Key differences
- VWRA tracks the FTSE All-World; CSPX tracks the S&P 500. That is the biggest difference in what you actually own.
- CSPX is cheaper: 0.07% a year versus 0.14%. On $10,000 plus $500 a month for 25 years at 7%, that fee gap is worth about $5,372.
About each fund
VWRA — Vanguard FTSE All-World UCITS ETF (USD) Accumulating
A single fund holding thousands of large and mid-sized companies across developed and emerging markets. Popular with investors outside the US who want one-fund global exposure with dividends reinvested automatically.
CSPX — iShares Core S&P 500 UCITS ETF (Acc)
Tracks the 500 largest US companies, domiciled in Ireland. Often used by non-US investors who want S&P 500 exposure with reinvested dividends and a lower dividend withholding tax than US-domiciled funds.
Fund details checked November 2026. Always confirm current figures on each provider's factsheet.
Questions about VWRA vs CSPX
Is VWRA or CSPX better?
It depends on what you want to own. VWRA gives you the FTSE All-World; CSPX gives you the S&P 500. Neither is guaranteed to do better — use the calculator above with different return assumptions to see the range.
Which is cheaper, VWRA or CSPX?
CSPX is cheaper at 0.07% a year, versus 0.14%. Fees checked November 2026; confirm with each provider.
Can I hold both VWRA and CSPX?
Yes. Some investors combine them to set their own mix, but check the overlap — many large companies may appear in both.