High-Yield Savings Account Comparison

Presidential Bank vs. SoFi 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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Presidential Bank

Advantage Savings

Up to
4.00%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredMod. MinimumDirect Deposit ReqChecking BundleGreat iOS AppGreat Android AppIn-Person Access
Range: 3.50% 4.00%
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Rate Stability

30 days
↘︎ 0.25%
90 days
↘︎ 0.50%

SoFi Bank

SoFi Savings

Up to
4.30%
APY
Dec 6, 2025
FDIC InsuredChecking BundleNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android App
Range: 3.60% 4.30%
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Min. Deposit$0
Min. Balance$0
Maintenance Fee$0
Compound FreqDaily
Direct DepositWhile direct deposit is not required, the alternative is a subscription fee of $10/month
Deposit InsuranceFDIC Insured(Cert: 26881)
EligibilityUnited States
Mobile Ratings
BBB Rating

Important Note

Limited offer: The 4.30% 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.

Rate Stability

30 days
↘︎ 0.20%
90 days
↗︎ 0.50%

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Comparison Analysis

Comparing Presidential Bank vs. SoFi Bank

Updated: Dec 6, 2025

Why Presidential Bank?

  • Physical branch access (10 locations in Maryland, Virginia and Washington D.C.)

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
  • Higher potential APY (4.30% vs 4.00%) on all balances

— Key Feature Differences —

Better Returns at $10,000
SoFi Bank

SoFi Bank's SoFi Savings earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $430 vs $400/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
SoFi Bank

SoFi Bank's SoFi Savings pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $1075 vs $1000/yr).

Requires Banking Relationship

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

Shared Benefits

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

Over a 1-year period, SoFi Bank's SoFi Savings pays $30 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Presidential Bank's Advantage Savings.

Presidential BankSoFi Bank
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Executive Summary

SoFi Bank offers a competitive APY of 4.30% on its SoFi Savings account, which is available online and does not require a direct deposit, though a subscription fee of $10/month can be an alternative. This account also comes bundled with a checking account that yields 0.50% APY. In contrast, Presidential Bank's Advantage Savings account provides a slightly lower APY of 4.00%, but it requires a monthly direct deposit of $500 into an Advantage Checking Account to earn this rate. Overall, SoFi Bank's product stands out for its higher yield and more flexible access.

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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FeaturePresidential BankSoFi Bank
APY
4.00%
Range: 3.50% - 4.00%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↘︎ 0.50%90d Change
4.30%
Range: 3.60% - 4.30%
Verified: 12/6/2025
↗︎ 0.50%90d Change
Product NameAdvantage SavingsSoFi Savings
Minimum Deposit$5,000$0
Min. Balance for APYN/A$0
Monthly Fee$0$0
Branch AccessYesNone
Account Type
Online & Branches
Online Only
Direct Deposit Req.
RequiredTo earn the higher APY you need a monthly direct deposit into an Advantage Checking Account of $500.
None
Checking Bundle Yes Yes
Mobile Apps
iOS4.8
Android4.1
iOS4.8
Android4.0
BBB RatingA-A+
Important Notes-Limited offer: The 4.30% 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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Savings Comparison

Calculations based on current APY.
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SoFi Bank earns $194.7 more than Presidential Bank.

Presidential Bank

Advantage Savings

4.00% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,434.70(11.9%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,434.70

Effective APY
4.00%

SoFi Bank

SoFi Savings

4.30% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$2,629.40(12.7%)
  • Total Contributions
    $13,000
  • Initial Deposit
    $5,000

Projected Balance

$20,629.40

Effective APY
4.30%

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Historical Performance

Last 10 Months Analysis
MetricPresidential BankSoFi Bank
Advantage SavingsSoFi Savings
Current APY
4.00%4.30%
Trend
Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
-2.37.1
Days Since Change
1524
10-Month High
4.50%4.50%
10-Month Low
4.00%3.80%
Adjustments / Mo
0.190.28
Volatility Score
0.0310.074
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 318-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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