Best Of
Best Quantum Computing ETFs in 2026
ETFs targeting the emerging quantum computing industry — from pure-play startups to enabling hardware.
Data updated July 2026 · 8 ETFs
Who this page is for
Best for
- Aggressive growth investors wanting diversified exposure to a frontier technology
- Long-horizon holders who can wait years for the industry to mature
- Investors who prefer a basket over betting on a single quantum startup
Not a fit for
- Income investors — quantum ETFs pay little to nothing
- Anyone who needs stability; pure-play quantum stocks are extremely volatile
- Investors expecting a pure quantum bet — broad funds dilute it with large enabling-tech names
Analysis
Quantum computing ETFs give investors a way to participate in one of technology's most speculative frontiers without staking everything on a single startup. The catch is that the pure-play quantum universe is tiny and pre-revenue, so most "quantum" ETFs blend a handful of true quantum names (IonQ, Rigetti, D-Wave) with much larger enabling-technology companies — chipmakers, cloud providers, and defense contractors funding quantum research. That diversification cushions the volatility of the small pure-plays but also dilutes the theme: a broad quantum ETF may behave more like a tech-and-semiconductor fund than a direct quantum wager. Read the holdings carefully to understand how concentrated a given fund really is. These are long-horizon, high-risk positions — the commercial payoff from quantum computing is likely years away, and the road there will be volatile. Size accordingly.
Top picks
Top quantum computing ETFs by assets under management.
Yield distribution
Expense ratio distribution
Income projection
Estimated annual, monthly, and weekly income based on the average yield of 37.83% across these 8 ETFs. For illustration only—actual income will vary.
| Investment | Annual income | Monthly income | Weekly income |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $3,783 | $315 | $73 |
| $25,000 | $9,458 | $788 | $182 |
| $50,000 | $18,917 | $1,576 | $364 |
| $100,000 | $37,834 | $3,153 | $728 |
Issuer breakdown
Distribution of ETFs by fund issuer. Larger issuers often offer lower expense ratios and higher liquidity.
All 8 ETFs
| Ticker | Name | Issuer | Yield | Expense ratio | AUM | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| QTUM | Defiance Quantum ETF | Defiance ETFs | 0.70% | 0.40% | $6.0B | Quarterly |
| WQTM | WisdomTree Quantum Computing Fund | WisdomTree | — | 0.45% | $279M | None |
| CHPX | Global X AI Semiconductor & Quantum ETF | Global X | 0.13% | 0.50% | $243M | — |
| QPUX | Defiance 2X Daily Long Pure Quantum ETF | Defiance ETFs | — | 1.29% | $44M | Monthly |
| CQTM | Corgi Quantum Computing ETF | Corgi Strategies | — | 0.35% | $16M | None |
| IOYY | GraniteShares YieldBOOST IONQ ETF | GraniteShares | 100.33% | 1.07% | $7M | Weekly |
| RGYY | GraniteShares YieldBOOST RGYY ETF | GraniteShares | 100.62% | 1.07% | $2M | Weekly |
| QBY | GraniteShares YieldBOOST QBY ETF | GraniteShares | 100.89% | 1.07% | $2M | Weekly |
Frequently asked questions
What are the best quantum computing ETFs?
This page lists the top 8 ETFs in this category ranked by key metrics. The list includes funds from issuers like Defiance ETFs, WisdomTree, Global X, Corgi Strategies and more.
How often is this list updated?
The data on this page is refreshed regularly using the latest available distribution rates, expense ratios, and AUM figures. Last updated July 2026.
What is the average yield of these ETFs?
The average distribution yield across the 8 ETFs on this list is 37.83%. Individual yields range from 100.89% to 0.70%.
What is a quantum computing ETF?
It is a thematic ETF that invests in companies developing quantum computing — both small pure-play firms building quantum hardware and larger technology companies funding quantum research. QTUM is the largest and longest-running example.
Are quantum ETFs a pure bet on quantum computing?
Rarely. Because the pure-play quantum universe is small and unprofitable, most quantum ETFs hold a majority of enabling-technology names — semiconductors, cloud, and defense — alongside the true quantum stocks. Check the top holdings to see how direct the exposure actually is.
Are quantum computing ETFs risky?
Yes, among the highest-risk thematic funds available. The core quantum companies are early-stage and mostly pre-revenue, and the commercial timeline stretches years out. Expect large drawdowns and treat any position as a small, long-horizon satellite holding.
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