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Monzo Revives 1p‑a‑Day Savings Challenge for 2026 With £10,000 Prize and Tier Perks

Customers can opt in through the app until January 31 for an automated, year‑long plan that builds savings through penny‑a‑day increments.

Overview

  • The challenge automates daily transfers into a dedicated Challenge Pot, increasing by 1p each day to total £667.95 if completed.
  • New for 2026, one person who completes the full year will receive a £10,000 prize.
  • Participants can start any time, with each challenge running 365 days from the first penny, and they can pause, stop or withdraw funds at any point.
  • Extra, Perks and Max subscribers can use turbo options to save up to £2,671.80, earn 5% interest on the Pot, and enter monthly £100 draws with 100 winners.
  • Monzo reports 1.7 million participants in 2025 who collectively saved over £360 million by November, demonstrating strong uptake of the feature.