SPYI and ISPY are both covered call ETFs tracking the same benchmark, but with different approaches. SPYI offers ~11.7% yield with a focus on investor in taxable accounts seeking tax-efficient income, while ISPY provides ~10% yield targeting yield-focused investor accepting minimal downside protection. 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
NEOS S&P 500 High Income ETF
6.1
Overall Score
ProShares S&P 500 High Income ETF
5.5
Overall Score
| Criteria | SPYI | ISPY |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 6.1 5.5 | |
| Total Return (25%) | 6.9 7.8 | |
| Downside Protection (25%) | 5.3 — | |
| Upside Participation (25%) | 7.4 9.2 | |
| Consistency (15%) | 4.3 4.3 | |
| Expense Ratio (5%) | 4.0 5.6 | |
| Liquidity (5%) | 7.4 5.7 |
Since Inception
3 Years
Pro only
1 Year
Pro only
3 Months
Pro only
| Metric | SPYI | ISPY |
|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.680% | 0.550% |
| Inception Date | Aug 30, 2022 | Mar 22, 2023 |
| Issuer | NEOS | ProShares |
| Distribution Frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Maturity Rating | 3/5 stars | 2/5 stars |
The optimal choice for taxable accounts — the Section 1256 tax advantage is underappreciated by the market
Investor Profile:
Investor in taxable accounts seeking tax-efficient income
High yield but zero downside protection is a significant red flag — not suitable as a defensive holding
Investor Profile:
Yield-focused investor accepting minimal downside protection