The Best Nasdaq-100 ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of Nasdaq-100 ETFs.
Nasdaq-100 ETFs and funds track the Nasdaq-100 Index, which comprises the 100 largest non-financial companies listed on the Nasdaq stock exchange, weighted by market capitalization. The index is heavily weighted toward technology and other high-growth sectors, giving these funds concentrated exposure to many of the world's largest and most innovative companies.
- Number of ETFs
- 56
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.65%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 5.88%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 16.35%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 56 / 100
The Best Nasdaq-100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lyxor UCITS NASDAQ-100 Daily Leverage | Nasdaq-100, Leveraged Equities | Jun 27, 2006 | 0.60% | 26.39% | 33.09% | 0.00% | 53 | ||||||||
| Amundi PEA Nasdaq-100 UCITS ETF Acc | Nasdaq-100 | May 20, 2014 | 0.30% | 16.89% | 20.03% | 0.00% | 65 |
Best Nasdaq-100 ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top Nasdaq-100 ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are NAPR (97) and PQAP (97).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Innovator Nasdaq-100 Power Buffer ETF - April | 97 | 208.59M | Mar 2020 | |
| PGIM Nasdaq-100 Buffer 12 ETF - April | 97 | 25.80M | Dec 2024 | |
| FT Cboe Vest Nasdaq-100 Buffer ETF - March | 95 | 560.94M | Mar 2021 | |
| ProShares Nasdaq-100 Dynamic Daily Buffer ETF | 95 | 2.84M | Jun 2025 | |
| First Trust Nasdaq BuyWrite Income ETF | 91 | 931.89M | Jan 2014 |
Best-Performing Nasdaq-100 ETFs Over 5 Years
The top Nasdaq-100 ETFs is QQQM (14.77%).
Across the lineup, Nasdaq-100 ETFs show an average 1-year return of 16.35% and an average 5-year return of 6.90%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF | 14.77% | 97.49B | Oct 2020 | |
| Invesco QQQ ETF | 14.68% | 465.90B | Mar 1999 | |
| First Trust NASDAQ-100 Technology Sector Index Fun... | 13.84% | 4.50B | Apr 2006 | |
| First Trust Nasdaq BuyWrite Income ETF | 11.93% | 931.89M | Jan 2014 | |
| Global X Nasdaq 100 Covered Call & Growth ETF | 11.34% | 155.30M | Sep 2020 |
Lowest-Cost Nasdaq-100 ETFs
The top Nasdaq-100 ETFs is QNDX (0.10%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.65%, Nasdaq-100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPDR Portfolio Nasdaq 100 ETF | 0.10% | 83.68M | Jun 2026 | |
| Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF | 0.15% | 97.49B | Oct 2020 | |
| Invesco QQQ ETF | 0.18% | 465.90B | Mar 1999 | |
| Invesco ESG NASDAQ 100 ETF | 0.20% | 195.97M | Oct 2021 | |
| iShares Nasdaq-100 ex Top 30 ETF | 0.20% | 27.73M | Oct 2024 |
Highest-Yield Nasdaq-100 ETFs
The top Nasdaq-100 ETFs is QQQY (37.35%).
Across the lineup, Nasdaq-100 ETFs show an average dividend yield of 5.88%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defiance Nasdaq 100 Enhanced Options Income ETF | 37.35% | 184.23M | Sep 2023 | |
| YieldMax Nasdaq 100 0DTE Covered Call Strategy ETF | 34.62% | 46.35M | Feb 2025 | |
| Defiance Nasdaq 100 LightningSpread Income ETF | 28.85% | 49.68M | Sep 2025 | |
| Defiance Nasdaq 100 Income Target ETF | 20.73% | 44.63M | Jun 2024 | |
| Global X Nasdaq 100 Covered Call & Growth ETF | 18.04% | 155.30M | Sep 2020 |
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Risk vs. Return Scatterplot
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