A high-interest savings account usually offers easier access to your money, while a fixed-rate bond typically locks it away for a set term in return for a guaranteed interest rate from the provider. Fixed-rate bonds can suit money you will not need soon, but check the minimum deposit, withdrawal rules, term and whether the rate is fixed for the whole period. Compare the account’s AER, which includes the effect of compounding, and check whether your savings are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme. Interest may also count towards your Personal Savings Allowance, depending on your tax circumstances; check the latest guidance on GOV.UK.