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About TradeSmart
TradeSmart is a Mumbai-based broker offering discount brokerage services in stock, commodity and currency trading segments. TradeSmartFintech Securities Ltd, formerly registered as VNS Finance & Capital Services Ltd; is a traditional brokerage company incorporated in 1994 to offer brokerage services to Indian Stock, Commodity & Currency market investors and traders through franchisees and sub-brokers. TradeSmart offers trading in NSE Cash, NSE F&O, NSE Currency derivatives, BSE Cash, MCX Commodi... Know more about TradeSmart

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About Firstock
Incorporated in 2021, Firstock Broking Private Limited is a next-generation investment and trading platform revolutionising discount broking in India through technology-led innovation. Firstock is built on a vision to make financial services more accessible, efficient, and user-friendly. With a strong focus on a customer-centric and tech-first approach, the platform simplifies the trading experience through an intuitive and self-educating interface. Trusted by over 25,000 active users, Firstock ... Know more about Firstock

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TradeSmart Vs Firstock

Incorporated in 1994, TradeSmart is a Discount Broker. It offers trading at BSE, NSE, MCX. It has 1 branches across India. Incorporated in 2021, Firstock is a Discount Broker. It offers trading at BSE, NSE. It has branches across India.

 TradeSmartFirstock
Type of BrokerDiscount BrokerDiscount Broker
Exchnage MembershipBSE, NSE, MCXBSE, NSE
Year of Incorporation19942021
Number of Branches1
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TradeSmart Vs Firstock Charges & AMC

TradeSmart trading account opening charges is Free while Firstock account opening changes is Rs 0 (Free). TradeSmart Demat Account AMC Charges is Rs 300 (1st Year Free) and Firstock Demat Account AMC Charges is Rs 0 (Free).

 TradeSmartFirstock
Trading Account Opening ChargesFreeRs 0 (Free)
Trading Account AMC ChargesRs 0Rs 0 (Free)
Demat Account Opening ChargesFreeRs 0 (Free)
Demat Account AMC ChargesRs 300 (1st Year Free)Rs 0 (Free)

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TradeSmart Vs Firstock Brokerage

TradeSmart brokerage charges for equity is Rs 15 per order and intraday is Rs 15 per order whereas Firstock brokerage charges for equity is Rs 0 and intraday is Rs 20 per executed order.

Account TypeTradeSmart Power PlanFirstock
Fixed ChargesNA
Equity DeliveryRs 15 per orderRs 0
Equity IntradayRs 15 per orderRs 20 per executed order
Equity FuturesRs 15 per orderRs 20 per order, 0.03% or whichever is lower
Equity OptionsRs 15 per orderRs 20 per order, 0.03% or whichever is lower
Currency FuturesRs 15 per order
Currency OptionsRs 15 per order
Commodity FuturesRs 15 per order
Commodity OptionsRs 15 per order
Special Offer
Special Offer: Pay Rs 15 per executed order, regardless of the size of the trade. Open Instant Account online with TradeSmart and start trading today.
Special Offer: Experience ZERO Brokerage on Delivery trades with Firstock. Rs 20 Brokerage on Intraday and F&O trades, with no hidden charges. Open Free Demat account with Firstock and start trading today.

TradeSmart Vs Firstock Brokerage Plan 2

 TradeSmartFirstock
Account TypeValue Plan
Fixed ChargesNA
Equity Delivery0.07%Rs 0
Equity Intraday0.007%Rs 20 per executed order
Equity Futures0.007%Rs 20 per order, 0.03% or whichever is lower
Equity OptionsRs 7 Per LotRs 20 per order, 0.03% or whichever is lower
Currency Futures0.007%
Currency OptionsRs 7 Per Lot
Commodity Futures0.007%
Commodity OptionsRs 7 Per Lot
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TradeSmart Charges Vs Firstock

Minimum BrokerageRs 15 per executed orderRs 20
Other ChargesIntraday positions (MIS, CO & BO) squared off by RMS team is charged at Rs 20 per executed order
Call & Trade ChargesRs 20 per executed orderRs 50
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TradeSmart Vs Firstock Leverage (Margin)

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

 TradeSmartFirstock
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 TradeSmart and Firstock Features

The trading platforms offered TradeSmart include Mobile trading app, Desktop trading application, Browser, APIs. Firstock offers Firstock - Trade & Invest: Mobile App, Desktop Exe, Firstock Web trading software.

 TradeSmartFirstock
3 in 1 AccountNoNo
Automated TradingYesYes
Margin Trading FundingNoNo
Margin Against Shares (Equity Cash)YesYes
Margin Against Shares (Equity F&O)YesYes
Trading PlatformMobile trading app, Desktop trading application, Browser, APIsFirstock - Trade & Invest: Mobile App, Desktop Exe, Firstock Web
Intraday Square-off TimeEquity (Cash, F&O): 3.10 PM, Currency: 4.45 PM, Commodity: 30 mins before closing3:25 PM
Trading In SME Shares Allowed?NoYes
Referral ProgramYesYes
Other Features⁠⁠APIs for Algo Trading
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TradeSmart Vs Firstock Review

TradeSmart is rated of 5 based on 67 customer reviews whereas Firstock is rated of 5 based on 1 customer reviews.

 TradeSmartFirstock
 67 Customer Reviews    Rate TradeSmart1 Customer Reviews    Rate Firstock
FeesRated 3.8 starsRated 3.0 stars
BrokerageRated 4.4 starsRated 3.0 stars
Trading PlatformRated 3.8 starsRated 3.0 stars
Customer ServiceRated 4.0 starsRated 3.0 stars
Research CapabilitiesRated 2.7 starsRated 3.0 stars
Overall RatingRated 4.0 starsRated 3.0 stars
Broker RatingTradeSmart is Rated 4.0 / 5 based on 67 customer reviewsFirstock is Rated 3.0 / 5 based on 1 customer reviews

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 TradeSmartFirstock
Contact Broker
Pay Rs 15 per executed order, regardless of the size of the trade. Open Instant Account online with TradeSmart and start trading today.
Experience ZERO Brokerage on Delivery trades with Firstock. Rs 20 Brokerage on Intraday and F&O trades, with no hidden charges. Open Free Demat account with Firstock and start trading today.

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TradeSmart Vs Firstock Investment Options

 TradeSmartFirstock
Stock / EquityYesYes
CommodityYesNo
IPOYesYes
Mutual FundsYesYes
Bond / NCDYesNo
DebtNoNo

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TradeSmart Vs Firstock Order Type Offered

 TradeSmartFirstock
Bracket OrderYesNo
Cover OrderYesNo
Buy Today Sell Tomorrow (BTST)NoYes
Sell Today Buy Tomorrow (STBT)NoYes
After Market Order (AMO)YesYes
Good Till Cancelled (GTC)YesNo
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TradeSmart Vs Firstock Suitable For Investor Type

 TradeSmartFirstock
Casual InvestorNoYes
Active InvestorYesYes
TraderYesYes

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TradeSmart Vs Firstock - Pros and Cons

 TradeSmartFirstock
Pros
  • Unlike most of the discount brokers; TradeSmart offers 2 unique brokerage plans designed in such a way that it suits every trading strategy. Switching between these plans is made very easy which offers great flexibility.
  • TSO offers to invest in Mutual Funds, Bonds and Offer For Sale (OFS). These financial instruments are not available with most discount brokers including other popular discount brokers like Zerodha and RKSV.
  • Excellent referral benefits are available. The customer receives 10% credit of the brokerage generated by the clients referred by them.
  • No minimum amount is needed to open or maintain a trading account with TSO.
  • Customer service is available through live chat on its website. This is very convenient for many customers.
  • TradeSmart has been in the stock broking industry since 1994.
  • TSO's online knowledgebase has a lot of information which is helpful for most customers.
  • Single-View Dashboard – Access key market data at a glance: index levels, highs & lows, P/E, P/B, dividend yield, put-call ratio, futures, and synthetic futures.
  • Complete Portfolio View – Track P&L, invested/current value, available & used margin, open positions, and sector-wise holdings snapshot.
  • Indices Tab – Stay updated with Nifty, Bank Nifty, and more; view daily/weekly/monthly performance and live market depth.
  • Quick Market Analysis – Assess trends instantly for better trading decisions.
  • One-Click Options Strategies – Execute Straddle or Strangle quickly by selecting strike range and auto-filling orders for fast, error-free execution.
  • Basket Orders – Use predefined or custom multi-leg strategies (e.g., Iron Condor, Straddle).
  • Advanced Strategy Tools – Review, sequence, check payoff charts, verify margin needs, and execute in one click.
  • Reusable Strategies – Save and apply strategies to any instrument later.
  • Clutter-Free Interface – Only the data you need, presented simply.
Cons
  • Call and Trade is charged an extra Rs 20 per executed order.
  • Physical contract notes Rs 20 per contract note + courier charges
  • Intraday positions (MIS, CO & BO) squared off by the RMS team are charged at Rs 20.
  • 24/7 customer service is not available.
  • Doesn't provide daily market reports, free tips, news alerts and technical analysis.
  • 3-in-1 accounts are not available as the company doesn't provide banking services.
  • Businesses, partnerships, and non-resident Indians (NRIs) have to open accounts offline (in person or via mail).
  • Rs 20 charge for orders like buybacks or delistings.
  • No Currency/Commodity Trading.
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  • Rs 0 brokerage on Delivery.
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