ETF Expense Ratio Calculator

Compare two ETFs and see exactly how much fees cost you over time. Small differences compound into big numbers.

Investment Amount ($)

Expected Annual Return (%)

ETF A Expense Ratio (%)

ETF B Expense Ratio (%)

Investment Period (years)

Results after 30 years

ETF A (0.03% expense) ending value$99,791

ETF B (0.75% expense) ending value$81,643

Fees paid — ETF A$835

Fees paid — ETF B$18,984

You keep more with ETF A$18,148

Extra fees paid in ETF B$18,148

Years	ETF A (0.03%)	ETF B (0.75%)	Difference
10 yrs	$21,529	$20,136	$1,393
20 yrs	$46,351	$40,546	$5,805
30 yrs	$99,791	$81,643	$18,148

This calculator is for educational purposes only, not financial advice. Returns are hypothetical and not guaranteed.

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