Global X Social Media ETF (SOCL) Alternatives
Global X Social Media ETF (SOCL) 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 SOCL. 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 SOCL
SOCL charges 0.65% annually. Among ETFs in the Large Cap Growth Equities category, these options have the lowest expense ratios among SOCL alternatives.
| Symbol | Name | Expense Ratio | Inception | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JP Morgan Betabuilders U.S. Equity ETF | 0.02% | Mar 12, 2019 | SOCL vs BBUS | |
| iShares Morningstar U.S. Equity ETF | 0.03% | Jun 28, 2004 | SOCL vs ILCB | |
| Schwab U.S. Broad Market ETF | 0.03% | Nov 3, 2009 | SOCL vs SCHB | |
| Vanguard Growth ETF | 0.03% | Nov 13, 2000 | SOCL vs VUG | |
| iShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF | 0.03% | Jan 20, 2004 | SOCL vs ITOT |
Best Risk-Adjusted Alternatives to SOCL
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 | SOCL vs DARP | |
| Franklin Intelligent Machines ETF | 88 | Feb 25, 2020 | SOCL vs IQM | |
| MarketDesk Focused U.S. Momentum ETF | 85 | Mar 19, 2025 | SOCL vs FMTM | |
| First Trust US Equity Opportunities ETF | 83 | Apr 12, 2006 | SOCL vs FPX | |
| iShares Global 100 ETF | 83 | Dec 5, 2000 | SOCL vs IOO |
Top Performing SOCL Alternatives (YTD)
SOCL 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 | SOCL vs GQGU | |
| MarketDesk Focused U.S. Momentum ETF | 8.17% | Mar 19, 2025 | SOCL vs FMTM | |
| SMART Earnings Growth 30 ETF | 6.68% | Aug 19, 2025 | SOCL vs SGRT | |
| Inspire 100 ETF | 4.92% | Oct 30, 2017 | SOCL vs BIBL | |
| Grizzle Growth ETF | 4.29% | Dec 15, 2021 | SOCL vs DARP |
Lowest Volatility Alternatives to SOCL
SOCL 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 | SOCL vs GQGU | |
| Core Alternative ETF | 10.74% | May 24, 2017 | SOCL vs CCOR | |
| Global X NASDAQ 100 Collar 95-110 ETF | 12.06% | Aug 25, 2021 | SOCL vs QCLR | |
| First Trust Capital Strength ETF | 13.60% | Jul 6, 2006 | SOCL vs FTCS | |
| OShares U.S. Quality Dividend ETF | 13.88% | Jul 14, 2015 | SOCL vs OUSA |
Lowest Drawdown Alternatives to SOCL
SOCL 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 | SOCL vs CCOR | |
| First Trust Capital Strength ETF | -9.38% | Jul 6, 2006 | SOCL vs FTCS | |
| Pacer Lunt Large Cap Alternator ETF | -9.79% | Jun 24, 2020 | SOCL vs ALTL | |
| OShares U.S. Quality Dividend ETF | -9.80% | Jul 14, 2015 | SOCL vs OUSA | |
| American Customer Satisfaction ETF | -9.91% | Nov 1, 2016 | SOCL 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 | SOCL vs QYLD | |
| Global X Defense Tech ETF | Technology Equities | 92 | 9.34% | Sep 11, 2023 | SOCL vs SHLD | |
| Global X Uranium ETF | Commodity Producers Equities | 93 | 13.34% | Nov 4, 2010 | SOCL vs URA | |
| Global X Copper Miners ETF | Materials | 94 | 6.35% | Apr 19, 2010 | SOCL vs COPX | |
| Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF | Large Cap Growth Equities | 66 | -8.24% | May 11, 2018 | SOCL vs AIQ | |
| Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Themat... | Robotics, Technology Equities | 37 | -8.31% | Sep 12, 2016 | SOCL vs BOTZ | |
| Global X Silver Miners ETF | Precious Metals | 94 | 7.85% | Apr 19, 2010 | SOCL vs SIL | |
| Global X S&P 500 Covered Call ETF | Derivative Income, S&P 500 | 56 | -1.04% | Jun 24, 2013 | SOCL vs XYLD | |
| Global X SuperDividend ETF | Global Equities, Dividend | 91 | 6.70% | Jun 8, 2011 | SOCL vs SDIV | |
| Global X DAX Germany ETF | Europe Equities | 28 | -7.59% | Oct 22, 2014 | SOCL vs DAX |
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