The Best Equity Hedged ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Equity Hedged ETFs.
- Number of ETFs
- 25
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.67%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 3.25%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 21.27%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 62 / 100
The Best Equity Hedged ETFs
25 results
Best Equity Hedged ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Equity Hedged ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are MAXJ (94) and HECO (91).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares Large Cap Max Buffer Jun ETF | 94 | — | Jun 2024 | |
| State Street Galaxy Hedged Digital Asset Ecosystem... | 91 | 87.41M | Sep 2024 | |
| Innovator U.S. Small Cap Managed Floor ETF | 86 | 82.27M | Sep 2024 | |
| Invesco QQQ Hedged Advantage ETF | 80 | — | May 2025 | |
| Kraneshares Hedgeye Hedged Equity Index ETF | 80 | 100.99M | Jul 2024 |
Best-Performing Equity Hedged ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Equity Hedged ETFs is VAMO (9.15%).
Across the lineup, Equity Hedged ETFs show an average 1-year return of 21.27% and an average 5-year return of 7.75%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambria Value and Momentum ETF | 9.15% | 104.56M | Sep 2015 | |
| Overlay Shares Hedged Large Cap Equity ETF | 8.97% | 94.33M | Jan 2021 | |
| Swan Hedged Equity US Large Cap ETF | 8.38% | 584.47M | Dec 2020 | |
| LHA Market State Tactical Beta ETF | 7.75% | 178.80M | Sep 2020 | |
| Invesco S&P 500 Downside Hedged ETF | 4.49% | 76.65M | Dec 2012 |
Lowest-Cost Equity Hedged ETFs
The top Equity Hedged ETFs is XCLR (0.25%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.67%, Equity Hedged 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X S&P 500 Collar 95-110 ETF | 0.25% | 3.32M | Aug 2021 | |
| Global X S&P 500 Tail Risk ETF | 0.25% | 4.28M | Aug 2021 | |
| Invesco S&P 500 Downside Hedged ETF | 0.39% | 76.65M | Dec 2012 | |
| Simplify Hedged Equity ETF | 0.43% | 316.92M | Nov 2021 | |
| Invesco QQQ Hedged Advantage ETF | 0.45% | — | May 2025 |
Highest-Yield Equity Hedged ETFs
The top Equity Hedged ETFs is XTR (16.82%).
Across the lineup, Equity Hedged ETFs show an average dividend yield of 3.25%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X S&P 500 Tail Risk ETF | 16.82% | 4.28M | Aug 2021 | |
| Global X S&P 500 Collar 95-110 ETF | 13.01% | 3.32M | Aug 2021 | |
| MRP SynthEquity ETF | 11.29% | 147.91M | Mar 2025 | |
| MC Trio Equity Buffered ETF | 8.57% | — | Mar 2025 | |
| NEOS S&P 500 Hedged Equity Income ETF | 7.80% | 30.34M | Apr 2025 |
Top ETFs Categories
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Top ETFs Comparisons
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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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