QDVO vs RYLD: Which Covered Call ETF Is Better?

QDVO and RYLD are both covered call ETFs tracking the same benchmark, but with different approaches. QDVO offers ~5.8% yield with a focus on growth investors who want some income without fully sacrificing upside participation, while RYLD provides ~12% yield targeting investor seeking small cap diversification with income overlay. Compare their scores, yields, and performance metrics to find the best fit for your portfolio.

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QDVO

Amplify CWP Growth & Income ETF

RussellInception: Jan 1, 2022

7.5

Overall Score

RYLD

Global X Russell 2000 Covered Call ETF

RussellInception: Apr 17, 2019

5.8

Overall Score

CriteriaQDVORYLD
Overall Score
7.5
5.8
Total Return (25%)
10.0
4.3
Downside Protection (25%)
5.0
8.1
Upside Participation (25%)
10.0
5.6
Consistency (15%)
4.5
4.9
Expense Ratio (5%)
5.6
5.0
Liquidity (5%)
5.9
6.2
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Key Metrics

MetricQDVORYLD
Expense Ratio0.550%0.600%
Inception DateJan 1, 2022Apr 17, 2019
IssuerAmplifyGlobal X
Distribution FrequencyMonthlyMonthly
Maturity Rating3/5 stars4/5 stars

Verdicts

QDVO

The aggressive sibling of DIVO. Higher risk, higher upside potential. Not for conservative income investors.

Investor Profile:

Growth investors who want some income without fully sacrificing upside participation

RYLD

Niche but useful for diversification — RYLD is the only way to get small cap income overlay in a liquid ETF

Investor Profile:

Investor seeking small cap diversification with income overlay

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