FAARvsBOXXETF Comparison
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First Trust Alternative Absolute Return Strategy ETF (FAAR) belongs to the Alternatives segment. Alpha Architect 1-3 Month Box ETF (BOXX) is part of the Multi-Asset: Other segment. FAAR is more expensive with a Total Expense Ratio (TER) of 0.97%, versus 0.24% for BOXX. FAAR is up 24.68% year-to-date (YTD) with +$19M in YTD flows. BOXX performs worse with 0.99% YTD performance, and +$1.40B in YTD flows. Run a side-by-side ETF comparison of FAAR and BOXX below, and assess how they stack up in performance, liquidity, risk, exposure, holdings, and more, helping you select the best ETF for your investments.
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FAAR vs BOXX performance and flow charts
Performance
Cumulative Flows
Historic performance and flows
Data as of 04/01/2026
| 1M | 3M | YTD | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Perf. | FAAR BOXX | +8.43%+0.32% | +24.50%+0.93% | +24.68%+0.99% | +30.63%+4.23% | +30.53%+15.17% | +54.00%n/a |
| Flows | FAAR BOXX | +$5M+$604M | +$19M+$1.40B | +$19M+$1.40B | +$50M+$4.71B | -$39M+$10.12B | +$76M- |
Volatility and drawdown
| 3M | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volatility | FAAR BOXX | +17.10%+0.39% | +14.90%+0.35% | +10.49%+0.34% | +11.18%n/a |
| Max drawdown | FAAR BOXX | -2.76%n/a | -11.20%-0.03% | -11.30%-0.06% | -19.53%n/a |
| Max drawdown duration | FAAR BOXX | 20dn/a | 111d2d | 677d4d | 1323dn/a |
Trading data
FAAR | BOXX | |
Last sale 4/2/2026 at 1:30 PM | $34.03 | $116.26 |
| Previous close 04/02/2026 | $33.63 | $116.21 |
| Consolidated volume 04/02/2026 | ||
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Main metrics
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FAAR | BOXX | |
|---|---|---|
| Last price | $34.03 | $116.26 |
| 1D performance | +1.19% | +0.04% |
| AuM | $173.38 M | $10.82 B |
| E/R | 0.97% | 0.24% |
Characteristics
FAAR | BOXX | |
|---|---|---|
| Management strategy | Active | Active |
| Provider | First Trust | Alpha Architect |
| Benchmark | - | - |
| N° of holdings | - | - |
| Asset class | - | - |
| Trailing 12m distribution yield | Join | Join |
| Inception date | May 18, 2016 | December 28, 2022 |
| ESG | No | No |
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Diversification
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Frequently asked questions about FAAR and BOXX
How have the FAAR and BOXX ETFs performed in 2026?
As of April 1, 2026, FAAR is up 24.68% year-to-date (YTD), while BOXX has returned 0.99%. That puts FAAR better performer ahead so far this year.
Which ETF is attracting more investor money: FAAR or BOXX?
Year-to-date, the FAAR ETF saw +$19M in flows, compared to +$1.40B for BOXX.
Which ETF is more volatile: FAAR or BOXX?
Over the past year, FAAR had a volatility of 14.9%, while BOXX experienced 0.35%.
Which ETF is bigger: FAAR or BOXX?
As of April 1, 2026, FAAR holds $173.38 M in assets under management (AUM), while BOXX manages $10.82 B.
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