JEPQ and IQQQ are both covered call ETFs tracking the same benchmark, but with different approaches. JEPQ offers ~10.5% yield with a focus on investor seeking tech exposure with income, moderate volatility tolerance, while IQQQ provides ~9.1% yield targeting income investors seeking nasdaq-100 exposure with daily covered call overlay and tax efficiency. Compare their scores, yields, and performance metrics to find the best fit for your portfolio.
Compare covered call ETFs with the same benchmark side by side
JPMorgan Nasdaq Equity Premium Income ETF
6.0
Overall Score
ProShares Nasdaq-100 High Income ETF
5.7
Overall Score
| Criteria | JEPQ | IQQQ |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 6.0 5.7 | |
| Total Return (25%) | 6.3 8.0 | |
| Downside Protection (25%) | 4.1 0.3 | |
| Upside Participation (25%) | 7.4 8.9 | |
| Consistency (15%) | 4.9 5.9 | |
| Expense Ratio (5%) | 8.1 5.6 | |
| Liquidity (5%) | 8.3 5.4 |
Since Inception
3 Years
Pro only
1 Year
Pro only
3 Months
Pro only
| Metric | JEPQ | IQQQ |
|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.350% | 0.550% |
| Inception Date | May 3, 2022 | Jan 1, 2022 |
| Issuer | JPMorgan | ProShares |
| Distribution Frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Maturity Rating | 3/5 stars | 3/5 stars |
The best income/growth compromise in the Nasdaq covered call segment
Investor Profile:
Investor seeking tech exposure with income, moderate volatility tolerance
Solid but faces stiff competition from QQQI. Tax efficiency is its main differentiator.
Investor Profile:
Income investors seeking Nasdaq-100 exposure with daily covered call overlay and tax efficiency