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Savings Account Comparison

Bank of America vs. Capital One

Bank of America's Advantage Savings pays 0.04% APY while Capital One's 360 Performance Savings pays 3.00% APY.

See how they compare on rate stability, mobile app ratings, and more below.

Analysis by Aviel Fahl
Updated August 21, 2026

The Bottom Line

Who pays more interest on $10,000? Capital One pays $296 more than Bank of America annually ($300 vs $4).

Choose Capital One if getting the best rate matters most, or you value in-person banking.

Comparison of Bank of America vs Capital One savings accounts
Metric

Bank of America

Advantage Savings

Aug 21, 2026

Capital One

Business Savings Account

Aug 20, 2026
APY0.04%3.50%
Est. Earnings
$5,000+$2
$10,000+$4
$25,000+$10
$5,000+$175
$10,000+$350
$25,000+$875
Min Deposit
$100$0

Snapshot view. Rates subject to change.

Terms
APY may vary by market. The monthly fee may be waived under some circumstances, such as if you maintain a minimum balance of $500, or are below the age of 25, etc.-
Features
FDIC InsuredLow MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android AppIn-Person AccessZelle® SupportedRate Changes Often
FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android AppIn-Person AccessZelle® Supported

Market Reality Check

Both of these institutions offer rates below the top 10 savings and money market accounts we track. Those institutions all pay at least 4.01% APY.

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Comparison Analysis

Comparing Bank of America vs. Capital One

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Executive Summary

A detailed summary for this comparison is being prepared. Check back soon.

The analysis is based on current Banksparency database records

* This content is provided for informational purposes only; always verify details with the provider.

Why Bank of America?

No distinct advantages found vs Capital One.

Why Capital One?

  • Higher potential APY (2.50%-3.50% vs 0.01%-0.04%) on all balances
  • No checking account or direct deposit required
  • Physical branch access (Over 200 branches in Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Virginia and Washington, D.C.)

Key Feature Differences

Better Returns at $10,000
Capital One

Capital One's Business Savings Account earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $350 vs $4/yr).

Better Returns at $25,000
Capital One

Capital One's Business Savings Account pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $875 vs $10/yr).

Best for Simplicity
Capital One

Capital One's Business Savings Account offers 3.50% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.

Shared Benefits

Both offer monthly maintenance-free account options Fast transfers via Zelle® Available Nationwide Available to New & Existing Customers
The Bottom Line on APY (Interest Only)

Over a 1-year period, Capital One's Business Savings Account pays $346 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Bank of America's Advantage Savings.

*This calculation assumes current rates remain consistent for 1 year and does not include temporary bonuses.

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Bank of America vs. Capital One Savings Calculator

Calculations based on current APY for Advantage Savings and Business Savings Account
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You earn $346 more with Capital One than Bank of America on a $10,000 initial deposit for 1 year*.

*This calculation assumes that APYs remain unchanged for 1 year, and takes into account known promo rate periods, but does not factor in bonuses. You can see how often these banks have changed their rates in the Compare Savings Rates Over Time section below.

Bank of America

Advantage Savings

0.04% APY
ℹ️Tiered rates: 0.04% ($0 - $4,999) | 0.04% ($5,000 - $9,999) | 0.04% ($10,000 - $24,999) | 0.04% ($25,000 - $49,999) | 0.04% ($50,000 - $99,999) | 0.04% ($100,000 - $499,999) | 0.04% ($500,000 - $2,499,999) | 0.04% ($2,500,000 - $9,999,999) | 0.04% ($10,000,000+)

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$4.00(0.0%)
  • Total Contributions
    $0
  • Initial Deposit
    $10,000

Projected Balance

$10,004.00

Effective APY
0.04%

Capital One

Business Savings Account

3.50% APY

Savings Breakdown

  • Interest Earned
    +$350.00(3.4%)
  • Total Contributions
    $0
  • Initial Deposit
    $10,000

Projected Balance

$10,350.00

Effective APY
3.50%

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

FeatureBank of AmericaCapital One
APY
0.04%
Verified: 8/21/2026
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3.50%
Verified: 8/20/2026
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Product NameAdvantage SavingsBusiness Savings Account
Minimum Deposit$100$0
Min. Balance for APY$0.01$0
Monthly Fee$8N/A
Compound FrequencyMonthlyMonthly
In-Branch AccessYesYes
Account Type
Online & Branches
Online & Branches
Physical BranchesN/AOver 200 branches in Louisiana, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Texas, Virginia and Washington, D.C.
Direct Deposit Req.NoneNone
Checking BundleNoNo
Mobile Apps
iOS4.8
Android4.6
iOS4.8
Android4.5
FDIC or NCUA Insured
Zelle® Support
Available
Limit: $3,500/dayFounding member; highest limits for established users.
Available
Limit: $2,500/dayAvailable for 360 Checking accounts.
BBB RatingA+A+
Important NotesAPY may vary by market. The monthly fee may be waived under some circumstances, such as if you maintain a minimum balance of $500, or are below the age of 25, etc.-
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📈 Compare Savings Rates Over Time

Historical Performance

Last 7 Months Analysis
MetricBank of AmericaCapital One
Advantage Relationship BankingBusiness Advantage Savings360 Performance SavingsBusiness Savings Account
Current APY
0.02%0.01%3.00%3.50%
Trend
Stable Stable Stable Stable
Velocity (bps/mo)
0.1-0.0-3.50.0
Days Since Change
849380149
7-Month High
0.11%0.02%3.20%3.50%
7-Month Low
0.02%0.01%3.00%3.50%
Adjustments / Mo
0.590.590.300.00
Volatility Score
0.8940.3540.0260.000
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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 202-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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