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American Express vs Varo checking

American Express and Varo checking side by side: fees, minimums, interest, ATMs and overdraft.

APY

American Express: 1.00% APY, no minimum balance to earn
Varo: No checking APY stated

Monthly fee

American Express: $0
Varo: $0

Min to open

American Express: $0
Varo: $0

Min balance

American Express: $0
Varo: $0

ATMs

American Express: No fee at Allpoint and MoneyPass ATMs in the U.S.
Varo: 40,000+ fee-free in-network ATMs; out-of-network fees apply

Overdraft

American Express: not found
Varo: No overdraft fees

Sources: American Express, Varo (2026-10-12).

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FAQ

Which pays more interest on checking, American Express or Varo?

American Express has the higher stated top-tier APY as of 2026-10-12.

Where do these rates come from?

Each rate is read from the bank's own public page on the date shown and linked. Rates change often: confirm on the bank's site before opening. Not financial advice.

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