The Best Cybersecurity ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Cybersecurity ETFs.
Cybersecurity ETFs invest in companies involved in the cybersecurity industry. These industries include companies that specialize in network security, data privacy, and internet security. Cybersecurity ETFs provide investors with a way to gain exposure to companies in the cybersecurity industry without having to purchase individual stocks. They may also offer diversification benefits, as the performance of companies in these industries may not be closely correlated with the overall stock market.
- Number of ETFs
- 6
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.51%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 0.13%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 13.64%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 16 / 100
The Best Cybersecurity ETFs
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| Symbol | Full Name | Category | Inception | Expense Ratio | YTD Return | 10Y Return (Annualized) | Dividend Yield | Risk / Return Rank | Max. Drawdown | Sharpe Ratio | Sortino Ratio | Omega Ratio | Martin Ratio | Calmar Ratio | Ulcer Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X Cybersecurity ETF | Technology Equities, Cybersecurity | Oct 25, 2019 | 0.50% | 11.33% | — | 0.03% | 8 | ||||||||
| First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF | Cybersecurity, Technology Equities | Jul 7, 2015 | 0.60% | 18.25% | 17.67% | 0.48% | 21 | ||||||||
| SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF | Technology Equities, Cybersecurity | Dec 26, 2017 | 0.45% | 24.91% | — | 0.16% | 59 | ||||||||
| ETFMG Prime Cyber Security ETF | Technology Equities, Cybersecurity | Nov 11, 2014 | 0.60% | 18.32% | 15.23% | 0.06% | 18 | ||||||||
| iShares Cybersecurity & Tech ETF | Technology Equities, Cybersecurity | Jun 11, 2019 | 0.47% | 15.63% | — | 0.07% | 14 | ||||||||
| WisdomTree Cybersecurity Fund | Technology Equities, Cybersecurity | Jan 28, 2021 | 0.45% | 16.07% | — | 0.00% | 11 |
Best Cybersecurity ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Cybersecurity ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are FITE (59) and CIBR (21).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF | 59 | 154.75M | Dec 2017 | |
| First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF | 21 | 13.25B | Jul 2015 | |
| ETFMG Prime Cyber Security ETF | 18 | 2.41B | Nov 2014 | |
| iShares Cybersecurity & Tech ETF | 14 | 887.99M | Jun 2019 | |
| WisdomTree Cybersecurity Fund | 11 | 90.00M | Jan 2021 |
Best-Performing Cybersecurity ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Cybersecurity ETFs is FITE (15.53%).
Across the lineup, Cybersecurity ETFs show an average 1-year return of 13.64% and an average 5-year return of 9.16%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF | 15.53% | 154.75M | Dec 2017 | |
| First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF | 13.41% | 13.25B | Jul 2015 | |
| ETFMG Prime Cyber Security ETF | 9.45% | 2.41B | Nov 2014 | |
| WisdomTree Cybersecurity Fund | 6.66% | 90.00M | Jan 2021 | |
| iShares Cybersecurity & Tech ETF | 5.76% | 887.99M | Jun 2019 |
Lowest-Cost Cybersecurity ETFs
The top Cybersecurity ETFs is WCBR (0.45%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.51%, Cybersecurity 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WisdomTree Cybersecurity Fund | 0.45% | 90.00M | Jan 2021 | |
| SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF | 0.45% | 154.75M | Dec 2017 | |
| iShares Cybersecurity & Tech ETF | 0.47% | 887.99M | Jun 2019 | |
| Global X Cybersecurity ETF | 0.50% | 1.13B | Oct 2019 | |
| First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF | 0.60% | 13.25B | Jul 2015 |
Highest-Yield Cybersecurity ETFs
The top Cybersecurity ETFs is CIBR (0.48%).
Across the lineup, Cybersecurity ETFs show an average dividend yield of 0.13%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF | 0.48% | 13.25B | Jul 2015 | |
| SPDR S&P Kensho Future Security ETF | 0.16% | 154.75M | Dec 2017 | |
| iShares Cybersecurity & Tech ETF | 0.07% | 887.99M | Jun 2019 | |
| ETFMG Prime Cyber Security ETF | 0.06% | 2.41B | Nov 2014 | |
| Global X Cybersecurity ETF | 0.03% | 1.13B | Oct 2019 |
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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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