The Best Actively Managed ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Actively Managed ETFs.
Active ETFs are managed by a portfolio manager or team of managers who actively select and adjust the holdings in the fund rather than tracking a particular index. This means that the fund's holdings are based on the manager's investment strategy and research rather than simply following the performance of a specific index.
Active ETFs may be used to achieve a specific investment objective, such as growth, income, or capital preservation. Active ETF managers use their expertise and judgment to identify and invest in securities they believe will perform well. They may also use investment strategies such as short selling, derivatives, or leverage to achieve their investment objectives.
- Number of ETFs
- 122
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.62%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 14.31%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 14.32%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 53 / 100
The Best Actively Managed ETFs
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Best Actively Managed ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Actively Managed ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are CLSE (97) and SEIX (96).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Convergence Long/Short Equity ETF | 97 | 447.61M | Dec 2009 | |
| Virtus Seix Senior Loan ETF | 96 | 251.21M | Apr 2019 | |
| VictoryShares Pioneer Asset-Based Income ETF | 96 | 56.41M | Jun 2025 | |
| Dimensional US Marketwide Value ETF | 95 | 15.43B | Dec 1998 | |
| ARS Focused Opportunities Strategy ETF | 94 | 293.98M | Jun 2025 |
Best-Performing Actively Managed ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Actively Managed ETFs is CEFS (13.54%).
Across the lineup, Actively Managed ETFs show an average 1-year return of 14.32% and an average 5-year return of 0.57%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saba Closed-End Funds ETF | 13.54% | 332.90M | Mar 2017 | |
| T. Rowe Price Dividend Growth ETF | 10.09% | 1.42B | Aug 2020 | |
| Fidelity Fundamental Large Cap Growth ETF | 9.43% | 684.10M | Feb 2021 | |
| ARK Autonomous Technology & Robotics ETF | 8.20% | 2.22B | Sep 2014 | |
| Virtus Seix Senior Loan ETF | 5.79% | 251.21M | Apr 2019 |
Lowest-Cost Actively Managed ETFs
The top Actively Managed ETFs is TOT (0.07%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.62%, Actively Managed ETFs remain a low-cost option for investors seeking broad market exposure, sector allocations, and diversified portfolio building blocks.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LionShares U.S. Equity Total Return ETF | 0.07% | 6.49M | Sep 2025 | |
| VanEck Industrials TruSector ETF | 0.10% | 257.33K | Jun 2026 | |
| Northern Trust 2035 Inflation-Linked Distributing ... | 0.10% | 7.85M | Aug 2025 | |
| VanEck Financials TruSector ETF | 0.10% | 593.86K | Apr 2026 | |
| VanEck Communication Services TruSector ETF | 0.14% | 58.78M | Feb 2026 |
Highest-Yield Actively Managed ETFs
The top Actively Managed ETFs is AEMS (447.11%).
Across the lineup, Actively Managed ETFs show an average dividend yield of 14.31%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anfield Enhanced Market ETF | 447.11% | — | Jun 2025 | |
| GraniteShares YieldBOOST TSLA ETF | 245.52% | 61.77M | Dec 2024 | |
| GraniteShares YieldBOOST SMCI ETF | 215.38% | 7.46M | Sep 2025 | |
| Roundhill Ether Covered Call Strategy ETF | 120.52% | 58.82M | Sep 2024 | |
| YieldMax Bitcoin Option Income Strategy ETF | 99.60% | 44.60M | Apr 2024 |
Top ETFs Categories
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Top ETFs Comparisons
Compare the top ETFs symbols based on PortfoliosLab usage data.
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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot
The Risk vs. Return Scatterplot allows you to quickly compare funds, stocks, and ETFs in one view. It displays the yearly return of an instrument on one axis and the risk (volatility) on the other.
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