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When you find the right bank account, earning a cash bonus is icing on the cake. Capital One has a lot of great perks, but a cash bonus isn’t currently one of them. 

Read on to learn about Capital One and to decide whether or not the bank fits your needs — promotion or not. 

Details, promotions and annual percentage yields (APYs) are accurate as of February 16, 2024.

Capital One promotions overview

Capital One doesn’t currently offer any promotions. But Capital One’s saving account interest rates — compared to traditional banks — may yield more over the years than any new customer cash bonus. 

The Capital One 360 Performance Savings account has no monthly fees, no minimums and offers an APY of 4.25%. That means with a balance of $10,000, you could earn $435 in interest over one year alone, and pay nothing in fees. 

While Capital One doesn’t have many savings products, its few offerings are competitive. Capital One 360 certificates of deposit earn from 3.90% to 5.00% APY. And the Capital One Kids Savings Account earns a respectable 2.50%; not bad for little ones just learning to save. 

How Capital One bonuses and promotions compare

While Capital One doesn’t currently offer any bonuses or promotions, several banks do. Some banks offer cash bonuses of several hundred dollars or more for customers opening new personal checking accounts, business checking accounts or savings accounts. Compared to these competing banks, Capital One’s lack of promotions is a little disappointing.

Here’s how Capital One’s bonuses compare with Bank of America, Chase, Citi and Wells Fargo

Note: Each bank bonus requires certain actions in order to qualify for the cash. Listed below are just the bonuses you could earn if you meet the specific criteria.

BankBonuses for personal checkingBonuses for business checkingBonuses for savings
Capital One
N/A
N/A
N/A
$200
$200
N/A
$100 or $300
$300
N/A
Citi
$300, up to $2,500
$300 to $2,000
N/A
$300
N/A
$525

Capital One review

Capital One is the country’s ninth largest bank, managing $475 billion in assets, and is perhaps best-known for its Capital One credit cards and business credit cards. It offers online checking, savings and CD accounts for individuals and businesses, plus it has 283 locations across the country. 

While many large banks charge plenty of fees and pay pennies in interest, Capital One is an exception. There’s even a free tool for consumers, Capital One Shopping, which makes it easier to find great deals online.

And a customer-centric view shows. Capital One ranked number one for four consecutive years by J.D. Power in overall customer satisfaction.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Currently, Capital One doesn’t offer any bonuses. That doesn’t mean it won’t in the future, but there’s no guarantee. Regardless, Capital One offers fee-free accounts and competitive interest rates, so it may be worth considering if you’re looking for a new bank.

Capital One used to offer a $350 bonus for opening a Capital One 360 Checking Account, but that bonus is no longer available. 

While there aren’t currently any Capital One 360 bonuses, but, to qualify for a bank bonus in general, you typically have to meet several criteria, which might include requirements like opening a new account, setting up direct deposit and depositing a certain amount of money within a limited time frame. 

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Emily Batdorf

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I'm a personal finance geek with a knack for words. I love making the world of personal finance more accessible to all people -- whether that's explaining the benefits of high-yield savings accounts, comparing budgeting strategies, or sharing the ins and outs of opening a Roth IRA. Recently, my work has appeared on Forbes Advisor.

Jenn Jones

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Jenn Jones is the deputy editor for banking at USA TODAY Blueprint. She brings years of writing and analytical skills to bear, as she was previously a senior writer at LendingTree, a finance manager at World Car dealerships and an editor at Standard & Poor’s Capital IQ. Her work has been featured on MSN, F&I Magazine and Automotive News. She holds a B.S. in commerce from the University of Virginia.