TradeHelp vs TraderSync:
own your journal, or rent it?
TraderSync is a cloud-based trading journal with the widest broker integration network (700+ APIs) and native mobile apps. TradeHelp is a local-first desktop app you purchase once, where your data stays 100% private on your own computer.
Side by side
| Feature | TradeHelp | TraderSync |
|---|---|---|
| Price | launch price, first 100 | Subscription, $360 to $960/year |
| Where your trades live | On your computer (local SQLite) | Their cloud servers |
| Account required | None | Yes |
| Works offline | Fully | No |
| Mobile apps | Desktop only (Windows, macOS, Linux) | Native iOS & Android |
| Broker imports | CSV auto-detect (NinjaTrader, Tradovate, TopstepX) | 700+ broker APIs + CSV |
| AI coaching | Runs locally (Ollama, LM Studio…) or your own key, unlimited use | Cypher AI (cloud, metered: 5–60 msgs/day; full coach at $79.95/mo) |
| AI chart screenshot analysis | Yes, offline vision model | Limited |
| Prop-firm tracking | Per-account targets, trailing drawdown cushion & payout log | No prop-firm rule presets |
| Live-session guardrails | Yes: pre-trade checklist & max-loss alarm | No |
| Trade replay & backtesting | Not yet | 250ms replay, automated backtesting (Elite) |
Pricing and features as listed publicly. Check tradersync.com for their current plans. TraderSync has no free tier, only a 7-day trial.
Choose TraderSync if…
- You need the widest broker API coverage (700+) and want trades auto-imported without CSV files.
- You want native iOS and Android apps to log and review trades on your phone.
- You access your journal across multiple browsers or work computers.
- You rely on built-in trade replay (250ms precision) and automated backtesting features.
Choose TradeHelp if…
- You prefer paying $50 once over recurring $360+ yearly subscriptions.
- Your trade history, P&L, and journal notes are nobody's business but yours. Your data never leaves your machine.
- You trade prop-firm evaluations and need drawdown cushion monitoring and payout logs. See the prop-firm journal page.
- You want an offline AI coach that reads your actual trades and chart screenshots locally on your CPU/GPU, with no daily message caps.
- You want live discipline tools: a pre-trade checklist and max-loss alarm while you trade.
Frequently asked questions
Can I move my TraderSync trade history into TradeHelp?
Yes. Export your trades from TraderSync as a CSV file, then use TradeHelp's Local Inbox. The column mapper handles any CSV with headers, and duplicate rows are detected and skipped automatically.
Is TradeHelp really offline? What about the AI?
The journal itself never requires internet. The AI coach runs locally on your machine through Ollama, a free local model runner, so coaching works with the network cable unplugged and your trade data stays private. TraderSync's Cypher AI runs on their cloud and is metered per day (5 messages on Pro, 15 on Premium, 60 on Elite). Learn more on the offline journal page.
How much do I save with TradeHelp?
TraderSync costs $29.95 to $79.95 per month ($360-$960/year). TradeHelp costs $25-$50 once, saving you over $300 every year.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. Every download includes a 14-day free trial with all features unlocked: no account, no credit card. TraderSync has no free tier at all, only a 7-day trial (no credit card required). If TradeHelp fits your routine, one key activates up to 2 devices forever.
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