NAB vs CommBank

Compare NAB and CBA bank accounts, savings accounts, home loand and credit cards to see which bank is right for you.

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NAB vs CBA transaction accounts

Name Monthly fee Govt. Guarantee Own network ATM fee Card type
Commonwealth Bank Smart Access
Commonwealth Bank logo
Apple Pay Google Pay Samsung Pay Garmin Pay
Monthly fee
$4
Government Guarantee
Own network ATM fee
$0
Card type
Mastercard
More Info
NAB Classic Banking Account
NAB logo
Apple Pay Google Pay Samsung Pay Garmin Pay
Monthly fee
$0
Government Guarantee
Own network ATM fee
$0
Card type
Visa
More Info
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If you’re looking for a basic transaction account to help you manage your everyday banking, NAB offers the Classic Banking Account and CommBank provides the Everyday Account Smart Access.

Both accounts come with a free debit card and offer 24/7 online access via Internet banking or the bank's mobile app. Both accounts allow for free ATM withdrawals at all Big Four bank ATMs Australia-wide, and have no fees for electronic transactions.

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"One major difference is the NAB Classic Banking Account has no monthly acconut fee and no minimum deposit requirement, while CBA charges a $4 fee. This fee is waived if you deposit $2,000 a month or you're under 30."

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Both banks also offer special transaction accounts for pensioners and retirees, including the NAB Retirement Account and the CommBank Pensioner Security Account.

NAB vs CBA savings accounts

There are several different types of savings accounts available from NAB and CommBank.

High-interest savings accounts

Product AUFSA Finder Score Maximum Variable Rate p.a. Base interest rate Intro/Ongoing Government Guarantee Monthly Max Rate Conditions
NAB logo
Finder score
Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
4.90%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
1.75%
Intro/Ongoing
4 months
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • N/A
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Commonwealth Bank logo
Finder score
Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
4.90%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
2.15%
Intro/Ongoing
5 months
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • N/A
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How the Finder Score helps you find a better savings account

The Finder Score is a simple score out of 10. The higher a savings account's score, the better we think it is for the average customer.

We score each savings account in our database of hundreds based on a data-driven methodology with 2 main criteria: Does the account offer a high interest rate? And is it easy for savers to actually earn that rate?

Read the full Finder Score breakdown

Both the NAB iSaver Account and CommBank's NetBank Saver Account offer bonus interest rates for new customers for an introductory period. CBA's account offers the higher bonus rate for 5 months, while NAB offers it for 4 months.

Neither account has any ongoing monthly deposit conditions to meet.

Reward/bonus saver accounts

Reward saver accounts pay bonus interest to “reward” you for satisfying special terms and conditions, for example depositing a minimum amount into your account each month.

Product AUFSA Finder Score Maximum Variable Rate p.a. Base interest rate Intro/Ongoing Government Guarantee Monthly Max Rate Conditions
NAB logo
Finder score
Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
4.65%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
0.10%
Intro/Ongoing
Ongoing
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • 1 deposit
  • No withdrawals
View details
Commonwealth Bank logo
Finder score
Maximum Variable Rate p.a.
4.65%
Standard Variable Rate p.a.
0.35%
Intro/Ongoing
Ongoing
Government Guarantee
Monthly Max Rate Conditions
  • At least 1 deposit
  • Grow balance
View details
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How the Finder Score helps you find a better savings account

The Finder Score is a simple score out of 10. The higher a savings account's score, the better we think it is for the average customer.

We score each savings account in our database of hundreds based on a data-driven methodology with 2 main criteria: Does the account offer a high interest rate? And is it easy for savers to actually earn that rate?

Read the full Finder Score breakdown

Both acconuts offer quite similar interest rates, but the conditions to earn bonus interest does vary slightly.

The NAB Reward Saver pays bonus interest every month you make at least 1 deposit (of any amount) but do not make any withdrawals. You also need to make the deposit by the second last banking day of the month.

The CommBank GoalSaver Account paye bonus interest each month you make at least 1 deposit (of any amount) and grow your balance. So unlike with NAB, you can make withdrawals from CommBank's account, however you need to replace the money by the end of the month so your balance grows.

CommBank offers its YouthSaver Account to customers under 17 years of age. This provides a maximum variable rate of 4.75% p.a. to account holders who make at least 1 deposit but do not make any withdrawals each month.

NAB vs CBA home loans

Both banks are two of the biggest lenders in the country, offering many different mortgage products for owner-occupiers and investors.

Both lenders offer competitive interest rates. In fact, their lowest rates are often identical. And the two lenders often have similar cashback offers for refinancers.

Compare CBA home loans

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Name Interest Rate p.a. Comparison Rate p.a. Fees Monthly Payment
Commonwealth Bank logo
Interest only40% min. depositInvestment
Commonwealth Bank logo
Interest only40% min. depositInvestment
Product NameCommonwealth Bank Digi Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Interest Only
Interest Rate p.a.6.35%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.32%
Minimum Loan Amount$100,000
Maximum Loan Amount N/A
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 60%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan Facility
Fixed Interest Option
Loan Portable
Extra Repayments Yes
Interest Rate
6.35%
Comparison Rate
6.32%
Fees
Application: $300
Ongoing: $10 per month
Monthly Payment
$935
Commonwealth Bank logo
Interest only30% min. depositInvestment
Commonwealth Bank logo
Interest only30% min. depositInvestment
Product NameCommonwealth Bank Digi Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Interest Only
Interest Rate p.a.6.37%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.34%
Minimum Loan Amount$100,000
Maximum Loan Amount N/A
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 70%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan Facility
Fixed Interest Option
Loan Portable
Extra Repayments Yes
Interest Rate
6.37%
Comparison Rate
6.34%
Fees
Application: $300
Ongoing: $10 per month
Monthly Payment
$937
Commonwealth Bank logo
Interest only40% min. depositOwner-occupier
Commonwealth Bank logo
Interest only40% min. depositOwner-occupier
Product NameCommonwealth Bank Digi Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Interest Only
Interest Rate p.a.6.39%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.23%
Minimum Loan Amount$100,000
Maximum Loan Amount N/A
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 60%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan Facility
Fixed Interest Option
Loan Portable
Extra Repayments Yes
Interest Rate
6.39%
Comparison Rate
6.23%
Fees
Application: $300
Ongoing: $10 per month
Monthly Payment
$939
Commonwealth Bank logo
Principal & Interest40% min. depositOwner-occupier
Commonwealth Bank logo
Principal & Interest40% min. depositOwner-occupier
Product NameCommonwealth Bank Digi Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.5.90%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.03%
Minimum Loan Amount$100,000
Maximum Loan Amount N/A
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 60%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan Facility
Fixed Interest Option
Loan Portable
Extra Repayments Yes
Interest Rate
5.90%
Comparison Rate
6.03%
Fees
Application: $300
Ongoing: $10 per month
Monthly Payment
$891
Commonwealth Bank logo
Principal & Interest40% min. depositInvestment
Commonwealth Bank logo
Principal & Interest40% min. depositInvestment
Product NameCommonwealth Bank Digi Home Loan
Interest Rate Typevariable rate
Repayment Type Principal & Interest
Interest Rate p.a.6.09%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.22%
Minimum Loan Amount$100,000
Maximum Loan Amount N/A
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 60%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan Facility
Fixed Interest Option
Loan Portable
Extra Repayments Yes
Interest Rate
6.09%
Comparison Rate
6.22%
Fees
Application: $300
Ongoing: $10 per month
Monthly Payment
$909
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Compare NAB home loans

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Name Interest Rate p.a. Comparison Rate p.a. Fees Monthly Payment
NAB logo
Interest only 3Y Fixed30% min. depositInvestment
NAB logo
Interest only 3Y Fixed30% min. depositInvestment
Product NameNAB Interest Only in Advance Fixed Rate
Interest Rate Typefixed rate
Repayment Type Interest Only
Interest Rate p.a.5.99%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.78%
Minimum Loan Amount$20,000
Maximum Loan Amount N/A
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 70%
Loan Redraw FacilityNo
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan Portable
Extra Repayments Yes
Interest Rate
5.99%
Comparison Rate
6.78%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $8 per month
Monthly Payment
$900
NAB logo
Interest only 3Y Fixed20% min. depositInvestment
NAB logo
Interest only 3Y Fixed20% min. depositInvestment
Product NameNAB Interest Only in Advance Fixed Rate
Interest Rate Typefixed rate
Repayment Type Interest Only
Interest Rate p.a.5.99%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.92%
Minimum Loan Amount$20,000
Maximum Loan Amount $1,000,000
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 80%
Loan Redraw FacilityYes
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionYes
Loan Portable
Extra Repayments Yes
Interest Rate
5.99%
Comparison Rate
6.92%
Fees
Application: $600
Ongoing: $8 per month
Monthly Payment
$900
NAB logo
Interest only 3Y Fixed30% min. depositInvestment
NAB logo
Interest only 3Y Fixed30% min. depositInvestment
Product NameNAB Interest Only in Advance Fixed Rate
Interest Rate Typefixed rate
Repayment Type Interest Only
Interest Rate p.a.6.04%
Comp. Rate p.a.6.62%
Minimum Loan Amount$20,000
Maximum Loan Amount N/A
Maximum Loan Term30 years
Maximum LVR 70%
Loan Redraw FacilityNo
Offset AccountNo
Split Loan FacilityYes
Fixed Interest OptionNo
Loan Portable
Extra Repayments Yes
Interest Rate
6.04%
Comparison Rate
6.62%
Fees
Application: $0
Ongoing: $8 per month
Monthly Payment
$905
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NAB vs CBA credit cards

As with home loans, both banks have a range of credit cards, including low rate, low fee and rewards cards as well as business and corporate credit cards.

NAB credit cards

  • Low rate. NAB has several low-rate cards with 0% interest-free periods for balance transfers. The NAB StraightUp card charges no interest and instead has a monthly fee.
  • Points. NAB has frequent flyer cards that let you earn bonus Qantas points, and rewards credit cards as part of the NAB Rewards program.
  • Business cards. NAB offers multiple business credit cards, some that let you earn Qantas Points or NAB rewards.

Learn more about NAB's credit cards.

CBA credit cards

  • Low rate. CommBank offers low-rate credit cards and a no-interest card, Neo Card, which charges a monthly fee instead.
  • Points. CommBank has multiple cards that let you earn CommBank Award Points or Qantas Points, with various tiers that can unlock more points.
  • Business cards. You can also get various business credit cards that have low rates, points and other benefits.

Learn more about Commonwealth Bank credit cards.

NAB vs CBA term deposits

Both NAB and CommBank offer term deposits for periods ranging from 1 month to 5 years, with different interest rates available depending on the amount you deposit and the term you select. There are no monthly account fees with either bank,and both banks require a minimum investment of $5,000.

Product AUFSA-TDA 3 Mths p.a. 4 Mths p.a. 5 Mths p.a. 6 Mths p.a. 7 Mths p.a. 12 Mths p.a. 24 Mths p.a.
NAB logo
3.00%
3.15%
3.25%
3.40%
3.50%
4.00%
3.80%
More Info
Commonwealth Bank logo
2.95%
3.10%
3.25%
3.35%
3.45%
4.15%
3.70%
More Info
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Not sure if NAB or CBA is right for you? You can compare bank accounts, compare savings accounts and compare term deposits to see if another product by a different bank suits you better.

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