[ Broker Comparison · 2026 ]

Groww vs Fyers

A side-by-side comparison of charges, brokerage, segments and ratings — with a free calculator to see which broker is cheaper on a trade of your size.

Bottom line

Fyers offers free equity delivery while Groww charges ₹20 or 0.1% (lower), and both charge ₹20 / order (flat) on F&O. Choose Groww for first-time investors who want the easiest possible app. Choose Fyers for chart-heavy and api/algo traders who value tooling.

Reviewed by the OptionX Research Team·Last updated June 2026

Charges are compiled from each broker's official published rate card and the prevailing NSE / SEBI statutory rates. Figures are indicative and reviewed periodically — always confirm current charges on the broker's own website before opening an account.

Groww logoEst. 2016 · Bengaluru
3.7/ 5

Simplest app for new investors — zero account & maintenance charges.

Best for: First-time investors who want the easiest possible app.
Fyers logoEst. 2015 · Bengaluru
3.9/ 5

Trader-first broker with best-in-class charting and free APIs.

Best for: Chart-heavy and API/algo traders who value tooling.

Groww vs Fyers — Charges & Features

ParameterGroww logoFyers logo
Rating3.7/ 53.9/ 5
Account opening₹0 (free)₹0 (free)
Maintenance (AMC)₹0 (free)₹0 (free)
Equity delivery₹20 or 0.1% (lower)₹0 (free)
Equity intraday₹20 or 0.1% (lower)₹20 or 0.03% (lower)
Futures₹20 / order (flat)₹20 or 0.03% (lower)
Options₹20 / order (flat)₹20 / order (flat)
DP charges₹18.5 + GST per scrip (sell)₹13.5 + GST per scrip (sell)
Margin (intraday)Up to 5× intraday (MIS)Up to 5× intraday (MIS)
Active clients~1.3 crore~5 lakh
Founded20162015
HeadquartersBengaluruBengaluru
SegmentsEquity, F&O, Mutual Funds, IPOEquity, F&O, Currency, Commodity, Mutual Funds, IPO
PlatformsGroww App, Groww WebFyers Web, Fyers App, Fyers API

Charges are indicative, compiled from each broker's published rate card (reviewed June 2026), and exclude statutory taxes. Verify current rates on the broker's website.

Brokerage Cost Calculator

Groww logo
Brokerage
₹40.00
STT
₹201.00
Exchange txn
₹5.97
GST
₹11.64
SEBI
₹0.20
Stamp duty
₹15.00
DP charges
₹18.50
Total charges₹292.31
Net P&L after charges+₹708
Breakeven move₹2.92/share
Fyers logoLower cost
Brokerage
₹0.00
STT
₹201.00
Exchange txn
₹5.97
GST
₹3.54
SEBI
₹0.20
Stamp duty
₹15.00
DP charges
₹13.50
Total charges₹239.21
Net P&L after charges+₹761
Breakeven move₹2.39/share

On this delivery trade, Fyers is cheaper by ₹53.10 in total charges.

Estimate based on NSE statutory rates (STT, exchange, SEBI, stamp duty & 18% GST) plus each broker's published brokerage. DP charges apply on delivery sells. Actual contract-note charges may vary slightly.

Pros & Cons

Groww logo
  • Zero account opening & zero AMC
  • Cleanest, beginner-friendly interface
  • Stocks, mutual funds & IPO in one app
  • Fast paperless onboarding
  • Delivery is no longer free (₹20 / 0.1%)
  • Fewer advanced charting & order types
  • No commodity segment
Fyers logo
  • Free equity delivery & zero AMC
  • Advanced charting (TradingView-grade)
  • Free, well-documented trading APIs
  • Clean, trader-focused platform
  • Smaller client base
  • Less brand recognition
  • Support response can be slow at peaks

FAQs

Groww vs Fyers — FAQs

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