Savings Account Guides 

SIPP Charges
 Do you know how safe your savings are? Should you choose a fixed rate or a bonus rate? Our useful savings guides could help you to make the most of your money.
Read more »

Latest Savings Commentary

Income is king

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 15 May 2012

Investing for income is always a popular investment theme, never more so than in recent months with income solutions ruling the roost over the ISA season for both the cash ISAs and investment ISAs. ... Read more

7% potential annual income, capital protected

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 10 May 2012

"The latest Fair Investment Income Deposit Plan offers capital protection plus the potential to earn 7% for each year the FTSE 100 remains between 4,500 and 7,000 points (yesterday’s clos... Read more

The savings dilemma and the rise of alternatives

Oliver Roylance-Smith / 01 May 2012

The economic landscape continues to create a real dilemma for savings and put a spotlight on the fixed rate bond. With yields on these lowering amid continued pressures on getting the most out of yo... Read more

Best Cash ISA Rates

Compare our best cash ISA rates 

Find some of the best Cash ISA rates around using the tables below. You can also use the tables below to compare different cash ISAs depending on the type you are looking for:

Cash ISA Selection
ProviderPlan NameDeposit TakerISA OptionTermMaximum Potential ReturnMore Info
FTSE 100 3 Year Deposit Plan Investec Bank plcyes3 years17.25%More Info >
  • 3 year structured deposit plan
  • Capital protected
  • Target return of 17.25%
  • Available as a Cash ISA & for ISA transfers
  • Also available to businesses, charities and trusts
  • Plan designed to be held for full term
  • May close early if oversubscribed
Income Deposit PlanRoyal Bank of Scotland plcyes6 Years7.00%
per annum		More Info >
  • 6 year structured deposit plan
  • Capital protected
  • Available for Cash ISA & Cash ISA transfers
  • Also available to businesses, charities and trusts
  • Income is not guaranteed
  • Plan designed to be held for full term
  • May close early if oversubscribed
FTSE 100 Kick Out Deposit Plan - Option 2Investec Bank plcyesUp to
5 years		6.00%
per annum		More Info >
  • 5 year structured deposit plan
  • Capital protected
  • Potential for early maturity after years 2,3 and 4
  • Available as a Cash ISA & for ISA transfers
  • Also available to businesses, charities and trusts
  • Plan designed to be held for full term
  • May close early if oversubscribed
Important Information: Structured deposits offer you the potential to earn higher returns than you would with a regular savings account. Your returns are based on the performance of an index or commodity. If the investment does not perform well you may receive no income or capital growth, but you can be confident that your capital will be repaid. You have no access to your deposit during the term of the account, typically 3 to 6 years but your original capital will be repaid in full at the end of the term. In the event that the deposit taker is unable to repay your initial investment and any returns stated you may be entitled to compensation from the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) depending on your individual circumstances.
Instant Access Cash ISAs
ProviderAccountInterest Rate (AER)TermApply
3.35%Easy AccessApply Now >
3.35% AER variable tax-free with a fixed bonus of 2.35% until 31st October 2013 for balances over £1,000. Balances under £1,000 earn 0.25% AER variable tax-free.
3.00%Instant AccessApply Now >
3.00% AER (2.96% gross p.a) tax free guaranteed for 12 months. Open with £1. No restrictions on withdrawals.
2.65%Instant accessApply Now >
The rate includes a fixed introductory bonus of 1.65% for the first 18 months from account opening.
2.50%Instant AccessApply Now >
Instant access cash ISA open to new and existing customers. Transfers accepted. £10 minimum deposit.
Fixed Rate Cash ISAs
ProviderAccountInterest Rate (AER)TermApply
3.70%2 YearsApply Now >
3.70% tax free/AER fixed on balances from £10,000 or more. 3.40% on balances of less than £10,000. Minimum opening balance is £3,000.
3.30%1 YearApply Now >
3.30% gross/AER fixed for 1 year. £1,000 minimum opening balance. Withdraw cash early if you need to (subject to loss of interest).
The best cash ISA rates available to you will depend on your requirements and how much you intend to invest. ISAs (Individual Savings Accounts) allow you to save money which is exempt from tax.

The interest rates for ISAs vary from one provider to the next, and usually increase with the amount that you save. As well as looking for the best cash ISA rates, you should also think about:

  • Minimum balance - some providers insist on the full allowance as an opening balance
  • Tiered interest rates - higher deposits receive higher interest
  • Whether you can transfer a previous ISA balance into your new ISA
  • Do you have instant access to your money? Some providers have penalty notice periods but can offer higher rates

See the tables above for some of the best ISA rates in the market.

Cash ISA Reviews

Popular Cash ISA Searches