Best Of
Best Weekly Dividend ETFs in 2026
ETFs that distribute income every week for maximum cash flow frequency.
Data updated May 2026 · 30 ETFs
Who this page is for
Best for
- Active income investors who prefer weekly cash flow over capital appreciation
- Retirees using distributions to cover regular, ongoing expenses
- Satellite positions in a diversified portfolio, not a core holding
Not a fit for
- Buy-and-hold investors prioritizing long-term total return
- Tax-sensitive accounts — frequent option-premium distributions complicate tax reporting
- Investors uncomfortable with capped upside and potential NAV erosion in strong rallies
Analysis
The weekly dividend ETF category is dominated by options-income strategies — primarily synthetic covered calls and zero-days-to-expiration (0DTE) approaches — designed to generate high-frequency income distributions. Among the funds shown above, Roundhill Investments and YieldMax are the standout issuers, with other players including Nicholas Wealth Management, Defiance ETFs, and GraniteShares rounding out the competitive landscape across all 30 funds in the category. The space has seen significant product proliferation, with single-stock option income strategies tied to names like NVDA, TSLA, MSTR, COIN, and PLTR becoming increasingly common.
- MAGS leads the funds shown above in AUM at $4.7B — more than three times the next largest fund — while also carrying one of the lowest expense ratios at 0.30%, a notable cost advantage versus the 1.00% category average.
- CONY, MAGS, and MSTY all report yields above 75% among the top 10 here, reflecting the extreme income potential — and volatility — of single-asset options strategies tied to high-beta underlyings like Coinbase and MicroStrategy.
- ULTY carries the highest expense ratio among the top 10 here at 1.30% while targeting a broad basket of option income ETFs, making cost drag a meaningful consideration relative to its 66.17% yield.
- QDTE, with a yield of 22.14%, stands out as the most conservative income profile in the top 10 here, using a QQQ-linked 0DTE covered call structure.
- YieldMax accounts for seven of the top 10 funds shown above by AUM, reflecting significant issuer concentration within the category.
Investors should carefully evaluate the sustainability of these elevated yields, as options-income strategies can experience meaningful NAV erosion over time, particularly when tied to volatile single-stock underlyings. Distribution rates often reflect option premiums rather than earnings, and yields can fluctuate significantly with changes in implied volatility. The high average yield of 49.27% across the category warrants scrutiny of total return — not income alone.
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Top picks
Top 3 weekly dividend ETFs by assets under management.
Yield distribution
Expense ratio distribution
Income projection
Estimated annual, monthly, and weekly income based on the average yield of 49.27% across these 30 ETFs. For illustration only—actual income will vary.
| Investment | Annual income | Monthly income | Weekly income |
|---|---|---|---|
| $10,000 | $4,927 | $411 | $95 |
| $25,000 | $12,317 | $1,026 | $237 |
| $50,000 | $24,634 | $2,053 | $474 |
| $100,000 | $49,267 | $4,106 | $947 |
Issuer breakdown
Distribution of ETFs by fund issuer. Larger issuers often offer lower expense ratios and higher liquidity.
All 30 ETFs
| Ticker | Name | Issuer | Yield | Expense ratio | AUM | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAGS | Roundhill MAGS WeeklyPay ETF | Roundhill Investments | 75.63% | 0.30% | $4.7B | Weekly |
| NVDY | YieldMax NVDA Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 49.97% | 1.09% | $1.4B | Weekly |
| MSTY | YieldMax MSTR Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 75.34% | 1.03% | $1.2B | Weekly |
| ULTY | YieldMax Ultra Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 66.17% | 1.30% | $855M | Weekly |
| TSLY | YieldMax TSLA Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 49.34% | 1.07% | $837M | Weekly |
| QDTE | Roundhill QDTE QQQ ODTE Covered Call Strategy | Roundhill Investments | 22.14% | 0.96% | $828M | Weekly |
| CHPY | YieldMax Semiconductor Portfolio Option Income ETF | YieldMax | 41.68% | 1.03% | $623M | Weekly |
| CONY | YieldMax COIN Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 75.87% | 1.04% | $397M | Weekly |
| YMAX | YieldMax Universe Fund of Option Income ETFs | YieldMax | 59.37% | 1.33% | $390M | Weekly |
| PLTY | YieldMax PLTR Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 55.91% | 1.07% | $348M | Weekly |
| YMAG | Tidal Trust II - YieldMax Magnificent 7 Fund of Option Income ETFs | YieldMax | 44.59% | 1.34% | $316M | Weekly |
| XDTE | Roundhill ETF Trust - Roundhill S&P 500 0DTE Covered Call | Roundhill Investments | 19.81% | 0.97% | $288M | Weekly |
| GDXY | YieldMax Gold Miners Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 65.36% | 1.00% | $283M | Weekly |
| GOOY | YieldMax GOOGL Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 35.68% | 1.14% | $268M | Weekly |
| BLOX | Tidal Trust II - Nicholas Crypto Income ETF | Nicholas Wealth Management | 33.18% | 0.99% | $268M | Weekly |
| AMZY | YieldMax AMZN Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 63.52% | 1.09% | $250M | Weekly |
| AMDY | YieldMax AMD Option Income Strategy ETF | YieldMax | 90.00% | 1.00% | $235M | Weekly |
| WPAY | Roundhill S&P 500 WeeklyPay ETF | Roundhill Investments | 43.99% | 0.99% | $183M | Weekly |
| QQQY | Defiance Nasdaq 100 Enhanced Income ETF | Defiance ETFs | 30.00% | 1.01% | $173M | Weekly |
| WEEK | Roundhill Weekly U.S. Treasury ETF | Roundhill Investments | 3.43% | 0.19% | $171M | Weekly |
| RDTE | Roundhill RDTE Russell 2000 0DTE Covered Call Strategy | Roundhill Investments | 32.12% | 0.97% | $160M | Weekly |
| YBTC | Roundhill Bitcoin Covered Call Strategy ETF | Roundhill Investments | 35.96% | 0.95% | $158M | Weekly |
| TSLW | Roundhill TSLA WeeklyPay ETF | Roundhill Investments | 38.24% | 0.99% | $158M | Weekly |
| MAGY | Roundhill Magnificent Seven WeeklyPay ETF | Roundhill Investments | 28.70% | 0.99% | $155M | Weekly |
| SPYT | Defiance S&P 500 Income Target ETF | Defiance ETFs | 20.00% | 0.92% | $149M | Weekly |
| NVDW | Roundhill NVDA WeeklyPay ETF | Roundhill Investments | 52.15% | 0.99% | $137M | Weekly |
| PLTW | Roundhill PLTR WeeklyPay ETF | Roundhill Investments | 64.44% | 0.99% | $134M | Weekly |
| TSYY | GraniteShares YieldBOOST TSLA ETF | GraniteShares | 83.40% | 1.15% | $126M | Weekly |
| LFGY | YieldMax Crypto Industry & Tech Portfolio Option Income ETF | YieldMax | 53.35% | 1.02% | $125M | Weekly |
| HOOW | Roundhill HOOD WeeklyPay ETF | Roundhill Investments | 68.68% | 0.99% | $113M | Weekly |
Frequently asked questions
What are the best weekly dividend ETFs?
This page lists the top 30 ETFs in this category ranked by key metrics. The list includes funds from issuers like Roundhill Investments, YieldMax 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 May 2026.
What is the average yield of these ETFs?
The average distribution yield across the 30 ETFs on this list is 49.27%. Individual yields range from 68.68% to 75.63%.
How do weekly dividend ETFs generate income so frequently?
Most weekly payers use options overlay strategies, selling short-dated covered calls or cash-secured puts that expire weekly. The premiums collected from these options are distributed as income to shareholders.
Are weekly dividends better than monthly?
Not necessarily. Weekly distributions offer slightly faster compounding and smoother cash flow, but the difference is marginal. The more important factors are total return, expense ratio, and distribution sustainability.
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