High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Newtek Bank vs. Pibank

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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Newtek Bank

Personal High Yield Savings

4.35%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
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Comparison Analysis

Comparing Newtek Bank vs. Pibank

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Newtek Bank?

  • Higher rated iOS app (4.5 vs 2.4)
  • Higher rated Android app (4.2 vs 1.7)

Why Pibank?

  • Higher potential APY (4.60% vs 4.35%) on all balances

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
Pibank

Pibank's Pibank Savings earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $460 vs $435/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
Pibank

Pibank's Pibank Savings pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1150 vs $1087/yr).

Best for Simplicity
Pibank

Pibank's Pibank Savings offers 4.60% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Best Mobile App Experience
Newtek Bank

Newtek Bank offers an iOS app rated 4.5 (vs. 2.4) and Android app rated 4.2 (vs. 1.7)

Shared Benefits

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

Over a 1-year period, Pibank's Pibank Savings pays $25 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Newtek Bank's Personal High Yield Savings.

Newtek BankPibank
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Executive Summary

Pibank offers a competitive savings product with a higher APY of 4.60% for its Pibank Savings account, making it the winner in this comparison. This account features no minimum deposit requirement, no maintenance fees, and compounds daily, providing a straightforward savings option. In contrast, Newtek Bank's Personal High Yield Savings account offers an APY of 4.35%, which is still attractive but slightly lower. Both banks operate online only and do not require direct deposit, with Newtek Bank noted for its superior mobile app experience.

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.

FeatureNewtek BankPibank
APY
4.35%
Verified: 12/6/2025
Stable (90d)
4.60%
Verified: 12/6/2025
Stable (90d)
Product NamePersonal High Yield SavingsPibank Savings
Minimum Deposit$0.01$0
Min. Balance for APY$0.01$0.01
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.NoneNone
Checking BundleNoNo
Mobile Apps
iOS4.5
Android4.2
iOS2.4
Android1.7
BBB RatingA+A
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Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
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Pibank earns $163.8 more than Newtek Bank.

Newtek Bank

Personal High Yield Savings

4.35% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,662.00(12.9%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,662.00

Effective APY
4.35%

Pibank

Pibank Savings

4.60% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,825.80(13.6%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,825.80

Effective APY
4.60%

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Historical Performance

Last 10 Months Analysis
MetricNewtek BankPibank
Personal High Yield SavingsPibank Savings
Current APY
4.35%4.60%
Trend
Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-0.9-0.0
Days Since Change
239295
10-Month High
4.55%4.60%
10-Month Low
4.35%4.60%
Adjustments / Mo
0.200.00
Volatility Score
0.0090.000
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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 295-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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