Below is a compact, practical comparison of popular AI / data-driven stock research & recommendation platforms used by Indian retail investors. I cover what each platform’s “AI” does, key features, broker integrations, pricing signal, ideal user, and main cautions. I cite the platforms’ own docs or reputable write-ups for the most important claims.

Summary (quick pick)

• Best for algorithmic/no-code trading automation: Streak (strategy backtesting + deployment with broker logins). (help.Streak.tech)
• Best for AI-assisted screening + fundamentals + analyst consensus: Trendlyne (AI screener, earnings-call summaries, stock scoring). (help.Trendlyne.com)
• Best for simple AI-backed investment ideas, screening and forecasts: Tickertape (scorecards, forecast/idea engine). (Tickertape.in)
• Best for thematic / portfolio baskets (not pure AI picks but AI-curated smallcases): Smallcase (ready-made baskets with broker linkups). (Smallcase.com)

Platform-by-platform

1. Streak

• What the product is: No-code systematic trading platform (strategy builder, backtester, scanner) that integrates with Indian brokers (notably Zerodha). Users can create technical strategies and deploy live orders. (help.Streak.tech)
• “AI”/automation angle: Focus is on rule-based automated strategies and backtesting rather than ML-driven buy/sell predictions. It automates execution of defined rules. (help.Streak.tech)
• Key features: strategy builder, backtest engine, scanners, paper trading, direct order placement via broker integration. (help.Streak.tech)
• Pricing / access: Freemium / subscription tiers (vendor sites list trial offers and paid tiers). Check the app/site for current pricing. (AngelOne.in)
• Best for: active traders who want to test and automate technical strategies without coding.
• Cautions: execution reliability and app stability have mixed reviews—test thoroughly with paper trading before using live capital. (apps.apple.com)

2. Trendlyne

• What the product is: Stock-analysis platform with fundamental+technical analytics, stock scores, aggregated broker calls and “Forecaster” (analyst estimates). Trendlyne provides tools and curated baskets (Starfolio). (faq.Trendlyne.com)
• “AI”/automation angle: AI features include natural-language “AI Screener” (build screeners from plain-English queries) and AI summaries of earnings-call transcripts; it also uses scoring/valuation engines to highlight candidates. Trendlyne emphasises data-driven signals rather than “black‑box” buy calls. (help.Trendlyne.com)
• Key features: DVM scores, screeners, AI screener mode, earnings-call AI summaries, broker-recommendation aggregation, portfolio tools and baskets. (apps.apple.com)
• Pricing / access: Freemium with paid plans for premium features and baskets. Verify current tiers on Trendlyne site. (apps.apple.com)
• Best for: investors who want AI-assisted screening and concise research plus consolidated analyst estimates.
• Cautions: Trendlyne itself says it does not issue direct buy/sell calls in the traditional advisory sense—use signals as inputs to your decision process. (faq.Trendlyne.com)

3. Tickertape

• What the product is: Research & screener platform with data visualizations, stock “scorecards,” idea feeds and forecast/valuation models. Widely used for quick screening and idea discovery. (Tickertape.in)
• “AI”/automation angle: Offers AI/big-data backed filters, stock scorecards and forecast estimates; positions itself as using data + ML to surface ideas and valuations. (Tickertape.in)
• Key features: Smart screener (many filters), scorecards, forecast/valuation models, mutual fund tools, idea feeds. (teamihallp.com)
• Pricing / access: Freemium with some premium insights gated behind subscription. Check Tickertape for current pricing. (teamihallp.com)
• Best for: retail investors wanting easy-to-read scorecards and quick screens with some ML-backed forecasting.
• Cautions: Forecasts are model-based estimates—treat as probabilistic inputs, not guaranteed recommendations. (Tickertape.in)

4. Smallcase

• What the product is: Investment platform offering curated baskets (smallcases) built by experts or algorithmic logic; integrates with Indian brokers for execution and rebalancing. (Smallcase.com)
• “AI”/automation angle: Not a pure AI recommender, but some smallcases use data-driven / algorithmic selection and rebalancing rules; Smallcase also displays thematic/sector baskets where analytics help curation. (Smallcase.com)
• Key features: ready-made portfolios, broker integrations, automated rebalancing, thematic investing. (Smallcase.com)
• Pricing / access: Smallcase charges per basket (or via subscriptions) plus broker costs—pricing varies by Smallcase. Check current offers on Smallcase. (Smallcase.com)
• Best for: investors who prefer a portfolio-based, hands-off approach with curated exposure rather than single-stock AI picks.
• Cautions: smallcases are only as good as the underlying strategy—understand the selection rules and costs before investing. (Smallcase.com)

Other tools often mentioned (short notes)

• StockGro, Screener.in, Tickertape alternatives: StockGro mixes social/learning with model-based tips (community + gamified predictions); Screener.in provides powerful fundamentals screening (user-built filters) and is widely used for long-term research. Many sites and blogs list these as AI/data tools—treat them as complementary research sources. (teamihallp.com)

Regulation, reliability & scam warning (important)

• Many Indian platforms provide analytics, signals, or screeners, but few are regulated investment advisers offering personalised fiduciary advice—check whether a platform is registered as an RIA if you expect personalised advice. Also be aware of scams: there are reported frauds involving fake “AI trading” platforms and deepfake endorsements that duped investors in India. Always verify platform authenticity, do small tests, and never send funds outside regulated broker channels. (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

How to choose (practical checklist)

1. Purpose: Do you want rule-based automation (Streak) or idea discovery + fundamentals (Trendlyne / Tickertape) or portfolio baskets (Smallcase)?
2. Proof: Use paper trading / demo/backtests for any automated strategy. Streak and many sites offer paper/backtest options. (help.Streak.tech)
3. Transparency: Prefer platforms that show the model logic or filters (so you understand how a signal was generated). Trendlyne documents its screener logic and explains scores. (help.Trendlyne.com)
4. Broker integration & execution: If you want live trading, check direct broker integrations (Zerodha, Upstox, AngelOne etc.). Streak explicitly integrates with Zerodha; Smallcase integrates with several brokers. (help.Streak.tech)
5. Cost vs benefit: Many platforms are freemium—start free, test, then move to paid if the signal quality justifies it.
6. Security & legal: Check whether the platform is transparent about data, pricing, and whether it’s registered/linked to a known broker. Beware unsolicited offers and deepfake ads. (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

If you’d like, I can:

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