High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Ally Bank vs. BrioDirect

Compare rates, requirements, and features side-by-side to find the best option for you.

Analysis by Aviel Fahl
Updated December 6, 2025
Advertising Disclosure: We may earn a commission from partner links.

Ally Bank

Savings Account

3.30%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
Show Fine Print & Trends

BrioDirect

High-Yield Savings Account

4.00%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredMod. MinimumGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
Show Fine Print & Trends

Market Reality Check

Both of these banks offer rates below the current top tier. The best rates we track are currently above 4.25% APY.

See Top Rates

Comparison Analysis

Comparing Ally Bank vs. BrioDirect

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Ally Bank?

No distinct advantages found vs BrioDirect.

Why BrioDirect?

  • Higher potential APY (4.00% vs 3.30%) on all balances

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
BrioDirect

BrioDirect's High-Yield Savings Account earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $400 vs $330/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
BrioDirect

BrioDirect's High-Yield Savings Account pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1000 vs $825/yr).

Best for Simplicity
BrioDirect

BrioDirect's High-Yield Savings Account offers 4.00% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Shared Benefits

Both offer monthly maintenance-free account options Available Nationwide Available to New & Existing Customers
The Bottom Line

Over a 1-year period, BrioDirect's High-Yield Savings Account pays $70 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Ally Bank's Savings Account.

Ally BankBrioDirect
Automated Data Audit

Executive Summary

BrioDirect offers a High-Yield Savings Account with a competitive APY of 4.00%, making it the superior choice compared to Ally Bank's Savings Account, which has an APY of 3.30%. BrioDirect's account requires a minimum deposit of $5,000 and a minimum balance of $25, but it has no maintenance fees or direct deposit requirements, enhancing its appeal for simplicity. Both accounts are online-only and FDIC insured, but Ally Bank's offering has no minimum deposit or balance requirements, making it a viable alternative for those seeking easier access.

Analysis generated based on current Banksparency database records

* AI-generated content provided for informational purposes only. Accuracy is not guaranteed; always verify details with the provider.

Top Market Contenders

See who beats both Ally Bank and BrioDirect.

Compare All High-Yield Savings Accounts
Pibank
Pibank Savings
FDIC InsuredNo Minimums
4.60% APY
+0.60% vs BrioDirect
Better Rate
Neighbors Bank
Neighbors Savings Account
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat Android App
4.50% APY
+0.50% vs BrioDirect
Better Rate
Axos Bank
Axos ONE
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
4.31% APY
+0.31% vs BrioDirect
Better Rate
FeatureAlly BankBrioDirect
APY
3.30%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.20%90d Change
4.00%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.30%90d Change
Product NameSavings AccountHigh-Yield Savings Account
Minimum Deposit$0$5,000
Min. Balance for APY$0$25
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.NoneNone
Checking BundleNoNo
Mobile Apps
iOS4.7
Android4.4
iOS4.7
Android4.3
BBB RatingA+B-
Next Steps

Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
$
$

BrioDirect earns $447.6 more than Ally Bank.

Ally Bank

Savings Account

3.30% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$1,987.10(9.9%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$19,987.10

Effective APY
3.30%

BrioDirect

High-Yield Savings Account

4.00% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,434.70(11.9%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,434.70

Effective APY
4.00%

The Banksparency Savings Calculator provides estimated savings growth based on user input and our latest data.

📈 Compare Savings Rates Over Time

Historical Performance

Last 10 Months Analysis
MetricAlly BankBrioDirect
Savings AccountHigh-Yield Savings Account
Current APY
3.30%4.00%
Trend
Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-4.3-5.0
Days Since Change
3636
10-Month High
3.80%4.55%
10-Month Low
3.30%4.00%
Adjustments / Mo
0.480.58
Volatility Score
0.0390.039
How to read these metrics(Click to expand)

Trends & Velocity

  • Trend: The general direction of the rate over the analyzed period. Useful for spotting if a bank is currently aggressive or pulling back.
  • Velocity (bps/mo): Speed of change. A high positive number means they raise rates quickly. 10 bps = 0.10%.
  • Adjustments/Mo: "Twitchiness." High frequency means the rate changes constantly; low frequency means it's stable.

Risk & Range

  • High/Low: The absolute ceiling and floor of the rate during the 312-day window.
  • Volatility Score: Lower is better for predictability. It indicates how wildly the rate swings relative to its average.
  • Days Since Change: If this number is high (e.g., >90), the rate is very sticky. If low, it changed recently.

More Comparisons

Compare Ally Bank's APY of 3.30% with other banks
Compare BrioDirect's APY of 4.00% with other banks