High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Axos Bank vs. Bank of America

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Analysis by Aviel Fahl
Updated December 6, 2025
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Axos Bank

Axos ONE

4.31%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredChecking BundleNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
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Min. Deposit$0
Min. Balance$0
Maintenance Fee$0
Compound FreqDaily
Direct DepositNot required, but is the easiest way to earn the highest APY.
Deposit InsuranceFDIC Insured(Cert: 35546)
EligibilityUnited States
Mobile Ratings
BBB Rating

Important Note

The 4.31% APY is available with the Axos ONE savings and checking bundle. The checking account earns 0.51% APY. To qualify, you must either set up a direct deposit of $1,500 and maintain an average daily balance of more than $1,500 in your ONE Checking account, or receive at least $5,000 in total monthly qualifying deposits and maintain an average daily balance of more than $5,000.

Rate Stability

7 days
↘︎ 0.20%
90 days
↘︎ 0.15%
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Bank of America

Advantage Savings

0.01%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredLow MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android AppIn-Person Access
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Rate Stability

Very StableNo rate changes in last 90 days

Comparison Analysis

Comparing Axos Bank vs. Bank of America

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Axos Bank?

  • Earn 0.51% APY on checking account
  • Access to 95,000 fee-free ATMs
  • Higher potential APY (4.00%-4.31% vs 0.01%) on all balances
  • Offers 2 different high-yield savings options

Why Bank of America?

No distinct advantages found vs Axos Bank.

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
Axos Bank

Axos Bank's Axos ONE earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $431 vs $1/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
Axos Bank

Axos Bank's Axos ONE pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1077 vs $3/yr).

Best for Simplicity
Axos Bank

Axos Bank's Summit Savings offers 4.00% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Best for All-in-One Banking
Axos Bank

Axos Bank's Axos ONE pays a superior APY for customers who also open a checking account.

Shared Benefits

Available Nationwide Available to New & Existing Customers
The Bottom Line

Over a 1-year period, Axos Bank's Axos ONE pays $430 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Bank of America's Advantage Savings.

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Executive Summary

Axos Bank offers a standout savings product, the Axos ONE, with an impressive APY of 4.31%, available through a savings and checking bundle. This product requires either a direct deposit of $1,500 or total monthly qualifying deposits of at least $5,000 to achieve the highest rate. Alternatively, the Summit Savings account provides a solid APY of 4.00% without the need for bundling or direct deposit. In contrast, Bank of America's Advantage Savings account offers a significantly lower APY of just 0.01%, making it less competitive. Overall, Axos Bank's offerings provide much higher returns compared to Bank of America.

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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FeatureAxos BankBank of America
APY
4.31%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.15%90d Change
0.01%
Verified: 12/6/2025
Stable (90d)
Product NameAxos ONEAdvantage Savings
Minimum Deposit$0$100
Min. Balance for APY$0N/A
Monthly Fee$0$8
Branch AccessNoneYes
Account Type
Online Only
Online & Branches
Direct Deposit Req.NoneNone
Checking Bundle YesNo
Mobile Apps
iOS4.7
Android4.6
iOS4.8
Android4.6
BBB RatingA+A+
Important NotesThe 4.31% APY is available with the Axos ONE savings and checking bundle. The checking account earns 0.51% APY. To qualify, you must either set up a direct deposit of $1,500 and maintain an average daily balance of more than $1,500 in your ONE Checking account, or receive at least $5,000 in total monthly qualifying deposits and maintain an average daily balance of more than $5,000.APY may vary by market. The monthly fee may be waived under some circumstances, such as if you maintain a minimum balance of $500, or are below the age of 25, etc.
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Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
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Axos Bank earns $2,630.2 more than Bank of America.

Bank of America

Advantage Savings

0.01% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$5.70(0.0%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$18,005.70

Effective APY
0.01%

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

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Historical Performance

Last 10 Months Analysis
MetricAxos BankBank of America
High Yield SavingsSummit SavingsAxos ONEAdvantage Savings
Current APY
0.61%4.00%4.31%0.01%
Trend
Stable Stable Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-0.00.0-4.2-0.0
Days Since Change
3111594311
10-Month High
0.61%4.00%4.86%0.01%
10-Month Low
0.61%4.00%4.31%0.01%
Adjustments / Mo
0.000.000.390.00
Volatility Score
0.0000.0000.0310.000
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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 311-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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