Barclays vs. CIT Bank
Barclays's Tiered Savings pays 3.65% APY while CIT Bank's Platinum Savings pays 3.75% APY.
See how they compare on rate stability, mobile app ratings, and more below.
The Bottom Line
Who pays more interest on $10,000? CIT Bank pays $25 more than Barclays annually ($375 vs $350).
Choose CIT Bank if getting the best rate matters most, or you want Zelle for quick transfers.
| Metric | BarclaysTiered Savings Sep 5, 2026 | CIT BankPlatinum Savings Sep 5, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| APY | 3.50% - 3.65% | 0.25% - 3.75% |
Earns in a year | $5,000+$175 $10,000+$350 $25,000+$875 | $5,000+$188 $10,000+$375 $25,000+$938 |
Min. Deposit | $0 | $100 |
Snapshot view. Rates subject to change. | ||
Terms | The top APY is only available for balances over $250,000. For lower balances, a lower APY applies. | This is a tiered savings account, where the stated APY requires meeting the $5,000 balance requirement. Lower balances earn a lower APY. |
| Features | FDIC InsuredNo MinimumsGreat iOS AppGreat Android AppDaily CompoundingRate Changes Often | FDIC InsuredMod. MinimumGreat iOS AppGreat Android AppZelle® SupportedDaily CompoundingStable Rate |
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.
Executive Summary
CIT Bank offers a competitive Platinum Savings account with a high APY of 3.75% for balances of $5,000 or more, making it the winner in this comparison. This account provides better returns compared to Barclays' Tiered Savings account, which reaches a maximum APY of 3.65% but requires a minimum balance of $250,000 to earn that rate. For those looking for a simpler option, CIT Bank also features a Savings Connect account with a consistent APY of 3.65% and no direct deposit requirement. Both banks are online-only and do not charge maintenance fees.
The analysis is based on current Banksparency database records
* This content is provided for informational purposes only; always verify details with the provider.
Why Barclays?
No distinct advantages found vs CIT Bank.
Why CIT Bank?
- Fast transfers via Zelle®
Key Feature Differences
Better Returns at $10,000
CIT BankCIT Bank's Platinum Savings earns more on smaller deposits (approx. $375 vs $350/yr).
Better Returns at $25,000
CIT BankCIT Bank's Platinum Savings pulls ahead with larger amounts (approx. $938 vs $875/yr).
Better for Simplicity
CIT BankCIT Bank's Savings Connect offers 3.65% APY with no bundling, direct deposit requirement or caps.
Shared Benefits
Over a 1-year period, CIT Bank's Platinum Savings pays $25 more interest on a $10,000 balance than Barclays's Tiered Savings.
*This calculation assumes current rates remain consistent for 1 year and does not include temporary bonuses.
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Barclays vs. CIT Bank Savings Calculator
You earn $25 more with CIT Bank than Barclays 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.
Barclays
Tiered Savings
Savings Breakdown
- Interest Earned+$350.00(3.4%)
- Total Contributions$0
- Initial Deposit$10,000
Projected Balance
$10,350.00
CIT Bank
Platinum Savings
Savings Breakdown
- Interest Earned+$375.00(3.6%)
- Total Contributions$0
- Initial Deposit$10,000
Projected Balance
$10,375.00
The Banksparency Savings Calculator provides estimated savings growth based on user input and our latest data.
Still at a large branch bank?
A typical branch-bank savings rate is 0.05% APY. On a $10,000 balance, the gap to these two banks is at least $345 a year in interest.
Both Barclays and CIT Bank advertise far more than that typical branch-bank rate.
| Feature | Barclays | CIT Bank |
|---|---|---|
| APY | 3.65% Range: 3.50% - 3.65% Observed: 9/5/2026 0.35%90-day change | 3.75% Range: 0.25% - 3.75% Observed: 9/5/2026 Stable over 90 days |
| Product Name | Tiered Savings | Platinum Savings |
| Minimum Deposit | $0 | $100 |
| Min. Balance for APY | $0.01 | $5,000 |
| Monthly Fee | $0 | $0 |
| Compound Frequency | Daily | Daily |
| In-Branch Access | No | No |
| Account Type | Online Only | Online Only |
| Physical Branches | 1 (DE) | Not reported |
| Direct Deposit Req. | None | None |
| Checking Bundle | No | No |
| Mobile Apps | ||
| FDIC or NCUA Insured | YesVerify FDIC | YesVerify FDIC |
| Zelle® Support | Not Supported | Available Supported for eChecking users post-First Citizens merger. |
| BBB Rating | A+ | A+ |
| Important Notes | The top APY is only available for balances over $250,000. For lower balances, a lower APY applies. | This is a tiered savings account, where the stated APY requires meeting the $5,000 balance requirement. Lower balances earn a lower APY. |
| Next Steps | Visit SiteVerify at Barclays Non-sponsored link to official site | Visit SiteVerify at CIT Bank Non-sponsored link to official site |
Compare Savings Rates Over Time
Historical Performance
| Metric | Barclays | CIT Bank | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tiered Savings | Online Savings | Platinum Savings | Savings Connect | |
Current APY | 3.65% | 3.20% | 3.75% | 3.65% |
Trend | Stable | Stable | Stable | Stable |
Speed of change | -0.04 | -0.04 | -0.04 | -0.04 |
Days Since Change | 73 | 2 | 289 | 289 |
12-Month High | 4.10% | 3.70% | 4.00% | 3.90% |
12-Month Low | 3.65% | 3.20% | 3.75% | 3.65% |
Changes per month | 0.33 | 0.41 | 0.17 | 0.17 |
Steadiness | 0.019 | 0.023 | 0.019 | 0.020 |
How to read these metrics(Click to expand)
Trends and speed
- Trend: The general direction of the rate over the analyzed period. Useful for seeing whether a bank is raising its rate or letting it slip.
- Speed of change: How fast the rate moves. A high positive number means they raise rates quickly. A reading of 0.10 is a tenth of a percentage point each month.
- Changes per month: How often the rate moves. A high number means it changes constantly; a low number means it holds.
Risk & Range
- High/Low: The absolute ceiling and floor of the rate during the 362-day window.
- Steadiness: How far the rate swings around its average. A lower score means a steadier, more predictable rate.
- Days Since Change: A high number, for example above 90, means the rate rarely moves. A low number means it changed recently.
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