Vanguard High Dividend Yield Index Fund ETF Shares (VYM) takes the lead with a stronger overall profile.
Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) and Vanguard High Dividend Yield Index Fund ETF Shares (VYM) are popular ETFs that investors frequently compare. This analysis compares them head-to-head across cost, income, quality, and performance metrics using FluentBoost’s fund analysis methodology.
💰 Cost & Structure
| Metric | SCHD | VYM | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expense Ratio | 0.060% | 0.040% | VYM |
| AUM (Assets) | $84.8B | $88.7B | VYM |
| Holdings Count | N/A | N/A | Draw |
| Top 10 Weight | 40.24% | 25.99% | VYM |
| Fund Age | 14.48870636550308 years | 7.186858316221766 years | SCHD |
✅ Income & Quality
| Metric | SCHD | VYM | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distribution Yield | 3.44% | 2.37% | SCHD |
| Income per $10k | $344 | $237 | SCHD |
| Value Score | 100/100 | 100/100 | Draw |
| Quality Rating | A+ | A+ | Draw |
📈 Performance
| Metric | SCHD | VYM | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| YTD Return | 12.71% | 3.80% | SCHD |
| 1-Year Return | 26.68% | 30.28% | VYM |
| 3-Year Return | 11.80% | 15.91% | VYM |
| 5-Year Return | 8.06% | 11.47% | VYM |
Overall Scorecard
Final Verdict
Based on our comprehensive analysis, VYM wins this comparison with 6 advantages versus 4 for SCHD (with 3 draws).
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This comparison is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own research before making investment decisions.
Report generated on April 16, 2026 by FluentBoost — fluentboost.com
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