High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Bask Bank vs. Citizens Access™

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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Bask Bank

Interest Savings Account

3.90%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
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Citizens Access™

Citizens Access® Savings

3.35%
APY
Dec 5, 2025
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android 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 Bask Bank vs. Citizens Access™

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Bask Bank?

  • Higher potential APY (3.90% vs 3.35%) on all balances

Why Citizens Access™?

  • Higher rated Android app (4.8 vs 4.5)

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
Bask Bank

Bask Bank's Interest Savings Account earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $390 vs $335/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
Bask Bank

Bask Bank's Interest Savings Account pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $975 vs $838/yr).

Best for Simplicity
Bask Bank

Bask Bank's Interest Savings Account offers 3.90% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Best Mobile App Experience
Citizens Access™

Citizens Access™ offers an iOS app rated 4.8 (vs. 4.7) and Android app rated 4.8 (vs. 4.5)

Shared Benefits

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

Over a 1-year period, Bask Bank's Interest Savings Account pays $55 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Citizens Access™'s Citizens Access® Savings.

Citizens Access™Bask Bank
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Executive Summary

Bask Bank offers a competitive Interest Savings Account with an APY of 3.90%, making it the winner in this comparison. This account has no minimum deposit or balance requirements, no maintenance fees, and does not require direct deposit, making it a simple choice for savers. In contrast, Citizens Access™ provides a lower APY of 3.35% for its savings account, which also has no minimum balance or maintenance fees. Both options are online-only, ensuring easy access for users. However, Bask Bank's higher yield positions it as the more attractive option for those looking to maximize their savings.

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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FeatureBask BankCitizens Access™
APY
3.90%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.25%90d Change
3.35%
Verified: 12/5/2025
↘︎ 0.15%90d Change
Product NameInterest Savings AccountCitizens Access® Savings
Minimum Deposit$0$0.01
Min. Balance for APY$0$0.01
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.NoneNone
Checking BundleNoNo
Mobile Apps
iOS4.7
Android4.5
iOS4.8
Android4.8
BBB RatingBA+
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Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
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Bask Bank earns $351.4 more than Citizens Access™.

Bask Bank

Interest Savings Account

3.90% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,370.20(11.6%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,370.20

Effective APY
3.90%

Citizens Access™

Citizens Access® Savings

3.35% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,018.80(10.1%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,018.80

Effective APY
3.35%

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
MetricBask BankCitizens Access™
Interest Savings AccountCitizens Access® Savings
Current APY
3.90%3.35%
Trend
Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-4.4-3.8
Days Since Change
2937
10-Month High
4.50%3.70%
10-Month Low
3.90%3.35%
Adjustments / Mo
0.480.19
Volatility Score
0.0350.037
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.

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