High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Bask Bank vs. UFB Direct

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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UFB Direct

UFB Checking and Savings Bundle

Up to
3.71%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredHigh MinimumDirect Deposit ReqChecking BundleGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
Range: 3.51% 3.71%
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Min. Deposit$5000
Min. Balance$10,000
Maintenance Fee$0
Compound FreqDaily
Direct DepositRequired (See terms)
Deposit InsuranceFDIC Insured(Cert: 35546)
EligibilityUnited States
Mobile Ratings
BBB Rating

Important Note

The regular savings or money market APY may be boosted up to 3.71% by direct deposits, minimum balance of $10,000 and making 10 approved debit card transactions per statement cycle. The checking account earns 2% APY. See bank for full details.

Rate Stability

Rate Adjusted
-0.50%
Since 90 days ago
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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. UFB Direct

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Bask Bank?

  • Higher potential APY (3.90% vs 3.51%-3.71%) on all balances

Why UFB Direct?

  • Offers 2.00% APY on Checking Account in addition to the savings APY
  • Access to over 90,000 fee-free ATMs
  • Offers 2 different high-yield savings options

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
Bask Bank

Bask Bank's Interest Savings Account earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $390 vs $371/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
Bask Bank

Bask Bank's Interest Savings Account pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $975 vs $928/yr).

Best for Simplicity
Bask Bank

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

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, Bask Bank's Interest Savings Account pays $19 more interest on a $10,000 balance than UFB Direct's UFB Checking and Savings Bundle.

UFB DirectBask Bank
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Executive Summary

Bask Bank offers the superior Interest Savings Account with an APY of 3.90%, making it an attractive option for savers looking for higher returns without any direct deposit requirements or maintenance fees. This account is online-only and allows deposits starting from $0, providing simplicity and accessibility. In contrast, UFB Direct's highest yield is from the UFB Portfolio Savings account, which has an APY of 3.51%. While UFB also offers a checking and savings bundle with a potential APY of 3.71%, it requires a checking account and certain conditions to achieve that rate. Overall, Bask Bank stands out as the better choice based on the provided data.

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 BankUFB Direct
APY
3.90%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.25%90d Change
3.71%
Range: 3.51% - 3.71%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.50%90d Change
Product NameInterest Savings AccountUFB Checking and Savings Bundle
Minimum Deposit$0$5000
Min. Balance for APY$0$10,000
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.None
Required
Checking BundleNo Yes
Mobile Apps
iOS4.7
Android4.5
iOS4.8
Android4.3
BBB RatingBA+
Important Notes-The regular savings or money market APY may be boosted up to 3.71% by direct deposits, minimum balance of $10,000 and making 10 approved debit card transactions per statement cycle. The checking account earns 2% APY. See bank for full details.
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Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
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Bask Bank earns $151.5 more than UFB Direct.

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%

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 BankUFB Direct
Interest Savings AccountUFB Checking and Savings BundleUFB Portfolio Savings
Current APY
3.90%3.71%3.51%
Trend
Stable Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-4.5-5.0-4.4
Days Since Change
293737
10-Month High
4.50%4.21%4.01%
10-Month Low
3.90%3.71%3.51%
Adjustments / Mo
0.470.280.28
Volatility Score
0.0360.0470.048
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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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