LightStream Auto Loan vs. Earnest Student Loan Refinance

Side-by-side comparison ยท Updated 2026 ยท Independently reviewed

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LightStream Auto Loan
LightStream
4.6

APR 6.49โ€“20.49%. Up to $100K. Same-day funding.

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Earnest Student Loan Refinance
Earnest
4.5

APR 4.96โ€“9.99%. Precision pricing. No fees.

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WealthSpott Verdict

Earnest Student Loan Refinance wins on more measurable categories โ€” particularly on rate and cost. LightStream Auto Loan may still be the right fit depending on your loan amount and term needs.

Feature
LightStream Auto Loan
Earnest Student Loan
APR Range
6.49% โ€“ 20.49%
4.96% โ€“ 9.99% Best
Loan Amount
$5,000 โ€“ $100,000
$5,000 โ€“ $500,000 Best
Term Length
24โ€“84 months
60โ€“240 months
Origination Fee
None
None
Min Credit Score
660+
650+ Best
Funding Speed
Same day
2โ€“3 weeks
LightStream Auto Loan
Pros
  • Very competitive rates
  • Very competitive rates
  • Same-day funding
  • Same-day funding
  • No fees
  • No fees
Cons
  • Best for strong credit
  • Best for strong credit
  • Online only
  • Online only
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