XYLG and ISPY are both covered call ETFs tracking the same benchmark, but with different approaches. XYLG offers ~5% yield with a focus on growth-oriented investor wanting modest income without sacrificing too much upside, 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
Global X S&P 500 Covered Call & Growth ETF
6.3
Overall Score
ProShares S&P 500 High Income ETF
5.6
Overall Score
| Criteria | XYLG | ISPY |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 6.3 5.6 | |
| Total Return (25%) | 7.3 8.0 | |
| Downside Protection (25%) | 4.8 — | |
| Upside Participation (25%) | 7.8 9.0 | |
| Consistency (15%) | 5.0 5.3 | |
| Expense Ratio (5%) | 5.0 5.6 | |
| Liquidity (5%) | 6.3 5.7 |
Since Inception
3 Years
Pro only
1 Year
Pro only
3 Months
Pro only
| Metric | XYLG | ISPY |
|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.600% | 0.550% |
| Inception Date | Oct 5, 2020 | Mar 22, 2023 |
| Issuer | Global X | ProShares |
| Distribution Frequency | Monthly | Monthly |
| Maturity Rating | 4/5 stars | 2/5 stars |
The bridge between pure equity and covered call — useful for investors not ready to fully commit to income strategy
Investor Profile:
Growth-oriented investor wanting modest income without sacrificing too much upside
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
Both funds are scored on total return, downside protection, upside participation, distribution consistency, cost and liquidity, against the same benchmark and the same window.
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