Global X Cybersecurity ETF (BUG) Alternatives
Global X Cybersecurity ETF (BUG) belongs to the Technology Equities category. Below you'll find alternative ETFs from the same category, ranked by key criteria, plus funds that investors commonly compare with BUG. Use the tables to find lower-cost options, better risk-adjusted returns, or funds that fit a different role in your portfolio.
Cheapest Alternatives to BUG
BUG charges 0.50% annually. Among ETFs in the Technology Equities category, these options have the lowest expense ratios among BUG alternatives.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelity MSCI Information Technology Index ETF | 0.08% | Oct 21, 2013 | BUG vs FTEC | |
| State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF | 0.08% | Dec 16, 1998 | BUG vs XLK | |
| Vanguard Information Technology ETF | 0.09% | Mar 25, 2004 | BUG vs VGT | |
| Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 0.10% | Sep 23, 2004 | BUG vs VOX | |
| Vaneck Technology Trusector ETF | 0.13% | Aug 20, 2025 | BUG vs TRUT |
Best Risk-Adjusted Alternatives to BUG
Among ETFs in the Technology Equities category, these options rank highest on PortfoliosLab's risk-adjusted score, which accounts for volatility, drawdown, and return consistency over a 1-year period.
| Symbol | Name | Risk / Return Rank | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xtrackers Semiconductor Select Equity ETF | 96 | Jul 12, 2023 | BUG vs CHPS | |
| VistaShares Artificial Intelligence Supercycle ETF | 95 | Dec 3, 2024 | BUG vs AIS | |
| Roundhill Generative AI & Technology ETF | 95 | May 17, 2023 | BUG vs CHAT | |
| First Trust Nasdaq Semiconductor ETF | 95 | Sep 20, 2016 | BUG vs FTXL | |
| VanEck Semiconductor ETF | 95 | Dec 20, 2011 | BUG vs SMH |
Top Performing BUG Alternatives (YTD)
BUG alternatives from the Technology Equities category, sorted by year-to-date return.
| Symbol | Name | YTD Return | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arm Holdings PLC ADRhedged ETF | 39.97% | Mar 13, 2025 | BUG vs ARMH | |
| ASML Holding NV ADR Hedged ETF | 25.77% | Mar 13, 2025 | BUG vs ASMH | |
| Invesco Semiconductors ETF | 19.68% | Jun 23, 2005 | BUG vs PSI | |
| Tortoise AI Infrastructure ETF | 16.67% | Aug 4, 2025 | BUG vs TCAI | |
| iShares U.S. Digital Infrastructure and Real Estat... | 15.26% | Jul 10, 2001 | BUG vs IDGT |
Lowest Volatility Alternatives to BUG
BUG alternatives from the Technology Equities category, sorted by annualized volatility over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Volatility 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clockwise Core Equity & Innovation ETF | 15.02% | Jan 27, 2022 | BUG vs TIME | |
| State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR Premium... | 17.22% | Jul 29, 2025 | BUG vs XLKI | |
| Global X AgTech & Food Innovation ETF | 19.32% | Jul 12, 2021 | BUG vs KROP | |
| First Trust IndXX NextG ETF | 19.87% | Feb 17, 2011 | BUG vs NXTG | |
| Vanguard Communication Services ETF | 20.34% | Sep 23, 2004 | BUG vs VOX |
Lowest Drawdown Alternatives to BUG
BUG alternatives from the Technology Equities category, sorted by maximum drawdown over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Max Drawdown 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X AgTech & Food Innovation ETF | -11.29% | Jul 12, 2021 | BUG vs KROP | |
| iShares U.S. Digital Infrastructure and Real Estat... | -12.23% | Jul 10, 2001 | BUG vs IDGT | |
| First Trust IndXX NextG ETF | -12.49% | Feb 17, 2011 | BUG vs NXTG | |
| REX FANG & Innovation Equity Premium Income ETF | -12.91% | Oct 11, 2023 | BUG vs FEPI | |
| Invesco Dynamic Networking ETF | -12.94% | Jun 23, 2005 | BUG vs PXQ |
Other ETFs from Global X
Most popular Global X ETFs on PortfoliosLab, across asset classes.
| Symbol | Name | Category | Risk / Return Rank | YTD Return | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X NASDAQ 100 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income | 72 | 0.02% | Dec 12, 2013 | BUG vs QYLD | |
| Global X Defense Tech ETF | Technology Equities | 92 | 9.34% | Sep 11, 2023 | BUG vs SHLD | |
| Global X Uranium ETF | Commodity Producers Equities | 93 | 13.34% | Nov 4, 2010 | BUG vs URA | |
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | Materials | 94 | 6.35% | Apr 19, 2010 | BUG vs COPX | |
| Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 66 | -8.24% | May 11, 2018 | BUG vs AIQ | |
| Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Themat... | Robotics, Technology Equities | 37 | -8.31% | Sep 12, 2016 | BUG vs BOTZ | |
| Global X Silver Miners ETF | Precious Metals | 94 | 7.85% | Apr 19, 2010 | BUG vs SIL | |
| Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income, S&P 500 | 56 | -1.04% | Jun 24, 2013 | BUG vs XYLD | |
| Global X SuperDividend ETF | Global Equities, Dividend | 91 | 6.70% | Jun 8, 2011 | BUG vs SDIV | |
| Global X DAX Germany ETF | Europe Equities | 28 | -7.59% | Oct 22, 2014 | BUG vs DAX |
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