Comparison

CDBL vs Trade Fast

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

CDBL

This app provides a secure and efficient way to manage securities transactions through a computerized book entry system. It eliminates the need for physical certificates, reducing risks and simplifying the settlement and transfer of ownership.

Highlights
  • Computerized book entry system
  • Securities account management
  • Electronic transfer of ownership
  • Eliminates physical certificates
  • Secure transaction settlement
  • Information Security Management System certified
Features
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Central Depository Bangladesh Limited (CDBL) was incorporated on 20 th August 2000 sponsored by the country's Nationalized Commercial Banks (NCBs), Investment Corporation of Bangladesh (ICB), Private Commercial Banks (PCBs), Foreign Banks, Merchant Banks, Publicly listed Companies, Insurance Companies and Dhaka & Chittagong Stock Exchanges with the collaboration of the Asian Development Bank (ADB). Legal basis for CDBL's operations is set out in the Depositories Act 1999, Depositories Regulations 2000, Depository (User) Regulations 2003, and the CDBL by-laws. CDBL's core services cover the efficient delivery, settlement and transfer of securities through computerized book entry system i.e. recording and maintaining securities accounts and registering transfer of securities; changing the ownership without any physical movement or endorsement of certificates and execution of transfer instruments. The Central Depository System (CDS) operated by CDBL has proved to be a convenient and reliable means to settle securities transaction. The investor has been freed from the hassles of physical handling of certificates, errors in paper work and the risks associated with damaged, lost and forged certificates. Live operations of the CDS commenced with the inauguration of the Electronic Government Securities Registry (EGSR) by the Governor of Bangladesh Bank on 20 th October 2003. The EGSR also serves as a platform for secondary market sale/purchase as well as Repo transactions of government securities to commercial banks linked online to the CDS. Equity market securities de materialization process i.e. eliminating physical certificate as record of security ownership by substituting it as an electronic book entry record in the CDS commenced on 24 th January 2004 with the entry of Square Pharmaceuticals Limited into the CDS. CDBL has achieved an ISO/IEC 27001:2013 certificate on Information Security Management System conforming to the specifications of ISO/IEC 27001:2013 and the best practices adopted in ISO/IEC 27002:2013.

About

Trade Fast

This app provides tools and insights for trading in the Bangladeshi capital market. Track investments, analyze market data, and view market depth to make informed trading decisions on the go.

Highlights
  • Portfolio management
  • Real-time investment tracking
  • Market analysis and charts
  • Market depth data
  • Mobile trading
Features
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Trade Fast: Your Smartest Move in the Bangladeshi Capital Market Trade smarter, not harder. Trade Fast, by Royal Capital Limited, is your all-in-one app for conquering the Dhaka Stock Exchange (DSE) and Chittagong Stock Exchange (CSE). Your Trading Edge: - Effortless Portfolio Management: Track your investments in real-time, with detailed performance summaries and personalized insights. - In-Depth Market Analysis: Stay ahead of the curve with comprehensive market data, interactive charts, and expert insights. - Market Depth Unveiled: Make informed decisions with real-time market depth, giving you a clear view of buying and selling pressure. - Trade Anywhere, Anytime: Our intuitive, mobile-first design makes trading on the go seamless and secure. Unlock your trading potential! Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, Trade Fast empowers you with the tools and insights you need to make smarter trading decisions. Download now and experience the future of Bangladeshi investing. Download Trade Fast on the Apple App Store today!

Screenshots

CDBL4 screens
Trade Fast4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: CDBL at 5.0 against Trade Fast's 4.0. CDBL also leads on iOS requirement (12.0 vs 15.6). Trade Fast's advantage is ratings volume (4 vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CDBL holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.0. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 4 respectively.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

CDBL ships an update every 5 weeks, Trade Fast every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 22, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
CDBL versus Trade Fast: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCDBLTrade Fast
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.0 (4 ratings)
Positive reviews—25.0% of reviews
Number of ratings14 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeks — betterEvery 2 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.6
Further details — not scored
Size31 MB49 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCentral Depository Bangladesh LimitedRoyal Capital Ltd.

Customer experience

CDBL

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Trade Fast

All ratings4 ratings
Positive75.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral25.0%
Negative50.0%

In-app purchases

None

CDBL

No in-app purchases

None

Trade Fast

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CDBL free?
CDBL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Trade Fast free?
Trade Fast is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, CDBL or Trade Fast?
CDBL is rated higher. CDBL averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Trade Fast averages 4.0 from 4 ratings.
Do CDBL or Trade Fast have ads?
Neither CDBL nor Trade Fast shows ads.
Which is updated more often, CDBL or Trade Fast?
CDBL ships an update every 5 weeks, and Trade Fast every 2 months. Most recently, CDBL was updated on June 1, 2026 and Trade Fast on September 22, 2026.

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