When it comes to building wealth, buy and hold investing is arguably one of the best ways to do it.

But if you're not a fan of stock picking, then it can be hard to get started.

One way to keep it simple and stress free is to buy exchange traded funds (ETFs). These funds allow investors to buy large groups of shares with a single click of the button.

This removes the need to pick individual stocks and helps investors effortlessly build a diversified portfolio.

But which ASX ETFs could be top buy and hold options? Listed below are three that could be among the best to buy and hold forever. They are as follows:

Betashares Australian Quality ETF (ASX: AQLT)

The Betashares Australian Quality ETF offers exposure to a select group of high-quality Australian companies, filtered using a rules-based approach focused on return on equity, earnings stability, and low debt.

In simple terms, this ASX ETF is designed to hold the best of the best from the ASX — companies with strong fundamentals that tend to perform well over time.

What makes this fund particularly appealing for a buy and hold investment is its focus on quality, a factor that has historically outperformed over the long term. It's a smarter alternative to just buying the whole index and a great core holding for investors who want long-term exposure to the Australian economy.

Current holdings include Commonwealth Bank of Australia (ASX: CBA), Telstra Group Ltd (ASX: TLS), and CSL Ltd (ASX: CSL). Betashares recently named it as one to consider buying.

Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF (ASX: ASIA)

The Betashares Asia Technology Tigers ETF gives investors exposure to Asia's leading technology giants, including companies like Tencent, Alibaba, PDD Holdings, and TSMC.

These tigers are some of the most influential and innovative businesses in the world, many of which are at the forefront of AI, e-commerce, semiconductors, and cloud computing.

While Asia's tech sector can be more volatile in the short term, the long-term growth story remains intact. Rising middle classes, increasing digital penetration, and global demand for Asian tech products are powerful tailwinds. This could make it a great pick for investors looking for long term investments.

iShares S&P 500 ETF (ASX: IVV)

The iShares S&P 500 ETF is a classic for a reason. It tracks the S&P 500 Index, giving investors access to 500 of the largest companies on Wall Street. This includes Apple, Microsoft, Nvidia, Amazon, Alphabet, and Tesla.

Over the long term, the S&P 500 has delivered strong returns, making it a go-to core holding for investors around the world. This ASX ETF allows you to own that performance directly from the Australian share market, without having to open up an international trading account.