Before ChartMentor
With ChartMentor
Comparison at a glance
Area
Best timing
ChartMentor
Before entry, on the current TradingView setup.
Other tool
After trades are journaled and scanned over time.
Best fit
Use ChartMentor when you need immediate trade discipline.
Area
Output style
ChartMentor
Short verdict, main flaw, next action.
Other tool
Journal metrics, notes, scan structure, and improvement planning.
Best fit
Short verdicts fit live decision pressure better.
Area
Main user
ChartMentor
TradingView users who want fewer avoidable entries.
Other tool
Journal-first traders building a long-term scan habit.
Best fit
Many serious traders can use both without overlap.
Improvement before or after the trade
Edgewonk helps traders study behavior after trades have accumulated. ChartMentor helps earlier by forcing the current setup through the same scan discipline before risk is committed.
- ChartMentor: immediate scan of the marked chart
- Edgewonk: journal-led improvement over time
- ChartMentor: direct setup verdict
- Edgewonk: broader scan and planning workflow
When ChartMentor is the cleaner choice
If the main failure is taking trades that should have been skipped, ChartMentor is the cleaner fit. It creates friction at the point where discipline breaks, instead of only documenting the mistake later.
When Edgewonk can still fit
A trader who wants structured journaling, long-term scan, and performance planning may still want a journal. ChartMentor does not replace that entire system; it adds a stricter pre-entry gate.
What happens after you start free
Open the chart
Open TradingView and make price, structure, key levels, and relevant indicators visible.
Run the scan
ChartMentor checks the visible chart and returns a Signal, Watch Trigger, or No Clean Trigger.
Decide with friction
Use the scan to wait, skip, or take only the setups that still make sense.
Frequently asked questions
How should I compare ChartMentor vs Edgewonk?
Use the comparison by workflow. ChartMentor is strongest before entry inside TradingView, while broader journal platforms are usually stronger after trades are logged and analyzed over time.
Does ChartMentor give financial advice or guaranteed signals?
No. ChartMentor is not a financial advisor and does not guarantee outcomes. It scans visible chart context and the marked trade plan so traders can spot weak execution before risking money.
What do I need before running a scan?
Open a TradingView chart, make the relevant price structure visible, and mark the entry, stop loss, and target when scanning a specific trade. Cleaner charts produce more useful scans.
Can I start without paying?
Yes. The free plan includes monthly AI chart usage and does not require a credit card, so traders can test the workflow before upgrading.