Both ETF’s have performed very similarly in the past, it’s hard to say which is better. I have both, but in different accounts just because I couldn’t choose.
With VTI though you do have some small-cap stock exposure.
Doesn’t matter. What I would recommend is using one to invest in regularly and then during down markets when your portfolio drops…and possibly creates a loss….sell your loss..AKA TAX LOSS HARVEST…lock it in on paper, and right away purchase the other ETF. itll grow essentially the same and you’ll pay less in taxes later on.