The Best S&P 500 ETFs
The table below compares the performance and other essential indicators like dividend yield and expense ratio of S&P 500 ETFs.
S&P 500 ETFs and funds track the S&P 500 Index, a benchmark of 500 of the largest U.S. publicly traded companies weighted by market capitalization. Widely used as a proxy for the overall U.S. stock market, these funds offer broad, low-cost exposure to large-cap American equities across all major sectors and are among the most popular core holdings for long-term investors.
- Number of ETFs
- 115
- Avg. Expense Ratio
- 0.44%
- Avg. Dividend Yield
- 3.53%
- Avg. 1 Year Return
- 17.88%
- Median Risk/Return Score
- 63 / 100
The Best S&P 500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares Core S&P 500 UCITS ETF | S&P 500 | May 19, 2010 | 0.07% | 12.36% | 14.30% | 0.00% | 80 | ||||||||
| iShares S&P 500 Scored and Screened UCITS ETF USD ... | S&P 500, ESG | Aug 2, 2022 | 0.07% | 8.57% | — | 0.00% | 71 | ||||||||
| iShares S&P 500 Top 20 UCITS ETF USD Acc | S&P 500 | Nov 12, 2024 | 0.20% | 4.70% | — | 0.00% | 43 | ||||||||
| Vanguard S&P 500 UCITS ETF | S&P 500 | May 14, 2019 | 0.07% | 12.43% | 14.29% | 0.87% | 80 |
Best S&P 500 ETFs by Risk/Return Score
The top S&P 500 ETFs by PortfoliosLab Risk/Return Score are CPSP (98) and PMMY (98).
The score measures risk-adjusted performance over the past year, accounting for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calamos S&P 500 Structured Alt Protection ETF - Ap... | 98 | 19.50M | Apr 2025 | |
| PGIM S&P 500 Max Buffer ETF - May | 98 | — | Apr 2025 | |
| Calamos S&P 500 Structured Alt Protection ETF - Ma... | 97 | 56.50M | May 2024 | |
| PGIM S&P 500 Max Buffer ETF - February | 96 | — | Jan 2025 | |
| Calamos S&P 500 Structured Alt Protection ETF - Se... | 95 | 32.10M | Sep 2024 |
Best-Performing S&P 500 ETFs Over 5 Years
The top S&P 500 ETFs is RSPG (24.27%).
Across the lineup, S&P 500 ETFs show an average 1-year return of 17.88% and an average 5-year return of 10.49%, providing a clearer view of performance across different investment horizons.
| Symbol | Name | Return 5Y | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Energy ETF | 24.27% | 553.09M | Nov 2006 | |
| Invesco S&P 500 Momentum ETF | 20.52% | 20.86B | Oct 2015 | |
| Direxion Daily S&P 500 Bull 3X ETF | 19.87% | 6.91B | Nov 2008 | |
| ProShares UltraPro S&P 500 | 19.47% | 5.20B | Jun 2009 | |
| Direxion Daily S&P 500 Bull 2X ETF | 17.90% | 256.80M | May 2014 |
Lowest-Cost S&P 500 ETFs
The top S&P 500 ETFs is SPYM (0.02%).
With an average expense ratio of 0.44%, S&P 500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF | 0.02% | 160.27B | Nov 2005 | |
| iShares Core S&P 500 ETF | 0.03% | 880.32B | May 2000 | |
| Vanguard S&P 500 ETF | 0.03% | 1.70T | Sep 2010 | |
| State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 Growth ETF | 0.04% | 52.05B | Sep 2000 | |
| SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 Value ETF | 0.04% | 36.23B | Sep 2000 |
Highest-Yield S&P 500 ETFs
The top S&P 500 ETFs is XDTE (32.92%).
Across the lineup, S&P 500 ETFs show an average dividend yield of 3.53%, offering investors a steady stream of income through regular dividend payments, making them attractive for income-seeking portfolios.
| Symbol | Name | Dividend Yield | AUM | Inception |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roundhill S&P 500 0DTE Covered Call Strategy ETF | 32.92% | 333.01M | Mar 2024 | |
| Defiance S&P 500 Enhanced Options & 0DTE Income ET... | 32.91% | 66.06M | Sep 2023 | |
| YieldMax S&P 500 0DTE Covered Call Strategy ETF | 26.94% | 36.98M | Feb 2025 | |
| Roundhill S&P 500 Target 20 Managed Distribution E... | 21.21% | 160.80M | Oct 2024 | |
| Defiance S&P 500 Income Target ETF | 21.19% | 152.07M | Mar 2024 |
Top ETFs Categories
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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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