LendingClub Bank vs Wealthfront (Brokerage Cash)
Head-to-head comparison of LendingClub LevelUp Savings and Wealthfront Cash Account, updated daily.
| Feature | LendingClub BankUpdated 1d ago | Wealthfront (Brokerage Cash)Updated 1d ago |
|---|---|---|
| APY | 4.50% | 4.50% |
| Min opening deposit | $0★ | $1 |
| Min balance for APY | $0 | $0 |
| Monthly fee | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Insurance | FDIC | FDIC |
| Compounding | daily | monthly |
| ATM access | Yes | Yes |
| Check writing | No | Yes★ |
| Mobile app | Yes | Yes |
| Editor rating | 4.3 / 5 | 4.7 / 5★ |
LendingClub Bank verdict
LendingClub LevelUp is a clever product — the bonus tier is unlocked with just $250/month in deposits, which is achievable for almost anyone. For accumulators (people building savings, not draining them), this is one of the best structures on the market.
Read full LendingClub Bank review →Wealthfront (Brokerage Cash) verdict
Wealthfront's Cash Account is technically a brokerage sweep product, not a bank account — but the practical experience is identical, and the FDIC pass-through coverage ceiling is the highest on this list. If you have over $250k in cash, Wealthfront is the cleanest way to keep it fully insured in one place.
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