QSIX vs. IPDP

Last updated Jun 4, 2026

QSIX (Pacer Metarus Nasdaq 100 Dividend Multiplier 600 ETF) and IPDP (Dividend Performers ETF) are both exchange-traded funds - QSIX is a Nasdaq-100 fund tracking the Nasdaq-100 Index, while IPDP is a Derivative Income fund actively managed by Innovative Portfolios. QSIX is passively managed, while IPDP is actively managed. QSIX charges 0.60%/yr vs 1.52%/yr for IPDP.

Performance

QSIX vs. IPDP - Performance Comparison

The chart below illustrates the hypothetical performance of a $10,000 investment in Pacer Metarus Nasdaq 100 Dividend Multiplier 600 ETF (QSIX) and Dividend Performers ETF (IPDP). The values are adjusted to include any dividend payments, if applicable.

Returns By Period

QSIX

• 1D: -0.28%
• 1M: 10.29%
• YTD: 19.69%
• 6M: 18.14%
• 1Y: 38.17%
• 3Y*: —
• 5Y*: —
• 10Y*: —

IPDP

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

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

QSIX vs. IPDP - Yearly Performance Comparison

	2026 (YTD)
QSIX Pacer Metarus Nasdaq 100 Dividend Multiplier 600 ETF	20.36%
IPDP Dividend Performers ETF	0.00%

Return for Risk

QSIX vs. IPDP — Risk / Return Rank

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

QSIX

QSIX Risk / Return Rank: 75
QSIX Sharpe Ratio Rank: 81
QSIX Sortino Ratio Rank: 77
QSIX Omega Ratio Rank: 76
QSIX Calmar Ratio Rank: 70
QSIX Martin Ratio Rank: 73

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.

QSIX vs. IPDP - Risk-Adjusted Trends Comparison

This table presents a comparison of risk-adjusted performance metrics for Pacer Metarus Nasdaq 100 Dividend Multiplier 600 ETF (QSIX) and Dividend Performers ETF (IPDP). 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.

	QSIX	IPDP	Difference
Sharpe ratio: Return per unit of total volatility	2.61	—	—
Sortino ratio: Return per unit of downside risk	3.45	—	—
Omega ratio: Gain probability vs. loss probability	1.45	—	—
Calmar ratio: Return relative to maximum drawdown	3.47	—	—
Martin ratio: Return relative to average drawdown	13.62	—	—
Data is calculated on a 1-year rolling basis and updated daily. The trend shows the change in the indicator over the past month.

Sharpe Ratios by Period

	QSIX	IPDP	Difference
Sharpe Ratio (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	2.61	—	—
Sharpe Ratio (All Time) Calculated using the full available price history	1.39	—	—

Drawdowns

QSIX vs. IPDP - Drawdown Comparison

The maximum QSIX drawdown since its inception was -20.72%, which is greater than IPDP's maximum drawdown of 0.00%. Use the drawdown chart below to compare losses from any high point for QSIX and IPDP.

Drawdown Indicators

	QSIX	IPDP	Difference
Max Drawdown Largest peak-to-trough decline	-20.72%	0.00%	-20.72%
Max Drawdown (1Y) Largest decline over 1 year	-11.05%	—	—
Current Drawdown Current decline from peak	-0.28%	0.00%	-0.28%
Average Drawdown Average peak-to-trough decline	-3.06%	0.00%	-3.06%
Ulcer Index Depth and duration of drawdowns from previous peaks	2.81%	—	—

Volatility

Volatility by Period

	QSIX	IPDP	Difference
Volatility (1M) Calculated over the trailing 1-month period	4.09%	—	—
Volatility (6M) Calculated over the trailing 6-month period	11.24%	—	—
Volatility (1Y) Calculated over the trailing 1-year period	14.72%	0.00%	+14.72%
Volatility (5Y) Calculated over the trailing 5-year period, annualized	19.18%	0.00%	+19.18%
Volatility (10Y) Calculated over the trailing 10-year period, annualized	19.18%	0.00%	+19.18%

QSIX vs. IPDP - Expense Ratio Comparison

QSIX has a 0.60% expense ratio, which is lower than IPDP's 1.52% expense ratio.

Dividends

QSIX vs. IPDP - Dividend Comparison

QSIX's dividend yield for the trailing twelve months is around 3.82%, while IPDP has not paid dividends to shareholders.

Position	TTM	2025	2024
IPDP Dividend Performers ETF	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
QSIX Pacer Metarus Nasdaq 100 Dividend Multiplier 600 ETF	3.82%	4.02%	1.07%

Frequently Asked Questions

Which ETF is better, QSIX or IPDP?

On fees, QSIX is cheaper at 0.60% per year. The better choice depends on whether you care most about return, fees, risk, or income.

Which ETF is cheaper, QSIX or IPDP?

QSIX is cheaper with a 0.60% expense ratio, compared with 1.52% for IPDP.

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

QSIX has the higher dividend yield at 3.82%, compared with 0.00% for IPDP.

What is the main difference between QSIX and IPDP?

QSIX is categorized as Nasdaq-100, while IPDP is Derivative Income. They also come from different issuers: Pacer and Innovative Portfolios. Their fees differ too: 0.60% for QSIX and 1.52% for IPDP.