High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

GO2bank vs. SoFi Bank

Compare rates, requirements, and features side-by-side to find the best option for you.

Analysis by Aviel Fahl
Updated January 21, 2026
Comparison of GO2bank vs SoFi Bank savings accounts
Metric

GO2bank

High Yield Savings

Jan 21, 2026

SoFi Bank

SoFi Savings

Jan 21, 2026
APY0.00% - 4.50%3.30% - 4.00%
Est. Earnings
$5,000+$225
$10,000+$225
$25,000+$225
$5,000+$183
$10,000+$365
$25,000+$913
Min Deposit
$0$0

Snapshot view. Rates subject to change.

Terms
A GO2bank checking account is required to open a savings account. The 4.50% APY is up to $5,000. Balances above that earn no interest.Limited offer: The 4.00% includes a temporary 0.70% APY boost for 6 months. It is available with a direct deposit of regular income, or a $10/month subscription. See terms at SoFi Bank. The savings account comes bundled with a checking account with a 0.50% APY.
Features
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android AppChecking Bundle
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppZelle® SupportedChecking Bundle

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Comparison Analysis

Comparing GO2bank vs. SoFi Bank

Updated: Jan 21, 2026

As of GO2bank offers an APY of 4.50% for its High Yield Savings account, with a minimum balance of $0, compared to SoFi Bank's 4.00% APY for its SoFi Savings account, with a minimum balance of $0.

SoFi Bank pays $140 more than GO2bank on a $10,000 balance after one year. GO2bank pays $225 (with an effective APY of 2.25%), while SoFi Bank pays $365 (with an effective APY of 3.65%) - an APY advantage for SoFi Bank.

Why GO2bank?

  • Higher potential APY (4.50% vs 4.00%) on balances up to $5,000 (requires checking bundle)
  • Higher rated Android app (4.5 vs 3.9)

Why SoFi Bank?

  • Earn a $50 bonus with $1,000+ in direct deposits, or $300 with $5,000+.
  • Earn 0.50% APY on checking account with access to 55,000+ fee free ATMs
  • Fast transfers via Zelle®

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
SoFi Bank

SoFi Bank's SoFi Savings earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $365 vs $225/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
SoFi Bank

SoFi Bank's SoFi Savings pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $913 vs $225/yr).

Requires Banking Relationship

Both banks require a checking account bundle to access their highest rates.

Shared Benefits

Both banks have options with $0 opening deposit Available Nationwide Available to New & Existing Customers
The Bottom Line on APY (Interest Only)PROMO DETECTED

Over a 1-year period (factoring in a 6-month promo), SoFi Bank's SoFi Savings pays $140 more interest on a $10,000 balance than GO2bank's High Yield Savings.

*SoFi Bank's calculation includes their 6-month introductory promotional rate and subsequent standard rate.

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Executive Summary as of

GO2bank offers a High Yield Savings account with a competitive APY of 4.50%, applicable on balances up to $5,000, while requiring a GO2bank checking account for setup. In comparison, SoFi Bank's SoFi Savings account provides an APY of 4.00%, which includes a temporary boost for six months and is available without direct deposit, although a $10 monthly subscription fee applies as an alternative. Both accounts are online-only and have no minimum deposit or balance requirements, but GO2bank's higher APY makes it the more attractive option for savers looking to maximize their interest.

The analysis is based on current Banksparency database records

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3.90% APY
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3.30% APY
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GO2bank vs. SoFi Bank Savings Calculator

Calculations based on current APY for High Yield Savings and SoFi Savings
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You earn $139.9 more with SoFi Bank than GO2bank on a $10,000 initial deposit for 1 year*.

*This calculation assumes that APYs remain unchanged for 1 year, and takes into account known promo rate periods, but does not factor in bonuses. You can see how often these banks have changed their rates in the Compare Savings Rates Over Time section below.

GO2bank

High Yield Savings

4.50% APY

4.50% on first $5,000 and 0.00% thereafter.

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$225.00(2.2%)
  • Total Contributions
    $0
  • Initial Deposit
    $10,000

Projected Balance

$10,225.00

Effective APY
2.25%

SoFi Bank

SoFi Savings

4.00% APY

Promo Rate: 4.00% for 6 months, then 3.30%.

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$364.90(3.5%)
  • Total Contributions
    $0
  • Initial Deposit
    $10,000

Projected Balance

$10,364.90

Effective APY
3.65%

The Banksparency Savings Calculator provides estimated savings growth based on user input and our latest data.

FeatureGO2bankSoFi Bank
APY
4.50%
0
Verified: 1/21/2026
Stable (90d)
4.00%
Range: 3.30% - 4.00%
Verified: 1/21/2026
↘︎ 0.50%90d Change
Product NameHigh Yield SavingsSoFi Savings
Minimum Deposit$0$0
Min. Balance for APY$0$0
Monthly Fee$5 per month, unless you set up direct deposit$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.NoneWhile direct deposit is not required, the alternative is a subscription fee of $10/month
Checking Bundle Yes Yes
Mobile Apps
iOS4.8
Android4.5
iOS4.8
Android3.9
Zelle® Support
Not Supported
Available
Native support added in 2024 for banking members.
BBB RatingNot RatedA+
Important NotesA GO2bank checking account is required to open a savings account. The 4.50% APY is up to $5,000. Balances above that earn no interest.Limited offer: The 4.00% includes a temporary 0.70% APY boost for 6 months. It is available with a direct deposit of regular income, or a $10/month subscription. See terms at SoFi Bank. The savings account comes bundled with a checking account with a 0.50% APY.
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📈 Compare Savings Rates Over Time

Historical Performance

Last 6 Months Analysis
MetricGO2bankSoFi Bank
High Yield SavingsSoFi Savings
Current APY
4.50%4.00%
Trend
Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
0.01.1
Days Since Change
16729
6-Month High
4.50%4.50%
6-Month Low
4.50%3.80%
Adjustments / Mo
0.000.54
Volatility Score
0.0000.062
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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 168-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 GO2bank's APY of 4.50% with other banks
Bank PairCompetitor APYMin Deposit
GO2bank vs Affirm3.20%$0
GO2bank vs Ally Bank3.30%$0
GO2bank vs American Express3.30%$0
GO2bank vs Axos Bank4.31%$0
GO2bank vs Bank of America0.01%$100
GO2bank vs Barclays4.00%$0
GO2bank vs Bask Bank3.75%$0
GO2bank vs Betterment3.25%$10
GO2bank vs BMO Alto3.25%$0
GO2bank vs Bread Savings4.00%$100
GO2bank vs BrioDirect3.75%$5,000
GO2bank vs Capital One3.30%$0
GO2bank vs Carver Bank4.00%$5,000
GO2bank vs Charles Schwab Bank0.15%$0
GO2bank vs Chase Bank0.01%$0
GO2bank vs Chime3.50%$0
GO2bank vs CIT Bank3.75%$100
GO2bank vs Citibank3.30%$0
GO2bank vs Citizens Access™3.15%$0.01
GO2bank vs Climate First Bank4.21%$50
GO2bank vs Colorado Federal Savings Bank4.05%$50,000
GO2bank vs Discover Bank3.30%$0
GO2bank vs E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley3.50%$0
GO2bank vs Elevault3.82%$0
GO2bank vs EverBank3.90%$0
GO2bank vs Fitness Bank4.75%$100
GO2bank vs FNBO Direct3.00%$1
GO2bank vs Forbright Bank3.85%$0
GO2bank vs FVCbank3.85%$500
GO2bank vs Ivy Bank4.00%$2,500
GO2bank vs Jenius Bank4.05%$0
GO2bank vs LendingClub4.00%$0
GO2bank vs Marcus by Goldman Sachs3.65%$0
GO2bank vs MutualOne Bank4.07%$20,000
GO2bank vs My Banking Direct4.02%$500
GO2bank vs Neighbors Bank4.20%$0
GO2bank vs Newtek Bank4.35%$0.01
GO2bank vs Openbank4.20%$500
GO2bank vs Peak Bank3.99%$100
GO2bank vs Pibank4.60%$0
GO2bank vs PNC3.30%$0
GO2bank vs Popular Direct3.90%$100
GO2bank vs Presidential Bank3.75%$5,000
GO2bank vs Quontic Bank3.50%$100
GO2bank vs Salem Five Direct3.61%$10
GO2bank vs Sallie Mae Bank3.90%$0
GO2bank vs Santander Bank0.01%$25
GO2bank vs Synchrony Bank3.65%$0
GO2bank vs TD Bank2.36%$0
GO2bank vs TIMBR4.15%$1,000
GO2bank vs UFB Direct3.46%$5000
GO2bank vs Upgrade3.05%$0
GO2bank vs Valley Direct4.00%$1,000
GO2bank vs Varo Bank5.00%$0
GO2bank vs Vio Bank4.09%$100
GO2bank vs Wealthfront3.90%$0
GO2bank vs Wells Fargo0.05%$25
GO2bank vs Zynlo Bank3.85%$10
Compare SoFi Bank's APY of 4.00% with other banks
Bank PairCompetitor APYMin Deposit
SoFi Bank vs Affirm3.20%$0
SoFi Bank vs Ally Bank3.30%$0
SoFi Bank vs American Express3.30%$0
SoFi Bank vs Axos Bank4.31%$0
SoFi Bank vs Bank of America0.01%$100
SoFi Bank vs Barclays4.00%$0
SoFi Bank vs Bask Bank3.75%$0
SoFi Bank vs Betterment3.25%$10
SoFi Bank vs BMO Alto3.25%$0
SoFi Bank vs Bread Savings4.00%$100
SoFi Bank vs BrioDirect3.75%$5,000
SoFi Bank vs Capital One3.30%$0
SoFi Bank vs Carver Bank4.00%$5,000
SoFi Bank vs Charles Schwab Bank0.15%$0
SoFi Bank vs Chase Bank0.01%$0
SoFi Bank vs Chime3.50%$0
SoFi Bank vs CIT Bank3.75%$100
SoFi Bank vs Citibank3.30%$0
SoFi Bank vs Citizens Access™3.15%$0.01
SoFi Bank vs Climate First Bank4.21%$50
SoFi Bank vs Colorado Federal Savings Bank4.05%$50,000
SoFi Bank vs Discover Bank3.30%$0
SoFi Bank vs E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley3.50%$0
SoFi Bank vs Elevault3.82%$0
SoFi Bank vs EverBank3.90%$0
SoFi Bank vs Fitness Bank4.75%$100
SoFi Bank vs FNBO Direct3.00%$1
SoFi Bank vs Forbright Bank3.85%$0
SoFi Bank vs FVCbank3.85%$500
SoFi Bank vs Ivy Bank4.00%$2,500
SoFi Bank vs Jenius Bank4.05%$0
SoFi Bank vs LendingClub4.00%$0
SoFi Bank vs Marcus by Goldman Sachs3.65%$0
SoFi Bank vs MutualOne Bank4.07%$20,000
SoFi Bank vs My Banking Direct4.02%$500
SoFi Bank vs Neighbors Bank4.20%$0
SoFi Bank vs Newtek Bank4.35%$0.01
SoFi Bank vs Openbank4.20%$500
SoFi Bank vs Peak Bank3.99%$100
SoFi Bank vs Pibank4.60%$0
SoFi Bank vs PNC3.30%$0
SoFi Bank vs Popular Direct3.90%$100
SoFi Bank vs Presidential Bank3.75%$5,000
SoFi Bank vs Quontic Bank3.50%$100
SoFi Bank vs Salem Five Direct3.61%$10
SoFi Bank vs Sallie Mae Bank3.90%$0
SoFi Bank vs Santander Bank0.01%$25
SoFi Bank vs Synchrony Bank3.65%$0
SoFi Bank vs TD Bank2.36%$0
SoFi Bank vs TIMBR4.15%$1,000
SoFi Bank vs UFB Direct3.46%$5000
SoFi Bank vs Upgrade3.05%$0
SoFi Bank vs Valley Direct4.00%$1,000
SoFi Bank vs Varo Bank5.00%$0
SoFi Bank vs Vio Bank4.09%$100
SoFi Bank vs Wealthfront3.90%$0
SoFi Bank vs Wells Fargo0.05%$25
SoFi Bank vs Zynlo Bank3.85%$10