High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Neighbors Bank 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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Neighbors Bank

Neighbors Savings Account

4.50%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat Android AppIn-Person Access
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Rate Stability

Rate Adjusted
-0.10%
Since 90 days ago

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 Neighbors Bank vs. UFB Direct

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Neighbors Bank?

  • Higher potential APY (4.50% vs 3.51%-3.71%) on all balances
  • Physical branch access (One location in Columbia, Missouri)

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 3.3)
  • Offers 2 different high-yield savings options
  • Available Nationwide

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
Neighbors Bank

Neighbors Bank's Neighbors Savings Account earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $450 vs $371/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
Neighbors Bank

Neighbors Bank's Neighbors Savings Account pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1125 vs $928/yr).

Best for Simplicity
Neighbors Bank

Neighbors Bank's Neighbors Savings Account offers 4.50% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Shared Benefits

Both offer monthly maintenance-free account options Both banks have options with $0 opening deposit Available to New & Existing Customers
The Bottom Line

Over a 1-year period, Neighbors Bank's Neighbors Savings Account pays $79 more interest on a $10,000 balance than UFB Direct's UFB Checking and Savings Bundle.

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Executive Summary

Neighbors Bank offers a competitive Neighbors Savings Account with an APY of 4.50%, making it the winner in this comparison. This account allows balances up to $250,000 to earn the full rate, with no direct deposit requirement or maintenance fees, enhancing its appeal for simplicity. In contrast, UFB Direct's highest APY is 3.71% through its UFB Checking and Savings Bundle, which requires a checking account, a minimum balance of $10,000, and direct deposits to achieve this rate. UFB Direct's Portfolio Savings account offers a lower APY of 3.51% and is exclusively available online.

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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FDIC InsuredNo Minimums
4.60% APY
+0.10% vs Neighbors Bank
Better Rate
FeatureNeighbors BankUFB Direct
APY
4.50%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.10%90d Change
3.71%
Range: 3.51% - 3.71%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.50%90d Change
Product NameNeighbors Savings AccountUFB Checking and Savings Bundle
Minimum Deposit$0$5000
Min. Balance for APY$0$10,000
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessYesNone
Account Type
Online & Branches
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.None
Required
Checking BundleNo Yes
Mobile Apps
iOS3.3
Android4.4
iOS4.8
Android4.3
BBB RatingA+A+
Important NotesBalances up to $250,000 earn 4.50% APY. Anything above will earn 0.05% APY.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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Neighbors Bank earns $541.4 more than UFB Direct.

Neighbors Bank

Neighbors Savings Account

4.50% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,760.10(13.3%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,760.10

Effective APY
4.50%

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

📈 Compare Savings Rates Over Time

Historical Performance

Last 9 Months Analysis
MetricNeighbors BankUFB Direct
Neighbors Savings AccountUFB Checking and Savings BundleUFB Portfolio Savings
Current APY
4.50%3.71%3.51%
Trend
Stable Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-1.5-5.3-5.3
Days Since Change
533737
9-Month High
4.75%4.21%4.01%
9-Month Low
4.50%3.71%3.51%
Adjustments / Mo
0.210.320.32
Volatility Score
0.0120.0470.050
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 283-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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