M&S Bank savings accounts

M&S Bank offers a variety of savings accounts with interest rates up to 4.45%.

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M&S Bank offers a wide range of savings accounts and ISAs. So whether you’re looking for short term or long term savers, M&S could have something for you.

M&S Bank's top savings rate of 4.45% is available on one of its cash ISA accounts.

Easy access savings accounts

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M&S Bank's best easy access rate of 3% is significantly lower than today's market-best rate of 7.49%.
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Name Product Account type Withdrawals Min. opening balance Interest rate Deposit protection Open via Incentive Apply link
M&S Bank – Variable Rate Savings Option
Cash ISA
Instant access
£1
3% AER variable
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M&S Bank – M&S Everyday Savings Account
Variable
Instant access
£1
2% AER variable
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Cash ISAs

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M&S Bank's best cash ISA rate of 4.45% is slightly lower than today's market-best rate of 5.1%.
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Name Product Interest rate Minimum investment Interest paid Withdrawals Deposit protection Open via Incentive Table product description Apply link
M&S Bank – M&S Cash ISA Fixed Rate Savings option (Issue 52)
4.45% AER fixed for 1 year
£500
Anniversary of account opening
Withdrawals not permitted
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M&S Bank – M&S Cash ISA Fixed Rate Savings option (Issue 52)
4.1% AER fixed for 2 years
£500
Anniversary of account opening
Withdrawals not permitted
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M&S Bank – M&S Cash ISA Fixed Rate Savings option (Issue 52)
3.75% AER fixed for 3 years
£500
Anniversary of account opening
Withdrawals not permitted
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M&S Bank – Variable Rate Savings Option
3% AER variable
£1
Yearly
Instant access
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Fixed-rate bonds

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M&S Bank's best fixed-rate bond rate of 4.45% is slightly lower than today's market-best rate of 5.4%.
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Name Product Interest rate Invest Interest paid Withdrawals Open via Deposit protection Open via Incentive Table product description Apply link
M&S Bank – M&S Fixed Rate Savings Issue 52
4.45% AER fixed for 1 year
£500 - £1,000,000
Anniversary of account opening
Withdrawals not permitted
Website, post, telephone
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M&S Bank – M&S Fixed Rate Savings Issue 52
4.1% AER fixed for 2 years
£500 - £1,000,000
Anniversary of account opening
Withdrawals not permitted
Website, post, telephone
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M&S Bank – M&S Fixed Rate Savings Issue 52
3.75% AER fixed for 3 years
£500 - £1,000,000
Anniversary of account opening
Withdrawals not permitted
Website, post, telephone
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What is M&S Bank'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 M&S Bank offers, plus the highest interest rate currently available.

Savings account types include Easy access, cash ISAs, fixed-rate bonds
Best easy access rate 3%
Best cash ISA rate 4.45%
Best fixed-rate bond rate 4.45%
Fixed bond terms 1 year - 3 years
Opening options Website, post, telephone
FSCS protection

How do I decide which account is for me?

Firstly, you need to work out what you want out of your savings account. You need to decide if you can afford to lock your money away for at least a year or if you’d prefer to be able to access it as and when.

You’ll generally get a better interest rate if you are happy to tie up your money in a fixed rate bond. But this type of account is best for those who have a lump sum to invest as you can’t usually add to your savings after the initial deposit. If you’d prefer to be able to top up your funds, as well as withdraw them, an easy access savings account will likely be the better option.

Once you’ve worked out what type of savings account you need, you can weigh up the different savings accounts available. Useful aspects to consider are:

  • 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)

What are the pros and cons of banking with M&S?

Pros

  • Range of accounts. Choose from an Everyday Savings account, fixed rate saving bonds and a cash ISA.
  • Online banking. Apply and manage your M&S savings accounts online.
  • FSCS protection. Your money is protected under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme.

Cons

  • Clunky, outdated security. All current account customers need an ‘M&S PASS’. Without this small authentication gadget you won’t be able to login. Nor make certain transactions.
  • Basic app. Only lets you manage the Everyday Savings account.
  • No bank branches. M&S Bank closed all of its bank branches in 2021 so you’ll no longer be able to benefit from face-to-face services.

Customer service information for M&S Bank

Email support
Telephone support
In-app or live chat
Contact form
Branch support

Our verdict

M&S Bank savings accounts include everyday, tax-free and fixed-rate options, so they should cover your needs, whether you’re looking to save little and often or in big chunks. Read our savings reviews first, though, to make sure an M&S savings account is right for you and see how it weighs up against other savings providers.

Frequently asked questions

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