Gold ETF comparison
Kotak Gold Fund vs Mirae Asset Gold ETF
Over the last 3 years, Kotak Gold Fund returned 28.9% a year versus 29.8% for Mirae Asset Gold ETF. The category average was 25.2%. In its deepest fall over the same period, Kotak Gold Fund dropped 8.6% versus 7.9% for Mirae Asset Gold ETF. Qonfido rates Kotak Gold Fund Premier and Mirae Asset Gold ETF Premier within the Gold ETF peer group.
Ratings and metrics as of
At a glance
Higher 3-year return
Mirae Asset Gold ETF
Smaller worst fall
Mirae Asset Gold ETF
Smoother ride (higher Sharpe)
Mirae Asset Gold ETF
Head-to-head
Swap either fund or add a third to see how they line up.
Kotak Gold
Gold ETF
0/4
rounds won
Mirae Asset Gold ETF
Gold ETF
3/4
rounds won
Round by round
Three questions in one shape. A bigger triangle = stronger all round.
- Kotak Gold
- Mirae Asset Gold ETF
Growth
Who grew money faster?
Average yearly return over the last 3 years.
28.9%29.8%✓Dip protection
Who fell less in the worst dip?
Biggest fall from a peak in the period. Smaller hurts less.
-8.6%-7.9%✓Smooth ride
Who gave a smoother ride?
Return earned for every unit of ups and downs. Higher is smoother.
1.081.23✓
Qonfido rating
Quality vs peers in the same category. Premier is the top tier.
Same tier
What matters most to you?
Quick take for “Balanced”
Mirae Asset Gold ETF comes out ahead — it grew money faster and fell less in bad markets.
Based on the last 3 years of data. A starting point for research, not advice.
What could your money become?
If each fund repeated its last 3 years. Drag to try.
You’d put in ₹12.00 L. Mirae Asset Gold ETF ends about ₹4.26 L ahead — that’s roughly 43 months of your SIP.
Illustration only. Past returns rarely repeat exactly.
Key numbers
| Metric | Kotak Gold Fund | Mirae Asset Gold ETF |
|---|---|---|
| Qonfido rating | Premier | Premier |
| 3Y return (CAGR) | 28.9% | 29.8% |
| Worst fall (max drawdown) | 8.6% | 7.9% |
| Sharpe ratio (3Y) | 1.08 | 1.23 |
| Beta (3Y) | 0.22 | 0.26 |
| Fund size (AUM) | ₹4,378 Cr | ₹3,251 Cr |
| Category average 3Y return | 25.2% | |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Kotak Gold Fund or Mirae Asset Gold ETF?
Neither fund is better for every investor. Based on data as of 1 Nov 2026. Over the last 3 years, Kotak Gold Fund returned 28.9% a year versus 29.8% for Mirae Asset Gold ETF. The category average was 25.2%. In its deepest fall over the same period, Kotak Gold Fund dropped 8.6% versus 7.9% for Mirae Asset Gold ETF. Qonfido rates Kotak Gold Fund Premier and Mirae Asset Gold ETF Premier within the Gold ETF peer group. Which fits depends on your goal, time horizon and comfort with falls. This comparison is educational research support, not personalised investment advice. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Which has given higher returns, Kotak Gold Fund or Mirae Asset Gold ETF?
Based on data as of 1 Nov 2026. Over the last 3 years, Kotak Gold Fund returned 28.9% a year versus 29.8% for Mirae Asset Gold ETF. The category average was 25.2%. This comparison is educational research support, not personalised investment advice. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Which is less risky, Kotak Gold Fund or Mirae Asset Gold ETF?
Based on data as of 1 Nov 2026. In its deepest fall over the same period, Kotak Gold Fund dropped 8.6% versus 7.9% for Mirae Asset Gold ETF. Sharpe ratio, a measure of return per unit of volatility, was 1.08 for Kotak Gold Fund and 1.23 for Mirae Asset Gold ETF. Lower falls and a higher Sharpe ratio point to a smoother past ride, not a guarantee.
What is the Qonfido rating of Kotak Gold Fund and Mirae Asset Gold ETF?
Qonfido rates Kotak Gold Fund Premier and Mirae Asset Gold ETF Premier within the Gold ETF peer group. Ratings compare funds with their category peers on risk-adjusted consistency and are explained on the Qonfido rating methodology page.
Should I invest in both Kotak Gold Fund and Mirae Asset Gold ETF?
Both funds sit in the Gold ETF category, so their portfolios can overlap and holding both may add limited diversification. Review holdings overlap, costs and your overall allocation before combining them. This comparison is educational research support, not personalised investment advice. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
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