High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

American Express vs. EverBank

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

Analysis by Aviel Fahl
Updated December 6, 2025
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American Express

High Yield Savings Account

3.40%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS App
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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.

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Comparison Analysis

Comparing American Express vs. EverBank

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why American Express?

  • Higher rated iOS app (4.9 vs 2.3)

Why EverBank?

  • Higher potential APY (4.05% vs 3.40%) on all balances
  • Physical branch access (11 locations in Florida and California)

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
EverBank

EverBank's Performance Savings earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $405 vs $340/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
EverBank

EverBank's Performance Savings pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1013 vs $850/yr).

Best for Simplicity
EverBank

EverBank's Performance Savings offers 4.05% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Best Mobile App Experience
American Express

American Express offers an iOS app rated 4.9 (vs. 2.3) and Android app rated 3.6 (vs. 1.4)

Shared Benefits

Both offer monthly maintenance-free account options Both banks have options with $0 opening deposit Available Nationwide Available to New & Existing Customers
The Bottom Line

Over a 1-year period, EverBank's Performance Savings pays $65 more interest on a $10,000 balance than American Express's High Yield Savings Account.

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Executive Summary

EverBank offers a Performance Savings account with a competitive APY of 4.05%, making it the winner in this comparison. This account provides better returns on various deposit amounts and features no direct deposit requirement, maintenance fees, or minimum balance, ensuring simplicity for customers. In contrast, American Express's High Yield Savings Account offers a lower APY of 3.40% but is also online-only with no minimum deposit or maintenance fees. Both banks provide FDIC insurance and daily compounding, but EverBank's higher APY positions it as the more attractive option for savers.

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.

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FeatureAmerican ExpressEverBank
APY
3.40%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.10%90d Change
4.05%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.25%90d Change
Product NameHigh Yield Savings AccountPerformance Savings
Minimum Deposit$0$0
Min. Balance for APY$0$0
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.NoneNone
Checking BundleNoNo
Mobile Apps
iOS4.9
Android3.6
iOS2.3
Android1.4
BBB RatingFA+
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Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
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EverBank earns $416.5 more than American Express.

American Express

High Yield Savings Account

3.40% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,050.50(10.2%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,050.50

Effective APY
3.40%

EverBank

Performance Savings

4.05% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,467.00(12.1%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,467.00

Effective APY
4.05%

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Historical Performance

Last 10 Months Analysis
MetricAmerican ExpressEverBank
High Yield Savings AccountPerformance Savings
Current APY
3.40%4.05%
Trend
Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-3.3-2.8
Days Since Change
1078
10-Month High
3.80%4.30%
10-Month Low
3.40%4.05%
Adjustments / Mo
0.380.09
Volatility Score
0.0300.027
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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 318-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.

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