High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Elevault 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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Elevault

High Yield Savings Account

4.08%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredNo Minimums
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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 Elevault vs. UFB Direct

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Elevault?

  • Higher potential APY (4.08% 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
  • Higher rated iOS app (4.8 vs 3.7)
  • Higher rated Android app (4.3 vs 3.9)
  • Offers 2 different high-yield savings options

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
Elevault

Elevault's High Yield Savings Account earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $408 vs $371/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
Elevault

Elevault's High Yield Savings Account pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1020 vs $928/yr).

Best for Simplicity
Elevault

Elevault's High Yield Savings Account offers 4.08% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Best Mobile App Experience
UFB Direct

UFB Direct offers an iOS app rated 4.8 (vs. 3.7) and Android app rated 4.3 (vs. 3.9)

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, Elevault's High Yield Savings Account pays $37 more interest on a $10,000 balance than UFB Direct's UFB Checking and Savings Bundle.

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Executive Summary

Elevault offers a High Yield Savings Account with a competitive APY of 4.08%, which is significantly higher than UFB Direct's UFB Portfolio Savings account at 3.51%. Elevault's account has no minimum deposit, no maintenance fees, and does not require direct deposits, making it a straightforward option for savers. In contrast, UFB Direct's higher-yielding product requires a checking account and certain conditions to achieve its maximum APY, which may complicate access for some customers. Both banks provide online-only services, but Elevault stands out as the better choice for higher returns.

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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FeatureElevaultUFB Direct
APY
4.08%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.52%90d Change
3.71%
Range: 3.51% - 3.71%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.50%90d Change
Product NameHigh Yield 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
iOS3.7
Android3.9
iOS4.8
Android4.3
BBB RatingA+A+
Important NotesThe 4.08% APY is up to $250,000. Balances above that earn no interest. Daily deposit limit is $2,500.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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Elevault earns $267.7 more than UFB Direct.

Elevault

High Yield Savings Account

4.08% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,486.40(12.1%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,486.40

Effective APY
4.08%

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Historical Performance

Last 4 Months Analysis
MetricElevaultUFB Direct
High Yield Savings AccountUFB Checking and Savings BundleUFB Portfolio Savings
Current APY
4.08%3.71%3.51%
Trend
Stable Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-16.6-16.9-16.9
Days Since Change
323737
4-Month High
4.60%4.21%4.01%
4-Month Low
4.08%3.71%3.51%
Adjustments / Mo
0.490.740.74
Volatility Score
0.0480.0530.056
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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 122-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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