opening.
  • AMC free demat account.
  • Free equity delivery trades.
  • Flat Rs 20 per trade brokerage for all other segments.
  • Offers 3-in-1 account for ICICI bank users.
Cons
  • It does not provide stock tips, research, and recommendations.
  • Call & Trade is charged an extra Rs 50 per order.
  • Auto Square off is charged at an extra Rs 20 per order.
  • It does not offer monthly unlimited trading plans.
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Promo / Offers

Upstox Special Offer

Exclusive offer by Upstox

  • Pay flat Rs 20 for Eq Delivery, Intra-day and F&O Trades.
  • Pay Rs 0 commission for Mutual Funds.

It is a limited-time offer. Open Instant Account and start trading the same day.

Zerodha (India's Best & No. 1 Broker)

  Special Offer - Free Equity Delivery and Mutual Funds

  • Brokerage-free equity delivery trades.
  • Brokerage-free Direct Mutual Fund.
  • Pay ₹20 per trade for Intraday & F&O.
  • The best trading platform in India.

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