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HSBC savings accounts and rates
HSBC offers a broad range of savings accounts with interest rates up to 5%.
HSBC is one of the “big four” banks in the UK and is one of the largest banking organisations in the world. It offers a broad range of savings accounts and ISAs that will fit any budget or saving plan.
HSBC's top savings rate of 5% is available on its regular savings account.
Easy access savings accounts
Table: sorted by interest rate
HSBC's best easy access rate of 4% is significantly lower than today's market-best rate of 7.49%.
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Cash ISAs
Table: sorted by interest rate
HSBC's best cash ISA rate of 4.45% is slightly lower than today's market-best rate of 5.01%.
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Fixed-rate bonds
Table: sorted by interest rate
HSBC's best fixed-rate bond rate of 4.45% is slightly lower than today's market-best rate of 5.21%.
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Regular savings accounts
Table: sorted by interest rate
HSBC's best regular savings account rate of 5% is significantly lower than today's market-best rate of 8%.
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Business savings accounts
Table: sorted by interest rate
HSBC's best business savings account rate of 1.96% is significantly lower than today's market-best rate of 5.11%.
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What is HSBC's best savings account with the highest interest rate?
The best savings account depends on what you want from your savings. If you're after fast access to your money, then an easy-access account should suit you. However, if you're happy to lock your money away for a time to access a higher rate, then a fixed-rate bond is a good option.
Finally, if you're looking to maximise your returns and shield them from income tax, consider an ISA. Below, we've listed the different types of accounts HSBC offers, plus the highest interest rate currently available.
| Savings account types include | Easy access, cash ISAs, fixed-rate bonds, regular savers, business |
|---|---|
| Best easy access rate | 4% |
| Best cash ISA rate | 4.45% |
| Best fixed-rate bond rate | 4.45% |
| Best regular saver rate | 5% |
| Best business savings account rate | 1.96% |
| Fixed bond terms | 1 year - 2 years |
| Opening options | Branch, website, mobile app, post, telephone |
| FSCS protection |
Other popular accounts
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How do I decide which account is for me?
First, you will need to decide what you’re looking for in a savings account. You will need to consider how often you are planning to withdraw money and how much money you can afford to save each month.
You need to work out what you need before comparing the different offers available for certain types of savings accounts. Once you’ve done that, it’s useful to look at the following:
- Interest rates
- Fees (if there are any)
- Access to cash (if you need quick access, for instance)
- Rewards and loyalty schemes (if you’re into add-ons or switching bonuses)
HSBC customer reviews
In our independent 2024 customer satisfaction survey, 93% of HSBC’s users said they’d recommend the brand to a friend. Customers highlighted the bank’s competitive rates and helpful customer service. Here’s what some of those HSBC customers had to say:
“The staff in branch are so kind and helpful. And the online banking is so easy to use. I couldn’t wish for better”
“HSBC has a range of different savings options which give you flexibility. This gives customers lots the opportunity to choose what best suits them”
The HSBC app has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 from over 1.3 million reviews on the App Store. On Google Play, the app has a score of 4.7 from over 260,000 Android app users (February 2024).
What are the pros and cons of banking with HSBC?
Pros
- Online banking. There’s no need for a high-street appointment, simply apply and manage your accounts online.
- Flexibility. HSBC offers a range of accounts, whether you’re looking for easy access or long-term gains.
- Decent interest rates. The regular savings account offers particularly competitive interest rates.
Cons
- Better rates elsewhere? HSBC mostly doesn’t have market leading rates, so shop around and see if you can get higher rates elsewhere.
Customer service information for HSBC
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Our verdict
HSBC offers a vast range of savings accounts and other options to help you manage your money, whether you want to lock it away for a set amount of time, or would rather to be able to access it whenever required. So you should find an account to suit you.
Don’t forget, though, to check our round-up of the best savings deals first, to see how HSBC savings accounts weigh up against the competition in terms of rates, fees and perks.
Frequently asked questions
We show offers we can track - that's not every product on the market...yet. Unless we've said otherwise, products are in no particular order. The terms "best", "top", "cheap" (and variations of these) aren't ratings, though we always explain what's great about a product when we highlight it. This is subject to our terms of use. When you make major financial decisions, consider getting independent financial advice. Always consider your own circumstances when you compare products so you get what's right for you. Most of the data in Finder's comparison tables has the source: Moneyfacts Group PLC. In other cases, Finder has sourced data directly from providers.
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