Discover Bank vs UFB Direct
Head-to-head comparison of Discover Online Savings Account and UFB Secure Savings, updated daily.
UFB Direct currently wins on APY: 4.57% vs 4.00%
| Feature | Discover BankUpdated 1d ago | UFB DirectUpdated 1d ago |
|---|---|---|
| APY | 4.00% | 4.57%★ |
| Min opening deposit | $0 | $0 |
| Min balance for APY | $0 | $0 |
| Monthly fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Insurance | FDIC | FDIC |
| Compounding | daily | daily |
| ATM access | No | Yes★ |
| Check writing | No | No |
| Mobile app | Yes | Yes |
| Editor rating | 4.1 / 5★ | 4.0 / 5 |
Discover Bank verdict
Discover is solid but no longer at the top of the rate league. We still recommend it for savers who already have a Discover credit card and want everything in one place. Otherwise, SoFi or Marcus offer 40-60bps more for similar terms.
Read full Discover Bank review →UFB Direct verdict
UFB Direct is one of the rate leaders and includes an ATM card, which is unusual. Our concern is customer service — UFB has had mixed reviews in third-party surveys. If you are confident you will not need much hand-holding, the math works in your favor.
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