Mercury vs. Rho

Founder-friendly business banking – from idea to IPO.

Startups prefer Rho's 24/7 live customer support and ability to support scaling businesses – in partnership with Webster Bank, N.A. Member FDIC.

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Rho is a fintech company, not a bank. Checking and card services provided by Webster Bank, N.A., member FDIC; savings account services provided by American Deposit Management Co. and its partner banks.
Thanks to Rho, Northpoint can scale faster, bringing in newly acquired businesses with ease.
Kathleen Lloyd, Corporate Controller

Rho is the best choice for your startup.

Built to scale with you from idea to IPO – and beyond, so you will never have to switch.

Get started fast.

Founders don't have to wait to start building, hiring and fundraising.

A partnership you can trust.

Checking & credit card banking services provided by Webster Bank, N.A., Member FDIC.

We believe strong relationships matter.

Dedicated rep for every customer, 24/7 customer support.

We built a platform you can't outgrow.

Enjoy business banking, AP automation & corporate cards in one platform.

How Rho compares to Mercury

Powerful business banking, 24/7 live support, and spend management capabilities that support you as you scale.
 
Zero monthly maintenance fees
Responsive customer support
Fee-free Same Day ACH and wires
Native accounting software integrations
Expense management
Built-in AP automation
Minimum deposit requirement
FDIC Deposit Insurance
Dedicated Relationship Manager
Partner Banks
N/A
Up to $75M
with Rho Savings Account.*
Webster Bank, N.A.
Mercury
$350
with pro plan
Limited live support
Native only offered with QuickBooks Online & Xero
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$350
with pro plan
N/A
Up to $5M
with Mercury Vault.
$350
with pro plan
Evolve Bank & Trust,
Choice Financial
Competitive data was collected from the American Express, Chase, and Capital One websites as of February 16, 2024, and is subject to change or update.

Three cash management solutions in one platform

Manage operating cash, extend your runway, and safeguard your treasury capital.
Operate

Rho Business
Checking Account

Organize operating cash with multiple checking accounts, fee-free payments, and dedicated support.
Safeguard

Rho Business
Savings Account

Earn yield while protecting funds with up to $75M in FDIC deposit insurance.*
Earn

Rho Treasury Account

Earn up to [x]% investing directly in T-Bills held in your company’s name in order to maximize yield and security**
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*Savings Account services provided by American Deposit Management, LLC and its partner banks.

**Investment management and advisory services provided by RBB Treasury LLC dba Rho Prime Treasury, an SEC-registered investment adviser. RBB Treasury LLC facilitates investments in securities: investments are not deposits and are not FDIC Insured. Investments are not bank guaranteed, and may lose value. Investment products involve risk and past performance does not guarantee future results.

Open an account in minutes & get back to building

1.

Open a Rho account today.

Get up and running in minutes, gaining access to the right tools to help your business grow - corporate cards, banking, AP, expenses, and treasury.
2.

Experience reliable customer support that cares.

Our dedicated support specialists are here to help make your Rho onboarding experience a breeze.
3.

Start earning yield today.

Rho automates a lot of what founders don’t have time to manage themselves – including generating competitive yield on your non-operating cash.
Rho is a tech-forward platform that helps founders do everything we need to manage finances operationally – and save hours and money in the process.
Alex Marcus, CEO & Co-Founder

Learn about other startups running on Rho

FAQs

Answers to common questions about Rho Business Checking and Savings Accounts.

Is my business eligible to open a Rho checking account?

To be eligible for Rho, your business must be incorporated in the United States. Rho serves small business owners, startups, middle-market and enterprises across industries.

We do not offer services to sole proprietorships or unincorporated businesses, so small business banking services – like a small business checking account – from another financial institution may be a better fit for these types of entities.

Is Rho a bank?

No. Rho is not a bank. Rho is a financial technology company built on a network of commercial banks, dedicated to helping organizations take charge of their finances.

At Rho, we provide digital banking solutions, business credit cards, accounts payable, and more — all through one, intuitive platform. Banking services are provided by Webster Bank, N.A. and other partner institutions, supported by Rho's technology platform and services.

Who is Rho’s sponsor bank?

Rho banking services are provided by Webster Bank, N.A. Member FDIC, supported by Rho's technology platform and services.

What do I need to set up a new business checking account with Rho?

To be eligible for Rho, your business must be incorporated in the United States. We do not offer services to sole proprietorships or unincorporated businesses. Terms & conditions apply. 



To open a business checking account with Rho, we require general business information and key documents including:


  • Articles of Incorporation
  • Company bylaws
  • EIN letter
  • Beneficial owner information
  • Additional supporting documents where applicable
  • Other information, including social security number

Does Rho have a mobile app?

Yes, the Rho app is available on iOS and Android devices for both Rho account admins and employee users.

Employees can use the Rho app to manage expenses, upload receipts, request spend limit increases, and access virtual cards for card payments.

Rho admins can do the same plus manage mobile banking needs like depositing checks and checking account balances.

Does Rho offer business savings accounts?

Yes. The Rho Business Savings Account (formerly known as Treasury Management Accounts) is built on a network of over 400 FDIC-insured banks, allowing you to access up to $75M in FDIC deposit insurance per entity (e.g. LLC).

Currently, qualifying clients earn up to 2.75% APY (annual percentage yield) on Rho Business Savings Accounts, helping you put your money to work as interest rates change.

Once you enroll, interest will be earned by you with the Rho Business Savings Account will be calculated by ADM each statement cycle. This is in contrast to many business savings accounts, which offer 0.01% APY (national average) on your deposits.

Does Rho charge ATM fees?

Since we do not offer ATM withdrawals at this time, nor do we offer cash deposits or business debit cards, we do not charge ATM fees.

We also don’t charge ACH fees, monthly maintenance fees, or monthly service fees with Rho business checking and savings accounts.

The only exception is Rho Treasury (formerly known as Rho Prime Treasury), our bespoke treasury management solution, that has a small maintenance fee. Learn more about our pricing today.

Does Rho have any minimum balance requirements?

No, we do not have minimum opening deposit requirements at this time.

Does Rho offer money market funds?

No. Our cash management offering, Rho Treasury (formerly known as Rho Prime Treasury), only invests your idle cash in high-grade assets, like U.S. T-Bills, that align with your customized investment policy and liquidity needs.

If your company’s investment policy allows for high-end investment-grade corporate bonds and U.S. Bank CDs (certificate of deposits), then those may be held in your account as well.

Assets are held in your company’s name, which is an important distinction from money market funds. Read our blog post about money market account for more info, including their risks vs. T-Bills.

Does Rho offer personal checking accounts?

No, Rho is not a personal finance solution and only offers business banking services.

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Rho is a fintech company, not a bank. Checking and card services provided by Webster Bank, N.A., member FDIC; savings account services provided by American Deposit Management, LLC and its partner banks.