Global X Video Games & Esports ETF (HERO) Alternatives
Global X Video Games & Esports ETF (HERO) belongs to the Large Cap Growth Equities category. Below you'll find alternative ETFs from the same category, ranked by key criteria, plus funds that investors commonly compare with HERO. 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 HERO
HERO charges 0.50% annually. Among ETFs in the Large Cap Growth Equities category, these options have the lowest expense ratios among HERO alternatives.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP Morgan Betabuilders U.S. Equity ETF | 0.02% | Mar 12, 2019 | HERO vs BBUS | |
| iShares Morningstar U.S. Equity ETF | 0.03% | Jun 28, 2004 | HERO vs ILCB | |
| Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF | 0.03% | Nov 3, 2009 | HERO vs SCHB | |
| iShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF | 0.03% | Jan 20, 2004 | HERO vs ITOT | |
| Vanguard Growth ETF | 0.03% | Nov 13, 2000 | HERO vs VUG |
Best Risk-Adjusted Alternatives to HERO
Among ETFs in the Large Cap Growth 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grizzle Growth ETF | 93 | Dec 15, 2021 | HERO vs DARP | |
| Franklin Intelligent Machines ETF | 88 | Feb 25, 2020 | HERO vs IQM | |
| MarketDesk Focused U.S. Momentum ETF | 85 | Mar 19, 2025 | HERO vs FMTM | |
| First Trust US Equity Opportunities ETF | 83 | Apr 12, 2006 | HERO vs FPX | |
| iShares Global 100 ETF | 83 | Dec 5, 2000 | HERO vs IOO |
Top Performing HERO Alternatives (YTD)
HERO alternatives from the Large Cap Growth Equities category, sorted by year-to-date return.
| Symbol | Name | YTD Return | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GQG US Equity ETF | 9.61% | Jul 14, 2025 | HERO vs GQGU | |
| MarketDesk Focused U.S. Momentum ETF | 8.17% | Mar 19, 2025 | HERO vs FMTM | |
| SMART Earnings Growth 30 ETF | 6.68% | Aug 19, 2025 | HERO vs SGRT | |
| Inspire 100 ETF | 4.92% | Oct 30, 2017 | HERO vs BIBL | |
| Grizzle Growth ETF | 4.29% | Dec 15, 2021 | HERO vs DARP |
Lowest Volatility Alternatives to HERO
HERO alternatives from the Large Cap Growth Equities category, sorted by annualized volatility over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Volatility 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GQG US Equity ETF | 9.55% | Jul 14, 2025 | HERO vs GQGU | |
| Core Alternative ETF | 10.74% | May 24, 2017 | HERO vs CCOR | |
| Global X NASDAQ 100 Collar 95-110 ETF | 12.06% | Aug 25, 2021 | HERO vs QCLR | |
| First Trust Capital Strength ETF | 13.60% | Jul 6, 2006 | HERO vs FTCS | |
| OShares U.S. Quality Dividend ETF | 13.88% | Jul 14, 2015 | HERO vs OUSA |
Lowest Drawdown Alternatives to HERO
HERO alternatives from the Large Cap Growth Equities category, sorted by maximum drawdown over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Max Drawdown 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Alternative ETF | -9.17% | May 24, 2017 | HERO vs CCOR | |
| First Trust Capital Strength ETF | -9.38% | Jul 6, 2006 | HERO vs FTCS | |
| Pacer Lunt Large Cap Alternator ETF | -9.79% | Jun 24, 2020 | HERO vs ALTL | |
| OShares U.S. Quality Dividend ETF | -9.80% | Jul 14, 2015 | HERO vs OUSA | |
| American Customer Satisfaction ETF | -9.91% | Nov 1, 2016 | HERO vs ACSI |
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 | HERO vs QYLD | |
| Global X Defense Tech ETF | Technology Equities | 92 | 9.34% | Sep 11, 2023 | HERO vs SHLD | |
| Global X Uranium ETF | Commodity Producers Equities | 93 | 13.34% | Nov 4, 2010 | HERO vs URA | |
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | Materials | 94 | 6.35% | Apr 19, 2010 | HERO vs COPX | |
| Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 66 | -8.24% | May 11, 2018 | HERO vs AIQ | |
| Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Themat... | Robotics, Technology Equities | 37 | -8.31% | Sep 12, 2016 | HERO vs BOTZ | |
| Global X Silver Miners ETF | Precious Metals | 94 | 7.85% | Apr 19, 2010 | HERO vs SIL | |
| Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income, S&P 500 | 56 | -1.04% | Jun 24, 2013 | HERO vs XYLD | |
| Global X SuperDividend ETF | Global Equities, Dividend | 91 | 6.70% | Jun 8, 2011 | HERO vs SDIV | |
| Global X DAX Germany ETF | Europe Equities | 28 | -7.59% | Oct 22, 2014 | HERO vs DAX |
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