{"id":338822,"date":"2024-06-24T15:26:09","date_gmt":"2024-06-24T15:26:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/northern.finance\/bonus\/comparing-etfs-how-to-find-the-best-etfs-our-top-5-etfs\/"},"modified":"2026-07-08T12:00:21","modified_gmt":"2026-07-08T12:00:21","slug":"comparing-etfs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/etf\/comparing-etfs\/","title":{"rendered":"Comparing ETFs: How to find the best ETFs + our top 5 ETFs"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>The range of different ETFs on offer is currently wider than ever, so it\u2019s easy to lose track of them all! That\u2019s why we\u2019re showing you how to identify the best ETFs and compare them effectively, so you can achieve the highest returns. With our tips, comparing ETFs won\u2019t be such a struggle anymore.  <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group nf-info-boxen\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\">\n<p class=\"nf-boxen-p-gut-zu-wissen\"><strong>In brief:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul class=\"infobox-ul\">\n<li class=\"infobox-li\">On average, ETFs generate returns of between 7 and 8 per cent<\/li>\n<li class=\"infobox-li\">The range of ETFs is vast. There are over 10,000 ETFs worldwide (as of 2023) <\/li>\n<li class=\"infobox-li\">To find the ETF that\u2019s right for you, you need to take various factors into account; some of these aren\u2019t immediately obvious at first glance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ETF Overview: What makes this asset class so special<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This post is not intended to be an article for beginners<strong> <\/strong>However, if you haven\u2019t yet familiarised yourself sufficiently with this asset class, please feel free to read our blog articles on <a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/etf\/etfs-for-beginners\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"264197\">ETFs for beginners<\/a>, where you\u2019ll find all the key information on the subject. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ETFs are, in fact, among the most popular asset classes in the world. In recent years in particular, the number of ETFs under management worldwide has risen rapidly and steadily. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"903\" height=\"595\" src=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grafik-1-9-2-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-338870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grafik-1-9-2-1.png 903w, https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grafik-1-9-2-1-300x198.png 300w, https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Grafik-1-9-2-1-768x506.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 903px) 100vw, 903px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/de.statista.com\/statistik\/daten\/studie\/219379\/umfrage\/anzahl-der-etfs-weltweit-seit-1997\/#:~:text=Die%20Zusammensetzung%20des%20Fonds%20entspricht,weltweit%20etwa%2010.299%20ETFs%20verwaltet.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Statista<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This results in a wide range of options, from which you, as an investor, now have to choose. But where does this huge popularity come from, particularly in recent years? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Low costs \u2013 higher returns <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most appealing advantages of ETFs is their low costs. After all, ETFs are \u2018<strong>passively managed <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bundesfinanzministerium.de\/Content\/DE\/Standardartikel\/Video-Textfassungen\/Finanzisch\/textfassung-fonds.html\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.bundesfinanzministerium.de\/Content\/DE\/Standardartikel\/Video-Textfassungen\/Finanzisch\/textfassung-fonds.html\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">funds<\/a><\/strong>\u2019.  This means that no human intervention is required for the ETF to invest and trade. It automatically tracks various indices, such as the DAX or the MSCI World.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unlike <strong>actively managed funds<\/strong>, there is therefore no fund manager to monitor and adjust investment decisions. As this management fee is no longer payable, there are often no significant costs left to pay. Here\u2019s a look at the other fees you should be aware of:  <br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Cost type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cost centre<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Transaction costs<\/td><td>Buying and selling fees \/ Custody account management fees<\/td><td>Custodian bank<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Total Expense Ratio (TER)<\/td><td>These include administrative fees, the marketing budget and licence fees for the index<\/td><td>ETF providers<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Spread &amp; exchange fees<\/td><td>Difference between the bid and ask prices<\/td><td>Stock exchange<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With most providers and brokers, you can set up free ETF savings plans or pay only low transaction fees of \u20ac1\u2013\u20ac2 per trade. However, this varies from broker to broker. Further down in this article, we\u2019ll explain in detail what you need to look out for with the various brokers.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to their low costs, <a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/etf\/etf-returns\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"252069\">ETFs generally offer high returns<\/a>. On average, these stand at <strong>7\u20138 per cent<\/strong>, far outperforming actively managed funds. This return is particularly important in times of <strong>rising inflation<\/strong> and the resulting loss of <strong>real purchasing power<\/strong>.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If high dividend yields are important to you, then I\u2019d recommend our article on the <a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/etf\/the-10-best-dividend\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5503\">best dividend ETFs<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group nf-info-boxen-blau\"> \n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container\"> <p class=\"nf-boxen-p-lesetipp\"><strong>Good to know: <\/strong><\/p> \n<p class=\"nf-boxen-p\">If you\u2019re unsure about the costs involved before buying an ETF: Before every purchase, your broker must provide you with two documents: the Key Information Document and the Cost Information Sheet. These set out all the key costs you can expect to incur (some of which are estimates based on future price trends). This way, you can check whether the costs meet your expectations before completing the purchase.   <\/p> \n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to choose the best ETF for you<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Now you know what makes ETFs such a special asset class. We\u2019ve already covered the key features, so you should now have a good grasp of the subject. In the following section, we\u2019ll provide you with the key figures and metrics you can use to distinguish between \u2018good\u2019 and \u2018bad\u2019 ETFs.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please note that the figures given should not be the only factors influencing your decision. You should look into several ETFs and choose the one that best suits your personal circumstances.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Subjective criteria for comparing ETFs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re now going to show you exactly what matters when choosing ETFs. Depending on your investment objective or type of investment, these criteria will be of varying importance to you. We\u2019ve also used the following points to compile our ETF rankings:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Whether the ETF is suitable for a savings plan<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, you\u2019ll need to decide whether you want to invest your money via a savings plan or as a one-off investment. If you opt for the savings plan option, you must check with your <strong>broker <\/strong>to see which ETFs are eligible for a savings plan and which aren\u2019t. This could have a significant impact on your decision.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Allocation of profits<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As mentioned earlier, you should bear in mind whether the ETFs you are comparing are <strong>accumulation<\/strong>-type or <strong>distribution<\/strong>-type. An accumulation-type ETF makes sense particularly for long-term investments and <strong>retirement planning<\/strong>, whilst a distribution-type ETF is generally the better choice if your aim is to generate passive income. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. The ETF\u2019s focus<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every ETF is focused on a specific theme or objective. The best-known ETF is probably the MSCI World. It comprises the world\u2019s most successful companies and is intended to be a \u201c<strong>reflection of the global economy<\/strong>\u201d. To this end, the ETF is invested across a wide variety of countries and sectors.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition, there are so-called \u201c<strong>thematic ETFs<\/strong>\u201d, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/etf\/hydrogen-etf-high-risk-or-high-yield\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"248106\">hydrogen ETFs<\/a>, which only include companies and assets from that particular sector or niche. This allows you to invest specifically in your preferred sectors, where you expect above-average returns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<iframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Il-gp_X2r2M?si=3sFBN2aMQgh6JOwc\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Replication method<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One evaluation criterion that is often overlooked is whether your ETF uses <strong>synthetic or physical replication<\/strong>. With synthetic replication, the index is tracked through a swap arrangement with a financial institution, which guarantees the ETF provider that it will deliver the specified return. With physical replication, on the other hand, the ETF actually invests in the securities that make up the index.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. ETF providers<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">ETFs are offered by various major banks and fund management companies. When it comes to choosing one, it probably comes down to your personal preference: Which provider do you feel most comfortable with? Which one\u2019s public image do you like best? Have you ever heard anything negative about certain companies? Here, too, you can compare ETFs and choose the one that suits you best.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Objective criteria for comparing ETFs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Objective comparison criteria are just as important. After all, you don\u2019t want to invest in overpriced or inefficient ETFs. Here, too, we\u2019ve summarised the key points for you:  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Low ongoing costs (TER)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/etf\/total-expense-ratio-ter\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"264388\">ETF TER <\/a>indicates your annual running costs as a percentage. These can vary from one ETF to another. You should always ensure that they do not exceed a reasonable limit. Typical figures range from <strong>0.05% to 0.8%.<\/strong> You can find the TER in the fee schedule or via your broker.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Fund assets<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fund\u2019s assets under management determine the ETF\u2019s viability. If the assets under management remain too low over the long term, the fund management company may liquidate your chosen ETF. Make sure that your chosen fund has a <strong>minimum asset under management of 100 million euros.<\/strong>   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Fund age<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make a sensible assessment, you should ensure that your <strong>ETF has been trading for more than a year<\/strong> \u2013 or, better still, for 3 to 5 years. This will enable you to make an informed judgement about the fund\u2019s profitability. Some newer ETFs also run the risk of being closed down again.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"475\" src=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Auswahlkriterien-1024x475.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-338876\" srcset=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Auswahlkriterien-1024x475.png 1024w, https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Auswahlkriterien-300x139.png 300w, https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Auswahlkriterien-768x356.png 768w, https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Auswahlkriterien-1536x712.png 1536w, https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Auswahlkriterien-2048x949.png 2048w, https:\/\/northern.finance\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Auswahlkriterien.png 2160w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A comparison of our top 5 ETFs <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re now going to introduce you to five ETFs, all of which have been assessed and compared against the criteria listed above. Our selection is intended solely to serve as inspiration. We\u2019ve focused on the ETFs that have delivered the best performance in recent years.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Name<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Savings plan<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Allocation of profits<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Replication method<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>providers<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>TER<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Volume<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Age<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Performance over the last 5 years<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Invesco Technology S&amp;P US Select Sector UCITS ETF Acc<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Acc<\/td><td>Synthetic<\/td><td>Invesco Investment Mangement<\/td><td>0,14 %<\/td><td>$854.598.542<\/td><td>2009<\/td><td>+143,9 %<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>iShares S&amp;P 500 Information Technology Sector UCITS ETF USD (Acc)<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Acc<\/td><td>Physical<\/td><td>BlackRock Asset Management<\/td><td>0,24%<\/td><td>$6.792.895.935<\/td><td>2015<\/td><td>+235 %<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>iShares Edge MSCI USA Multifactor UCITS ETF<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Acc<\/td><td>Physical<\/td><td>BlackRock Asset Management<\/td><td>0,35%<\/td><td>$78.517.324<\/td><td>2015<\/td><td>+ 74,52 %<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Xtrackers MSCI World Momentum UE 1C<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Acc<\/td><td>Physical<\/td><td>DWS Investment<\/td><td>0,25 %<\/td><td>$1.213.513.090<\/td><td>2014<\/td><td>+ 88,9 %<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>iShares Edge MSCI World Momentum Factor UCITS ETF USD (Acc)<\/td><td>Yes<\/td><td>Acc<\/td><td>Physical<\/td><td>BlackRock Asset Management<\/td><td>0,30%<\/td><td>$1.800.027.178<\/td><td>2014<\/td><td>+ 88,2 %<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">As at June 2024<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">ETF savings plan<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You\u2019re probably already aware of what an ETF savings plan is and how it works. As well as larger one-off investments, a savings plan can offer further benefits: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You take advantage of the ETF\u2019s <strong>price fluctuations<\/strong>: invest automatically, regardless of whether the price rises or falls. This way, you capitalise on both price dips and rises, thereby achieving an average return of 7\u20138%.  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You take your emotions out of the equation: by using an automated savings plan, you\u2019re not trying to time the market. After all, at the end of the day, very few people manage to do that. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It all comes down to choosing the right broker<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This comparison is not a substitute for our comprehensive ETF portfolio comparison. Nevertheless, we would like to compare the three cheapest neobrokers (<a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/review\/scalable-capital-vs-trade-republic\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"242400\">Scalable Capital vs. Trade Republic<\/a> vs. Freedom24) for you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><\/td><td><strong>Freedom 24<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Scalable Capital<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Trade Republic<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Portfolio management<\/td><td>free of charge<\/td><td>free of charge<\/td><td>free of charge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Order charges<\/td><td>\u20ac2 + \u20ac0,02 (per share)<\/td><td>Gettext \u20ac0,99; <br>XETRA \u20ac3,99 <br>0,01% (min. \u20ac1,50)<\/td><td>LS Exchange 1\u20ac<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>ETFs and share savings plans<\/td><td>not possible<\/td><td>free of charge<\/td><td>free of charge<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of shares<\/td><td>40.000<\/td><td>8.000<\/td><td>9.000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of ETFs<\/td><td>1.500<\/td><td>2.500<\/td><td>2.400<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number of ETF savings plans<\/td><td>0<\/td><td>2.500<\/td><td>1.900<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Starting bonus<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/lp.freedom24.com\/en\/northernfinance?utm_source=circlewise&amp;utm_medium=affiliates&amp;utm_campaign=mc_circlewise_s4ewnw_jxj5l2&amp;s_id=dd72bff0-8299-4669-ac16-7c53649c839b&amp;tmt_data=dd72bff0-8299-4669-ac16-7c53649c839b&amp;tmt_ufp=779fca1c4dd36826b12d688e5b9544eed36217cfced967bba7db6967fe3dfab9&amp;tmt_offer_sid=v9d8b3\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/lp.freedom24.com\/en\/northernfinance?utm_source=circlewise&amp;utm_medium=affiliates&amp;utm_campaign=mc_circlewise_s4ewnw_jxj5l2&amp;s_id=dd72bff0-8299-4669-ac16-7c53649c839b&amp;tmt_data=dd72bff0-8299-4669-ac16-7c53649c839b&amp;tmt_ufp=779fca1c4dd36826b12d688e5b9544eed36217cfced967bba7db6967fe3dfab9&amp;tmt_offer_sid=v9d8b3\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Freedom24 Bonus<\/strong><br><\/a>Free shares worth \u20ac79 \u2013 \u20ac529 (until 30 April 2026)<\/td><td>No bonus available at present<\/td><td>No bonus available at present<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Review<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/review\/freedom24\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/review\/freedom24\/\">Review Fredoom 24<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/review\/scalable-capital\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/review\/scalable-capital\/\">Review Scalable Capital<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/review\/freedom24\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/review\/freedom24\/\">Review Trade Republic<\/a> <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Which of the three brokers you ultimately choose depends on your preferences. Personally, I prefer Freedom24 because this broker offers me the widest selection of trading venues at very low costs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Conclusion: ETFs promise high returns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your portfolio hasn\u2019t been performing as well as you\u2019d hoped so far, you should review your strategy or your choice of ETFs. By selecting them carefully and using the right comparison criteria, you can find out a great deal about the different ETFs, compare individual ETFs and choose the ones that best suit your investment strategy. After all, it\u2019s this interplay that matters in the end. Your assets must be in line with your investment strategy!    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Still want more? Find out all about the <a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/en\/etf\/10-best-etfs-for-the-future\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"237207\">10 best ETFs<\/a> or get more <a href=\"https:\/\/northern.finance\/investieren-lernen\/etf-tipps\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"254755\">ETF tips<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQ \u2013 Frequently asked questions about comparing ETFs<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq uagb-faq__outer-wrap uagb-block-5d1d9b31 uagb-faq-icon-row uagb-faq-layout-accordion uagb-faq-expand-first-true uagb-faq-inactive-other-true uagb-faq__wrap uagb-buttons-layout-wrap uagb-faq-equal-height     \" data-faqtoggle=\"true\" role=\"tablist\"><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-f2d3ea38 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Should I compare ETFs?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>Absolutely! Comparing different ETFs is essential for a sound investment strategy. It\u2019s the only way to get a complete picture of whether the ETF fits your investment strategy.   <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-296b412d \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>What criteria should I look out for when comparing them?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>There are two different categories you should bear in mind. Firstly, the <strong>subjective comparison criteria<\/strong> (does the ETF align with my values?) and, secondly, the <strong>objective comparison criteria<\/strong> (the ETF\u2019s total expense ratio, fund assets under management). <\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-uagb-faq-child uagb-faq-child__outer-wrap uagb-faq-item uagb-block-c1d2a5d4 \" role=\"tab\" tabindex=\"0\"><div class=\"uagb-faq-questions-button uagb-faq-questions\">\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M432 256c0 17.69-14.33 32.01-32 32.01H256v144c0 17.69-14.33 31.99-32 31.99s-32-14.3-32-31.99v-144H48c-17.67 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.33-31.99 32-31.99H192v-144c0-17.69 14.33-32.01 32-32.01s32 14.32 32 32.01v144h144C417.7 224 432 238.3 432 256z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-icon-active uagb-faq-icon-wrap\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 448 512\"><path d=\"M400 288h-352c-17.69 0-32-14.32-32-32.01s14.31-31.99 32-31.99h352c17.69 0 32 14.3 32 31.99S417.7 288 400 288z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"uagb-question\"><strong>Which is the best ETF?<\/strong><\/span><\/div><div class=\"uagb-faq-content\"><p>There\u2019s no one-size-fits-all answer to that \u2013 it depends on your investment plan and your personal preferences!<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The range of different ETFs on offer is currently wider than ever, so it\u2019s easy to lose track of them all! That\u2019s why we\u2019re showing you how to identify the best ETFs and compare them effectively, so you can achieve the highest returns. With our tips, comparing ETFs won\u2019t be such a struggle anymore. 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