iShares Core S&P/ASX 200 ETF
Price
A$36.45
YTD
+4.30%
Expense
0.05%
Yield
3.75%
🇦🇺 Australia
Best Australia ETFs 2026
The best Australia ETFs for investing in the Australian sharemarket. ASX 200, ASX 300, dividend, property, and commodity ETFs compared.
Best Australia ETFs for 2026
Australia offers a mature, well-regulated sharemarket with world-class companies in mining, banking, healthcare, and technology. These ETFs cover ASX-listed funds and US-listed options for Australian market exposure.
ASX 200 — The Core
The S&P/ASX 200 is Australia's benchmark index. IOZ (iShares, A$14.5B), VAS (Vanguard, ASX 300), A200 (BetaShares, cheapest at 0.04%), and STW (SPDR, Australia's oldest) are the main contenders.
Income Focus
Australian shares are globally renowned for high dividend yields plus franking credits. VHY delivers 5.5%+ gross yield with tax-effective franked dividends.
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Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF
Price
A$112.61
YTD
+4.50%
Expense
0.07%
Yield
3.70%
BetaShares Australia 200 ETF
Price
A$151.62
YTD
+4.20%
Expense
0.04%
Yield
3.82%
SPDR S&P/ASX 200 Fund
Price
A$81.25
YTD
+4.20%
Expense
0.05%
Yield
3.80%
iShares MSCI Australia ETF
Price
A$30.37
YTD
+8.95%
Expense
0.50%
Yield
3.65%
Franklin FTSE Australia ETF
Price
A$36.27
YTD
+7.50%
Expense
0.09%
Yield
3.80%
Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF
Price
A$85.95
YTD
+3.80%
Expense
0.25%
Yield
5.50%
Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF
Price
A$77.00
YTD
+5.20%
Expense
0.27%
Yield
2.80%
Frequently asked questions
What is the iShares Core S&P/ASX 200 ETF (IOZ)?
IOZ tracks the S&P/ASX 200 index, providing exposure to Australia's largest 200 companies. It has a YTD return of 4.3%, a yield of 3.75%, and an expense ratio of 0.05%.
Who manages IOZ?
IOZ is managed by BlackRock iShares.
What is the price of IOZ?
IOZ is priced at A$34.76.
What is the Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (VAS)?
VAS tracks the S&P/ASX 300, providing broader exposure to Australian equities with an additional 100 mid/small-cap stocks compared to ASX 200 funds. YTD return is 4.5%, yield 3.7%, expense ratio 0.07%.
Who manages VAS?
VAS is managed by Vanguard.
What is the price of VAS?
VAS is priced at A$106.24.
What is the BetaShares Australia 200 ETF (A200)?
A200 tracks the S&P/ASX 200 at the lowest management fee of 0.04% in Australia, offering a YTD return of 4.2% and yield of 3.82%.
Who manages A200?
A200 is managed by BetaShares.
What is the SPDR S&P/ASX 200 Fund (STW)?
STW tracks Australia's benchmark ASX 200 index covering the 200 largest companies. It has a YTD return of 4.2%, yield of 3.8%, and expense ratio of 0.05%.
Who manages STW?
STW is managed by State Street Global Advisors.
What is the iShares MSCI Australia ETF (EWA)?
EWA provides exposure to Australian equities with significant holdings in mining, banking, and healthcare sectors. It has a YTD return of 8.95%, yield of 3.65%, and expense ratio of 0.5%.
Who manages EWA?
EWA is managed by BlackRock.
What is the Franklin FTSE Australia ETF (FLAU)?
FLAU provides ultra-low-cost exposure to Australian equities across major sectors at just 0.09% expense ratio. YTD return is 7.5% with a yield of 3.8%.
Who manages FLAU?
FLAU is managed by Franklin Templeton.
What is the Vanguard Australian Shares High Yield ETF (VHY)?
VHY targets Australian companies with above-average dividend yields plus franking credits. YTD return is 3.8%, yield 5.5%, and expense ratio 0.25%.
Who manages VHY?
VHY is managed by Vanguard.
What is the Vanguard Diversified High Growth Index ETF (VDHG)?
VDHG is a one-fund solution with 90% equities (Australian + international) and 10% bonds. It has a YTD return of 5.2%, yield of 2.8%, and expense ratio 0.27%.
Who manages VDHG?
VDHG is managed by Vanguard.
Which Australian ETF is the cheapest option?
A200 is the cheapest Australian ETF with an expense ratio of just 0.04%.
Which ETF offers the highest income yield?
VHY provides the highest yield at 5.5% with franking credits for tax-effective income.
Which Australian ETF provides the broadest exposure?
VAS tracks the S&P/ASX 300, offering broader coverage than ASX 200 ETFs by including mid- and small-cap companies.