Global X Russell 2000 Covered Call & Growth ETF (RYLG) Alternatives
Global X Russell 2000 Covered Call & Growth ETF (RYLG) belongs to the Derivative Income category. Below you'll find alternative ETFs from the same category, ranked by key criteria, plus funds that investors commonly compare with RYLG. 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 RYLG
RYLG charges 0.35% annually. Among ETFs in the Derivative Income category, these options have the lowest expense ratios among RYLG alternatives.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| iShares S&P 500 BuyWrite ETF | 0.25% | Mar 14, 2024 | RYLG vs IVVW | |
| State Street US Equity Premium Income ETF | 0.25% | Sep 5, 2024 | RYLG vs SPIN | |
| Fidelity Yield Enhanced Equity ETF | 0.28% | Apr 9, 2024 | RYLG vs FYEE | |
| Parametric Equity Premium Income ETF | 0.29% | Oct 16, 2023 | RYLG vs PAPI | |
| Invesco S&P 500 BuyWrite ETF | 0.29% | Dec 20, 2007 | RYLG vs PBP |
Best Risk-Adjusted Alternatives to RYLG
Among ETFs in the Derivative Income 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YieldMax GOOGL Option Income Strategy ETF | 97 | Jul 27, 2023 | RYLG vs GOOY | |
| YieldMax TSM Option Income Strategy ETF | 96 | Aug 20, 2024 | RYLG vs TSMY | |
| Kurv Yield Premium Strategy Google ETF | 92 | Oct 30, 2023 | RYLG vs GOOP | |
| Amplify CWP Enhanced Dividend Income ETF | 80 | Dec 13, 2016 | RYLG vs DIVO | |
| Defiance Oil Enhanced Options Income ETF | 80 | May 9, 2024 | RYLG vs USOY |
Top Performing RYLG Alternatives (YTD)
RYLG alternatives from the Derivative Income category, sorted by year-to-date return.
| Symbol | Name | YTD Return | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defiance Oil Enhanced Options Income ETF | 60.22% | May 9, 2024 | RYLG vs USOY | |
| YieldMax MRNA Option Income Strategy ETF | 57.12% | Oct 23, 2023 | RYLG vs MRNY | |
| YieldMax XOM Option Income Strategy ETF | 28.99% | Aug 30, 2023 | RYLG vs XOMO | |
| YieldMax Short TSLA Option Income Strategy ETF | 20.49% | May 1, 2024 | RYLG vs CRSH | |
| Roundhill COST WeeklyPay ETF | 17.20% | Oct 23, 2025 | RYLG vs COSW |
Lowest Volatility Alternatives to RYLG
RYLG alternatives from the Derivative Income category, sorted by annualized volatility over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Volatility 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global X NASDAQ 100 ESG Covered Call ETF | 0.00% | Feb 21, 2023 | RYLG vs QYLE | |
| Dividend Performers ETF | 0.00% | Dec 24, 2018 | RYLG vs IPDP | |
| FT Vest Investment Grade & Target Income ETF | 6.23% | Feb 11, 2025 | RYLG vs LQTI | |
| Global X S&P 500 Risk Managed Income ETF | 6.88% | Aug 25, 2021 | RYLG vs XRMI | |
| Global X NASDAQ 100 Risk Managed Income ETF | 7.74% | Aug 25, 2021 | RYLG vs QRMI |
Lowest Drawdown Alternatives to RYLG
RYLG alternatives from the Derivative Income category, sorted by maximum drawdown over the past year.
| Symbol | Name | Max Drawdown 1Y | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FT Vest Investment Grade & Target Income ETF | -3.41% | Feb 11, 2025 | RYLG vs LQTI | |
| Global X S&P 500 Risk Managed Income ETF | -5.02% | Aug 25, 2021 | RYLG vs XRMI | |
| Global X NASDAQ 100 Risk Managed Income ETF | -5.04% | Aug 25, 2021 | RYLG vs QRMI | |
| Kensington Hedged Premium Income ETF | -6.55% | Sep 4, 2024 | RYLG vs KHPI | |
| T. Rowe Price Capital Appreciation Premium Income ... | -7.24% | Mar 26, 2025 | RYLG vs TCAL |
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 | RYLG vs QYLD | |
| Global X Defense Tech ETF | Technology Equities | 92 | 9.34% | Sep 11, 2023 | RYLG vs SHLD | |
| Global X Uranium ETF | Commodity Producers Equities | 93 | 13.34% | Nov 4, 2010 | RYLG vs URA | |
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | Materials | 94 | 6.35% | Apr 19, 2010 | RYLG vs COPX | |
| Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 66 | -8.24% | May 11, 2018 | RYLG vs AIQ | |
| Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Themat... | Robotics, Technology Equities | 37 | -8.31% | Sep 12, 2016 | RYLG vs BOTZ | |
| Global X Silver Miners ETF | Precious Metals | 94 | 7.85% | Apr 19, 2010 | RYLG vs SIL | |
| Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income, S&P 500 | 56 | -1.04% | Jun 24, 2013 | RYLG vs XYLD | |
| Global X SuperDividend ETF | Global Equities, Dividend | 91 | 6.70% | Jun 8, 2011 | RYLG vs SDIV | |
| Global X DAX Germany ETF | Europe Equities | 28 | -7.59% | Oct 22, 2014 | RYLG vs DAX |
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