Comparison

CDBL vs SBAC TradeEx

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

SBAC TradeEx

Features
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SBAC TradeEx is a modern trading platform designed for both beginners and experienced investors, delivering a smooth, fast, and dependable trading experience. SBAC TradeEx provides real-time market data, advanced charting tools, and essential trading features to help users trade with confidence. Key Features of SBAC TradeEx Smart Order Management - Easily place, modify, and track buy or sell orders through a streamlined interface. Real-time Notifications - Stay informed with instant alerts and live market notifications. Live Market Data - Access real-time prices, market insights, interactive charts, and detailed reports anytime. Advanced Charting Tools - Analyze market movements using professional-grade charts and a wide range of technical indicators. Built-in Risk Management - Trade with greater confidence using integrated risk controls aligned with exchange regulations. Portfolio Monitoring - Track your investments, review performance, and manage your portfolio from one dashboard. Personalized Experience - Customize themes, layouts, and workspace settings to fit your trading style. Download SBAC TradeEx today and experience a smarter, cleaner, and more powerful way to trade.

Screenshots

CDBL3 screens
SBAC TradeEx4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is iOS requirement: SBAC TradeEx at 13.0 against CDBL's 15.5. On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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.

Scorecard1 real difference · 8 level
CDBL versus SBAC TradeEx: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterCDBLSBAC TradeEx
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (2 ratings) — better—
Number of ratings2 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 6 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.513.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size79 MB46 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperCentral Depository Bangladesh LimitedSBAC BANK INVESTMENT LIMITED

In-app purchases

None

CDBL

No in-app purchases

None

SBAC TradeEx

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is CDBL free?
CDBL is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SBAC TradeEx free?
SBAC TradeEx is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do CDBL or SBAC TradeEx have ads?
Neither CDBL nor SBAC TradeEx shows ads.

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