High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

BrioDirect vs. Marcus by Goldman Sachs

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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BrioDirect

High-Yield Savings Account

4.00%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredMod. MinimumGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
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Marcus by Goldman Sachs

Marcus Online Savings Account

3.65%
APY
Dec 6, 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 BrioDirect vs. Marcus by Goldman Sachs

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why BrioDirect?

  • Higher potential APY (4.00% vs 3.65%) on all balances

Why Marcus by Goldman Sachs?

No distinct advantages found vs BrioDirect.

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
BrioDirect

BrioDirect's High-Yield Savings Account earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $400 vs $365/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
BrioDirect

BrioDirect's High-Yield Savings Account pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1000 vs $913/yr).

Best for Simplicity
BrioDirect

BrioDirect's High-Yield Savings Account offers 4.00% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Shared Benefits

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

Over a 1-year period, BrioDirect's High-Yield Savings Account pays $35 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Marcus by Goldman Sachs's Marcus Online Savings Account.

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Executive Summary

BrioDirect offers a High-Yield Savings Account with a competitive APY of 4.00%, making it the winner in this comparison. This account requires a minimum deposit of $5,000 and has no maintenance fees or direct deposit requirements, providing a straightforward savings option. In contrast, Marcus by Goldman Sachs features an Online Savings Account with a lower APY of 3.65% and no minimum deposit or balance requirements, also with no maintenance fees. Both accounts are online-only and FDIC insured, catering to different savings needs.

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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Pibank
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4.60% APY
+0.60% vs BrioDirect
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Neighbors Bank
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FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat Android App
4.50% APY
+0.50% vs BrioDirect
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Axos Bank
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FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
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FeatureBrioDirectMarcus by Goldman Sachs
APY
4.00%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.30%90d Change
3.65%
Verified: 12/6/2025
Stable (90d)
Product NameHigh-Yield Savings AccountMarcus Online Savings Account
Minimum Deposit$5,000$0
Min. Balance for APY$25$0
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.NoneNone
Checking BundleNoNo
Mobile Apps
iOS4.7
Android4.3
iOS4.8
Android4.2
BBB RatingB-A+
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Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
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BrioDirect earns $225 more than Marcus by Goldman Sachs.

BrioDirect

High-Yield Savings Account

4.00% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,434.70(11.9%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,434.70

Effective APY
4.00%

Marcus by Goldman Sachs

Marcus Online Savings Account

3.65% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,209.70(10.9%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,209.70

Effective APY
3.65%

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Historical Performance

Last 10 Months Analysis
MetricBrioDirectMarcus by Goldman Sachs
High-Yield Savings AccountMarcus Online Savings Account
Current APY
4.00%3.65%
Trend
Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-5.0-2.5
Days Since Change
36192
10-Month High
4.55%3.90%
10-Month Low
4.00%3.65%
Adjustments / Mo
0.580.19
Volatility Score
0.0390.025
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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 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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