High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Chime vs. TIMBR

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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Chime

Chime High-Yield Savings Account

Up to
3.50%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredDirect Deposit ReqChecking BundleNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
Range: 1.00% – 3.50%
Show Fine Print & Trends
Min. Deposit$0
Min. Balance$0.01
Maintenance Fee$0
Compound FreqDaily
Direct DepositRequired (You need to receive a qualifying direct deposit of $200 or more within the preceding 34 days)
Deposit InsuranceFDIC Insured
EligibilityUnited States
Mobile Ratings
iOS:4.8Android:4.7
BBB Rating
A+(BBB Accredited)

Rate Stability

Rate Adjusted
-0.25%
Since 90 days ago
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TIMBR

Premium Savings Account

4.40%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredLow Minimums
Show Fine Print & Trends
Min. Deposit$1,000
Min. Balance$0
Maintenance Fee$0
Compound FreqDaily
Direct DepositNot required
Deposit InsuranceFDIC Insured(Cert: 58210)
EligibilityUnited States
Mobile Ratings
BBB Rating
A+(Not BBB Accredited)

Rate Stability

Very StableNo rate changes in last 90 days
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Comparison Analysis

Comparing Chime vs. TIMBR

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Chime?

  • ✓Higher rated iOS app (4.8 vs 0.0)
  • ✓Higher rated Android app (4.7 vs 0.0)

Why TIMBR?

  • ✓Higher potential APY (4.40% vs 3.50%) on all balances
  • ✓No checking account or direct deposit required

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
TIMBR

TIMBR's Premium Savings Account earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $440 vs $350/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
TIMBR

TIMBR's Premium Savings Account pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1100 vs $875/yr).

Best for Simplicity
TIMBR

TIMBR's Premium Savings Account offers 4.40% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Best Mobile App Experience
Chime

Chime offers an iOS app rated 4.8 (vs. 0.0) and Android app rated 4.7 (vs. 0.0)

Shared Benefits

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

Over a 1-year period, TIMBR's Premium Savings Account pays $90 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Chime's Chime High-Yield Savings Account.

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Executive Summary

TIMBR offers a Premium Savings Account with a competitive APY of 4.40%, significantly higher than Chime's High-Yield Savings Account, which provides an APY of 3.50%. TIMBR's account does not require a direct deposit, making it more accessible, although it does have a minimum deposit requirement of $1,000. In contrast, Chime requires a qualifying direct deposit of $200 within the preceding 34 days but has no minimum deposit for account opening. Both accounts are online-only, with TIMBR noted for its simplicity and better returns on larger deposits.

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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FeatureChimeTIMBR
APY
3.50%
Range: 1.00% - 3.50%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.25%90d Change
4.40%
Verified: 12/6/2025
Stable (90d)
Product NameChime High-Yield Savings AccountPremium Savings Account
Minimum Deposit$0$1,000
Min. Balance for APY$0.01$0
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.
RequiredYou need to receive a qualifying direct deposit of $200 or more within the preceding 34 days
None
Checking Bundle YesNo
Mobile Apps
iOS4.8
Android4.7
iOS-
Android-
BBB RatingA+A+
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Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
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TIMBR earns $580.6 more than Chime.

Chime

Chime High-Yield Savings Account

3.50% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,114.10(10.5%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,114.10

Effective APY
3.50%
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TIMBR

Premium Savings Account

4.40% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,694.70(13.0%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,694.70

Effective APY
4.40%
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Historical Performance

Last 10 Months Analysis
MetricChimeTIMBR
Chime High-Yield Savings AccountPremium Savings Account
Current APY
3.50%4.40%
Trend
 Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
9.3-1.3
Days Since Change
51236
10-Month High
3.75%4.55%
10-Month Low
2.00%4.40%
Adjustments / Mo
0.210.10
Volatility Score
0.1650.013
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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 290-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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Compare Chime's APY of 3.50% with other banks
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Chime vs Ally Bank3.30%$0
Chime vs American Express3.40%$0
Chime vs Axos Bank4.31%$0
Chime vs Bank of America0.01%$100
Chime vs Barclays4.00%$0
Chime vs Bask Bank3.90%$0
Chime vs BMO Alto3.25%$0
Chime vs BrioDirect4.00%$5,000
Chime vs Capital One3.40%$0
Chime vs Chase Bank0.01%$0
Chime vs CIT Bank3.75%$100
Chime vs Citibank3.30%$0
Chime vs Citizens Access™3.35%$0.01
Chime vs Climate First Bank4.21%$50
Chime vs Discover Bank3.40%$0
Chime vs Elevault4.08%$0
Chime vs EverBank4.05%$0
Chime vs Fitness Bank4.75%$100
Chime vs FNBO Direct3.00%$1
Chime vs Forbright Bank4.00%$0
Chime vs FVCbank3.85%$500
Chime vs GO2bank4.50%$0
Chime vs Ivy Bank4.25%$2,500
Chime vs LendingClub4.20%$0
Chime vs Marcus by Goldman Sachs3.65%$0
Chime vs Neighbors Bank4.50%$0
Chime vs Newtek Bank4.35%$0.01
Chime vs Openbank4.20%$500
Chime vs Peak Bank4.20%$100
Chime vs Pibank4.60%$0
Chime vs PNC3.53%$0
Chime vs Presidential Bank4.00%$5,000
Chime vs Quontic Bank3.75%$100
Chime vs Salem Five Direct3.71%$10
Chime vs Santander Bank0.01%$25
Chime vs SoFi Bank4.30%$0
Chime vs Synchrony Bank3.65%$0
Chime vs UFB Direct3.71%$5000
Chime vs Valley Direct4.10%$1,000
Chime vs Varo Bank5.00%$0
Chime vs Vio Bank4.16%$100
Chime vs Wealthfront4.15%$0
Chime vs Wells Fargo0.05%$25
Chime vs Zynlo Bank4.05%$10
Compare TIMBR's APY of 4.40% with other banks
Bank PairCompetitor APYMin Deposit
TIMBR vs Ally Bank3.30%$0
TIMBR vs American Express3.40%$0
TIMBR vs Axos Bank4.31%$0
TIMBR vs Bank of America0.01%$100
TIMBR vs Barclays4.00%$0
TIMBR vs Bask Bank3.90%$0
TIMBR vs BMO Alto3.25%$0
TIMBR vs BrioDirect4.00%$5,000
TIMBR vs Capital One3.40%$0
TIMBR vs Chase Bank0.01%$0
TIMBR vs CIT Bank3.75%$100
TIMBR vs Citibank3.30%$0
TIMBR vs Citizens Access™3.35%$0.01
TIMBR vs Climate First Bank4.21%$50
TIMBR vs Discover Bank3.40%$0
TIMBR vs Elevault4.08%$0
TIMBR vs EverBank4.05%$0
TIMBR vs Fitness Bank4.75%$100
TIMBR vs FNBO Direct3.00%$1
TIMBR vs Forbright Bank4.00%$0
TIMBR vs FVCbank3.85%$500
TIMBR vs GO2bank4.50%$0
TIMBR vs Ivy Bank4.25%$2,500
TIMBR vs LendingClub4.20%$0
TIMBR vs Marcus by Goldman Sachs3.65%$0
TIMBR vs Neighbors Bank4.50%$0
TIMBR vs Newtek Bank4.35%$0.01
TIMBR vs Openbank4.20%$500
TIMBR vs Peak Bank4.20%$100
TIMBR vs Pibank4.60%$0
TIMBR vs PNC3.53%$0
TIMBR vs Presidential Bank4.00%$5,000
TIMBR vs Quontic Bank3.75%$100
TIMBR vs Salem Five Direct3.71%$10
TIMBR vs Santander Bank0.01%$25
TIMBR vs SoFi Bank4.30%$0
TIMBR vs Synchrony Bank3.65%$0
TIMBR vs UFB Direct3.71%$5000
TIMBR vs Valley Direct4.10%$1,000
TIMBR vs Varo Bank5.00%$0
TIMBR vs Vio Bank4.16%$100
TIMBR vs Wealthfront4.15%$0
TIMBR vs Wells Fargo0.05%$25
TIMBR vs Zynlo Bank4.05%$10