High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

GO2bank 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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GO2bank

High Yield Savings

Up to
4.50%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredChecking BundleNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
Range: 0.00% 4.50%
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Min. Deposit$0
Min. Balance$0
Maintenance Fee$5 per month, unless you set up direct deposit
Compound FreqQuarterly
Direct DepositNot required
Deposit InsuranceFDIC Insured(Cert: 22653)
EligibilityUnited States
Mobile Ratings
BBB Rating

Important Note

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.

Rate Stability

Very StableNo rate changes in last 90 days

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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Comparison Analysis

Comparing GO2bank vs. UFB Direct

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why GO2bank?

  • Higher potential APY (4.50% vs 3.51%-3.71%) on balances up to $5,000 (requires checking bundle)

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
UFB Direct

UFB Direct's UFB Checking and Savings Bundle earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $371 vs $225/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
UFB Direct

UFB Direct's UFB Checking and Savings Bundle pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $928 vs $225/yr).

Best for Simplicity
UFB Direct

UFB Direct's UFB Portfolio Savings offers 3.51% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

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

Over a 1-year period, UFB Direct's UFB Checking and Savings Bundle pays $146 more interest on a $10,000 balance than GO2bank's High Yield Savings.

GO2bankUFB Direct
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Executive Summary

GO2bank offers a High Yield Savings account with a competitive APY of 4.50%, applicable to balances up to $5,000, but requires a checking account to open. In contrast, UFB Direct's leading product, the UFB Portfolio Savings, provides a lower APY of 3.51% with no direct deposit requirement or balance caps, making it simpler for users. Additionally, UFB Direct has a Checking and Savings Bundle that can yield up to 3.71% APY under specific conditions, which may appeal to those with higher balances. Overall, GO2bank stands out with a higher APY, albeit with more restrictions.

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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FeatureGO2bankUFB Direct
APY
4.50%
0
Verified: 12/6/2025
Stable (90d)
3.71%
Range: 3.51% - 3.71%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.50%90d Change
Product NameHigh Yield SavingsUFB Checking and Savings Bundle
Minimum Deposit$0$5000
Min. Balance for APY$0$10,000
Monthly Fee$5 per month, unless you set up direct deposit$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.None
Required
Checking Bundle Yes Yes
Mobile Apps
iOS4.8
Android4.5
iOS4.8
Android4.3
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.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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UFB Direct earns $987.8 more than GO2bank.

GO2bank

High Yield Savings

4.50% APY

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

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$1,230.90(6.4%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$19,230.90

Effective APY
2.08%

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Historical Performance

Last 4 Months Analysis
MetricGO2bankUFB Direct
High Yield SavingsUFB Checking and Savings BundleUFB Portfolio Savings
Current APY
4.50%3.71%3.51%
Trend
Stable Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
0.0-16.9-16.9
Days Since Change
1213737
4-Month High
4.50%4.21%4.01%
4-Month Low
4.50%3.71%3.51%
Adjustments / Mo
0.000.740.74
Volatility Score
0.0000.0530.056
How to read these metrics(Click to expand)

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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