Alliant Credit Union vs Chase Bank

Alliant Credit Union wins — Alliant Credit Union outperforms Chase Bank for most users seeking better rates and lower costs, with 3

Scores: Alliant Credit Union 8.2/10 · Chase Bank 6.8/10

Alliant Credit Union outperforms Chase Bank for most users seeking better rates and lower costs, with 3.10% savings APY versus Chase's 0.01% per their official sites and zero fees versus Chase's $12 monthly. Chase wins for customers needing physical branches and extensive ATM access across 16,000 locations. Alliant's 55,000+ fee-free ATMs and high mobile ratings from sources like Consumer Repor...

Spec-by-spec comparison

Alliant Credit UnionChase Bank
TypeMember-owned credit unionFor-profit national bank
ATM Network55,000+ fee-free ATMs16,000+ Chase ATMs
Savings APYUp to 3.10% (per Alliant site)0.01% standard (per Chase site)
Checking Fees$0 monthly maintenance$12 monthly unless waived

Alliant Credit Union

What works

  • Higher savings rates than most banks
  • No monthly fees on checking or savings
  • Strong mobile app with high user ratings

What doesn't

  • No physical branches
  • Requires $5 membership fee to join

Chase Bank

What works

  • Extensive branch and ATM network
  • Wide range of financial products
  • Strong rewards credit cards

What doesn't

  • Lower interest rates on deposits
  • Monthly fees on many accounts

Bottom line

Our pick: Alliant Credit Union. It edges out the alternative on higher savings rates than most banks. That said, Chase Bank still wins on extensive branch and atm network — consider it if that single trade matters most for your use.

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