High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Axos Bank vs. Pibank

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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Axos Bank

Axos ONE

4.31%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredChecking BundleNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
Show Fine Print & Trends
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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Comparison Analysis

Comparing Axos Bank vs. Pibank

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Axos Bank?

  • Earn 0.51% APY on checking account
  • Access to 95,000 fee-free ATMs
  • Higher rated iOS app (4.7 vs 2.4)
  • Higher rated Android app (4.6 vs 1.7)
  • Offers 2 different high-yield savings options

Why Pibank?

  • Higher potential APY (4.60% vs 4.00%-4.31%) on all balances

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
Pibank

Pibank's Pibank Savings earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $460 vs $431/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
Pibank

Pibank's Pibank Savings pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1150 vs $1077/yr).

Best for Simplicity
Pibank

Pibank's Pibank Savings offers 4.60% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Best Mobile App Experience
Axos Bank

Axos Bank offers an iOS app rated 4.7 (vs. 2.4) and Android app rated 4.6 (vs. 1.7)

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, Pibank's Pibank Savings pays $29 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Axos Bank's Axos ONE.

Axos BankPibank
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Executive Summary

Pibank offers a competitive Pibank Savings account with a 4.60% APY, making it the standout product compared to Axos Bank's Axos ONE, which provides a 4.31% APY but requires a checking account bundle and certain deposit conditions to achieve the highest rate. While Axos ONE's checking account earns 0.51% APY, it is more complex due to eligibility requirements, whereas Pibank's offering is straightforward with no direct deposit or bundling needed. Both banks provide online-only services and have no maintenance fees, but Pibank's simplicity and higher APY make it a 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.

FeatureAxos BankPibank
APY
4.31%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.15%90d Change
4.60%
Verified: 12/6/2025
Stable (90d)
Product NameAxos ONEPibank Savings
Minimum Deposit$0$0
Min. Balance for APY$0$0.01
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.NoneNone
Checking Bundle YesNo
Mobile Apps
iOS4.7
Android4.6
iOS2.4
Android1.7
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.-
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Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
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Pibank earns $189.9 more than Axos Bank.

Pibank

Pibank Savings

4.60% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,825.80(13.6%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,825.80

Effective APY
4.60%

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
MetricAxos BankPibank
High Yield SavingsSummit SavingsAxos ONEPibank Savings
Current APY
0.61%4.00%4.31%4.60%
Trend
Stable Stable Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
0.00.0-4.1-0.0
Days Since Change
2951594295
10-Month High
0.61%4.00%4.86%4.60%
10-Month Low
0.61%4.00%4.31%4.60%
Adjustments / Mo
0.000.000.410.00
Volatility Score
0.0000.0000.0300.000
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 295-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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