IPDP vs. QQQI

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

IPDP (Dividend Performers ETF) and QQQI (NEOS Nasdaq-100 High Income ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - IPDP is a Derivative Income fund actively managed by Innovative Portfolios, while QQQI is a Nasdaq-100 fund actively managed by Neos. Both are actively managed. IPDP charges 1.52%/yr vs 0.68%/yr for QQQI.

Performance

IPDP vs. QQQI - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Dividend Performers ETF (IPDP) and NEOS Nasdaq-100 High Income ETF (QQQI). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

IPDP

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

QQQI

• 1D: -0.17%
• 1M: 6.91%
• YTD: 13.43%
• 6M: 12.92%
• 1Y: 30.41%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

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

IPDP vs. QQQI - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
IPDP Dividend Performers ETF	0.00%
QQQI NEOS Nasdaq-100 High Income ETF	13.79%

IPDP vs. QQQI - Sectors Allocation Comparison

Sectors	IPDP	QQQI
Industrials	45.1%	3.3%
Financial Services	18.6%	0.3%
Healthcare	13.6%	4.3%
Technology	13.1%	53.3%
Consumer Defensive	3.9%	7.7%
Consumer Cyclical	3.6%	12.1%
Basic Materials	1.5%	1.2%
Communication Services	-	15.7%
Energy	-	0.7%
Real Estate	-	0.1%
Utilities	-	1.5%

Return for Risk

IPDP vs. QQQI — Risk / Return Rank

Compare risk-adjusted metric ranks to identify better-performing investments over the past 12 months.

QQQI

QQQI Risk / Return Rank: 68
QQQI Sharpe Ratio Rank: 70
QQQI Sortino Ratio Rank: 66
QQQI Omega Ratio Rank: 70
QQQI Calmar Ratio Rank: 63
QQQI Martin Ratio Rank: 74

The rank (0–100) shows how this investment's returns compare to the risk taken. Higher = better. Based on the past 12 months of data, combining Sharpe, Sortino, and other metrics used by quantitative funds and institutional investors.

IPDP vs. QQQI - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Dividend Performers ETF (IPDP) and NEOS Nasdaq-100 High Income ETF (QQQI). 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

	IPDP	QQQI	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	—	2.35	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	—	1.34	—

Drawdowns

IPDP vs. QQQI - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum IPDP drawdown since its inception was 0.00%, smaller than the maximum QQQI drawdown of -20.00%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for IPDP and QQQI.

Drawdown Indicators

	IPDP	QQQI	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	0.00%	-20.00%	+20.00%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	—	-9.61%	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	0.00%	-0.17%	+0.17%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	0.00%	-2.20%	+2.20%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	—	2.14%	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	IPDP	QQQI	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	—	2.68%	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	—	9.85%	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	0.00%	12.98%	-12.98%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	0.00%	17.07%	-17.07%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	0.00%	17.07%	-17.07%

IPDP vs. QQQI - Expense Ratio Comparison

IPDP has a 1.52% expense ratio, which is higher than QQQI's 0.68% expense ratio.

Dividends

IPDP vs. QQQI - Dividend Comparison

IPDP has not paid dividends to shareholders, while QQQI's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 13.19%.

Position	TTM	2025	2024
IPDP Dividend Performers ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
QQQI NEOS Nasdaq-100 High Income ETF	13.19%	13.82%	12.85%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, IPDP or QQQI?

On fees, QQQI is cheaper at 0.68% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, IPDP or QQQI?

QQQI is cheaper with a 0.68% expense ratio, compared with 1.52% for IPDP.

Which ETF pays a higher dividend yield, IPDP or QQQI?

QQQI has the higher dividend yield at 13.19%, compared with 0.00% for IPDP.

What is the main difference between IPDP and QQQI?

IPDP is categorized as Derivative Income, while QQQI is Nasdaq-100. They also come from different issuers: Innovative Portfolios and Neos. Their fees differ too: 1.52% for IPDP and 0.68% for QQQI.