Key differences
- VOO tracks the S&P 500; VT tracks the FTSE Global All Cap. That is the biggest difference in what you actually own.
- VOO is cheaper: 0.03% a year versus 0.06%. On $10,000 plus $500 a month for 25 years at 7%, that fee gap is worth about $2,330.
About each fund
VOO — Vanguard S&P 500 ETF
One of the most popular S&P 500 funds for US investors, with a very low fee. Non-US investors should check dividend withholding tax and estate-tax rules before buying US-domiciled funds.
VT — Vanguard Total World Stock ETF
The whole global stock market, including small companies, in one US-listed fund. The US-domiciled counterpart to VWRA.
Fund details checked November 2026. Always confirm current figures on each provider's factsheet.
Questions about VOO vs VT
Is VOO or VT better?
It depends on what you want to own. VOO gives you the S&P 500; VT gives you the FTSE Global All Cap. Neither is guaranteed to do better — use the calculator above with different return assumptions to see the range.
Which is cheaper, VOO or VT?
VOO is cheaper at 0.03% a year, versus 0.06%. Fees checked November 2026; confirm with each provider.
Can I hold both VOO and VT?
Yes. Some investors combine them to set their own mix, but check the overlap — many large companies may appear in both.