CIT Bank vs Synchrony

CIT Bank pays 4.10% APY vs. Synchrony's 3.30%. CIT Bank wins on rate; Synchrony carries a stronger brand reputation.

Option A

CIT Bank

3.75%
APY
Min
$0
Fee
$0/mo
FDIC
Yes
Best for: rate-maximizing savers
Open with CIT Bank
Option B

Synchrony

3.30%
APY
Min
$0
Fee
$0/mo
FDIC
Yes
Best for: With no minimum monthly balance requirement and only 1 cent required to open an account, nearly anyone can open a savings account at Synchrony.
Open with Synchrony

How this comparison was built

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