Bounty

Alero Plus bonus: is $250 worth it?

What it adds over what your cash earns now, tier by tier. Change the rate to yours.

+$250: more than leaving it at 4.15%

The math

Bonus
+$250
Extra
+$250

Enroll in eStatements within 30 calendar days of account opening · Get $2,500 in direct deposits within 90 days · Make 15 debit card purchases within 90 days. Terms checked Oct 10, 2026.

About this bonus

What it takes

  1. 1Enroll in eStatements within 30 calendar days of account opening
  2. 2Get $2,500 in direct deposits within 90 days
  3. 3Make 15 debit card purchases within 90 days
Ends
Dec 31, 2026
Where
Connecticut
Monthly fee
None
Bonus paid
Usually within 45 days of finishing
Credit check
A ChexSystems inquiry (not your credit score)

Similar bonuses

The same kind of account, ranked by what each adds at 4.15%.

Questions

Is the Alero Plus bonus worth it?

It doesn't tie up any cash, so it beats leaving your money where it is: after fees it adds +$250.

What are the requirements?

Enroll in eStatements within 30 calendar days of account opening; get $2,500 in direct deposits within 90 days; make 15 debit card purchases within 90 days. Open to residents of Connecticut.

When does it end?

The offer ends Dec 31, 2026. The terms were last checked Oct 10, 2026.