uTrade AlgosBoth tools are designed to help traders estimate charges, but they differ in how much detail they provide. While a brokerage calculator tells you about broker-specific fees, a trade cost calculator gives you a more comprehensive picture of your overall trading costs.
Trade Cost Calculator
The trade cost calculator is a comprehensive tool that estimates all costs involved in a trade, not just the brokerage. It includes:
- Brokerage fees
- STT/CTT
- Transaction charges
- SEBI charges
- GST
- IPFT charges
- Stamp duty
- DP charges
Whether you’re planning long-term investments or intraday trades, this calculator ensures complete transparency across all charges that impact your investments or trades.
Brokerage Calculator
A brokerage calculator focuses solely on the broker-specific charges associated with executing a trade. It typically uses:
- Trade type (delivery, intraday, etc.)
- Quantity and price
- Trading segment (equity, F&O, etc.)
Comparison at a Glance
| Feature | Trade Cost Calculator | Brokerage Calculator |
| Estimates brokerage | Yes | Yes |
| Includes regulatory fees | Yes | No |
| Includes stamp duty | Yes | No |
| Includes DP charges | Yes (for delivery trades) | No |
| Use case | Full trade cost estimation | Brokerage-only costs |
| Transparency | High | Limited |
While the brokerage calculator is handy for a quick brokerage estimate, the trade cost calculator gives a broader and more useful overview of all the charges involved in a trade. It’s a more comprehensive tool if you’re looking to plan your trades smartly and optimise your strategy with full cost awareness.
You can access the trade cost calculator on Share India’s website here:
If you face any issues, you can contact the Share India support team via email at support@shareindia.com or by phone at 1800 203 0303.