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American Express National Bank vs Marcus by Goldman Sachs

Head-to-head comparison of American Express High Yield Savings and Marcus Online Savings Account, updated daily.

Marcus by Goldman Sachs currently wins on APY: 3.65% vs 3.20%

FeatureAmerican Express National BankLiveMarcus by Goldman SachsLive
APY3.20%3.65%
Min opening deposit$0$0
Min balance for APY$0$0
Monthly fee$0.00$0.00
InsuranceFDICFDIC
Compoundingdailydaily
ATM accessNoNo
Check writingNoNo
Mobile appYesYes
Editor rating4.0 / 54.5 / 5

American Express National Bank verdict

Amex is the bank you pick when you want zero surprises. It will rarely lead the APY tables, but it will also rarely fall to the bottom — Amex tends to track the Fed Funds rate cleanly. Best for existing Amex card customers who value consolidation.

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Marcus by Goldman Sachs verdict

Marcus is the conservative choice. It does not have the absolute highest APY on the market, but it is consistently within the top tier and is backed by one of the most established financial institutions in the world. For savers who prioritize stability over chasing rates, this is our recommended option.

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