Which type savings bond is better??

Question

which series is the best to buy??

Series i

Serries EE

which ones will i get the most money on.

Answer 1

series i is paying the most!!!

Answer 2

None of the above.  A money market account at any bank beats both and is essentially risk free.

Answer 3

EE currently pays 1.4% with 3 month penalty if redeemed before 5 years are up.  The rate is fixed for life of bond.

I currently pays 2.42%, but this is reset every 6 months.