Chase
Chase Total Checking Bonus
Higher modeled net value with a comparable qualification profile.
Net $385High friction
View offerGood Fit If
Who should actually do this
- You can route at least $500 in qualifying direct deposit without disrupting your main bank setup.
- You prefer offers that do not require a meaningful opening balance.
- You can keep another checking account open for about ~3 months without needing a quick exit.
Think Twice If
Where this can get annoying
- Your current direct deposit setup makes qualifying direct deposit hard to move or verify.
- You want a near-hands-off offer with only one step to track.
Watch For
Failure points before you start
- The offer depends on qualifying direct deposits totaling at least $500.
- Do not treat the account as finished until roughly day 90; early closure can wipe out the payout.
- Chime's official promo page and terms currently advertise this offer through May 27, 2026. The terms say eligibility requires receiving the invitation/advertisement from Chime and enrolling through the promo landing page.
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Citibank
Regular Checking Enhanced Direct Deposit Bonus
Lower modeled payout, but potentially cleaner execution for the same use case.
Net $310High friction
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Turn this offer into an actual plan
If this offer is the one you want to anchor around, send it straight into the planner and let it decide whether this bank bonus should be first, deferred, or left out.
