High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Pibank vs. Synchrony Bank

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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Synchrony Bank

High Yield Savings

3.65%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
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Comparison Analysis

Comparing Pibank vs. Synchrony Bank

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Pibank?

  • Higher potential APY (4.60% vs 3.65%) on all balances

Why Synchrony Bank?

  • Higher rated iOS app (4.8 vs 2.4)
  • Higher rated Android app (4.5 vs 1.7)

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
Pibank

Pibank's Pibank Savings earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $460 vs $365/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
Pibank

Pibank's Pibank Savings pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1150 vs $913/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
Synchrony Bank

Synchrony Bank offers an iOS app rated 4.8 (vs. 2.4) and Android app rated 4.5 (vs. 1.7)

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, Pibank's Pibank Savings pays $95 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Synchrony Bank's High Yield Savings.

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Executive Summary

Pibank offers a competitive savings product, the Pibank Savings account, with an APY of 4.60%, making it the winner in this comparison. This account requires no minimum deposit or balance, has no maintenance fees, and does not mandate direct deposit, providing a straightforward option for savers. In contrast, Synchrony Bank's High Yield Savings account offers a lower APY of 3.65% but also features no minimum deposit or balance requirements. Both banks operate online only, ensuring easy access to their savings accounts.

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.

FeaturePibankSynchrony Bank
APY
4.60%
Verified: 12/6/2025
Stable (90d)
3.65%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.15%90d Change
Product NamePibank SavingsHigh Yield Savings
Minimum Deposit$0$0
Min. Balance for APY$0.01$0
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessNoneNone
Account Type
Online Only
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.NoneNone
Checking BundleNoNo
Mobile Apps
iOS2.4
Android1.7
iOS4.8
Android4.5
BBB RatingANot Rated
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Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
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Pibank earns $616.1 more than Synchrony Bank.

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%

Synchrony Bank

High Yield Savings

3.65% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,209.70(10.9%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,209.70

Effective APY
3.65%

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Historical Performance

Last 10 Months Analysis
MetricPibankSynchrony Bank
Pibank SavingsHigh Yield Savings
Current APY
4.60%3.65%
Trend
Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-0.0-3.3
Days Since Change
29518
10-Month High
4.60%4.00%
10-Month Low
4.60%3.65%
Adjustments / Mo
0.000.20
Volatility Score
0.0000.029
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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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