DADS vs. IBHD

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

DADS (Digital Asset Debt Strategy ETF) and IBHD (iShares iBonds 2024 Term High Yield & Income ETF) are both High Yield Bonds funds. DADS is actively managed, while IBHD is passively managed. DADS charges 1.04%/yr vs 0.35%/yr for IBHD.

Performance

DADS vs. IBHD - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Digital Asset Debt Strategy ETF (DADS) and iShares iBonds 2024 Term High Yield & Income ETF (IBHD). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

DADS

• 1D: -0.89%
• 1M: 4.49%
• YTD: 14.37%
• 6M: 9.44%
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

IBHD

• 1D: 0.00%
• 1M: 0.00%
• YTD: —
• 6M: —
• 1Y: —
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

*Multi-year figures are annualized to reflect compound growth (CAGR)

DADS vs. IBHD - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
DADS Digital Asset Debt Strategy ETF	12.59%
IBHD iShares iBonds 2024 Term High Yield & Income ETF	0.00%

Return for Risk

DADS vs. IBHD - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Digital Asset Debt Strategy ETF (DADS) and iShares iBonds 2024 Term High Yield & Income ETF (IBHD). Risk-adjusted metrics are performance indicators that assess an investment's returns in relation to its risk, enabling a more accurate comparison of different investment options.

Risk / return metrics aren't available yet — we need at least 12 months of trading data to calculate them.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	DADS	IBHD	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	0.73	—	—

Drawdowns

DADS vs. IBHD - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum DADS drawdown since its inception was -17.07%, which is greater than IBHD's maximum drawdown of 0.00%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for DADS and IBHD.

Drawdown Indicators

	DADS	IBHD	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-17.07%	0.00%	-17.07%
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-2.77%	0.00%	-2.77%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-7.63%	0.00%	-7.63%

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	DADS	IBHD	Difference
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	17.58%	0.00%	+17.58%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	17.58%	0.00%	+17.58%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	17.58%	0.00%	+17.58%

DADS vs. IBHD - Expense Ratio Comparison

DADS has a 1.04% expense ratio, which is higher than IBHD's 0.35% expense ratio.

Dividends

DADS vs. IBHD - Dividend Comparison

DADS's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 2.76%, while IBHD has not paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025
DADS Digital Asset Debt Strategy ETF	2.76%	1.83%
IBHD iShares iBonds 2024 Term High Yield & Income ETF	0.00%	0.00%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, DADS or IBHD?

On fees, IBHD is cheaper at 0.35% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, DADS or IBHD?

IBHD is cheaper with a 0.35% expense ratio, compared with 1.04% for DADS.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, DADS or IBHD?

DADS has the higher dividend yield at 2.76%, compared with 0.00% for IBHD.

What is the main difference between DADS and IBHD?

They also come from different issuers: Alphabit and iShares. Their fees differ too: 1.04% for DADS and 0.35% for IBHD.