Australia's Best Savings and Bank Accounts for 2021 Unveiled

With interest rates in Australia stuck at an all time low, getting the best value savings, bank accounts and term deposits is critical, whether you’re wanting to maximise your interest rate, enjoy fee-free everyday banking or reach your savings goal faster.

With a heap of accounts to choose from, it can be daunting deciding which one is right for you. From minimum fees, to no account keeping fees, to high interest rates, our Mozo experts have put their heads together to work out which savings accounts do the best job of helping Aussies to meet their savings  and everyday banking goals.

For our 2021 Mozo Experts’ Choice Awards, we compared savings, bank accounts and term deposits from 81 financial institutions to identify the best on the market. So if you’re on the lookout for somewhere to stash your loose change, here are some of our top picks.

SAVINGS ACCOUNTS

MyState Bank - Bonus Saver Account
  • 1.20% maximum interest rate (up to $250,000)
  • No account keeping fees
  • 2021 Mozo Experts Choice winner

If you’re a committed saver who likes to be rewarded for your good habits, then you should check out the MyState Bank Bonus Saver Account. This savings account features a neat 1.20% maximum interest rate and no account keeping fees. All you need to do is get that rate is make five transactions and deposit $20 into the account every month. You’ll have your interest paid out monthly and only need $1 to open an account. Simple as.

BANK ACCOUNTS

HSBC - Everyday Global Account
  • 2% cashback on tap & pay purchases under AU$100 (conditions apply)
  • Lock in an exchange rate ahead of time or convert Aussie dollars when you spend
  • 2021 Mozo Experts Choice winner

HSBC’s Everyday Global Account is one that’s super special. There are no minimum deposit or minimum balance requirements and you can also make unlimited free transactions online, over the phone, via EFTPOS, BPAY or direct debits, as well as using HSBC ATMs fee-free. But where this account really stands out is that it allows you to keep up to ten currencies in one bank account to spend when you travel or shop internationally.

Suncorp - Everyday Options
  • Freedom to create up to 9 sub-accounts
  • An interest rate of 0.05% p.a. on each sub-account
  • 2021 Mozo Experts Choice winner

The 2021 Mozo Experts Choice Award winning Everyday Options account from Suncorp is a handy everyday bank account with a difference. Not only does it boast a range of flexible options to help you to manage your day-to-day money needs, you’ll also have the ability to link up to nine sub-accounts (each of which can earn you an interest rate of 0.10% p.a.) that can be used for different goals.

TERM DEPOSITS

Judo Bank - Term Deposit
  • 1.20% p.a. for a two year term
  • 0.10% loyalty bonus available
  • 2021 Mozo Experts Choice winner

With the Judo Bank Term Deposit, savers will have access to a range of competitive interest rates, which can be paid out on either a monthly or yearly basis or when the term deposit hits maturity. Aussies can earn 1.20% in interest on a two year term and have the option to have their interest paid to another bank. Plus, savers also have the opportunity to earn a 0.10% loyalty bonus if they reinvest their balance in another term deposit once it reaches maturity.

Want to compare more savings accounts? Compare over 80 banks on Mozo to find a high interest savings accountterm deposit account or everyday transaction account for your needs.

To see the full list of deposit winners for 2021, head on over to our 2021 Mozo Experts Choice Awards Bank Accounts and Savings winners page

* Different interest rates apply to different amounts or different interest payment frequencies.

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