LightStream Personal Loan vs. SoFi Home Improvement Loan

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

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LightStream Personal Loan
LightStream
4.5

APR 7.99โ€“25.99%. Up to $100K. Same-day funding.

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SoFi Home Improvement Loan
SoFi
4.5

APR 8.99โ€“25.81%. Up to $100K. No fees.

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WealthSpott Verdict

LightStream Personal Loan wins on more measurable categories โ€” particularly on rate and cost. SoFi Home Improvement Loan may still be the right fit depending on your loan amount and term needs.

Feature
LightStream Personal Loan
SoFi Home Improvement
APR Range
7.99% โ€“ 25.99% Best
8.99% โ€“ 25.81%
Loan Amount
$5,000 โ€“ $100,000
$5,000 โ€“ $100,000
Term Length
24โ€“84 months
24โ€“84 months
Origination Fee
None
None
Min Credit Score
660+ Best
680+
Funding Speed
Same day
Same day to a few days
LightStream Personal Loan
Pros
  • Low APR for qualified borrowers
  • Low APR for qualified borrowers
  • Same-day funding
  • Same-day funding
  • No fees
  • No fees
Cons
  • Higher credit required
  • Higher credit required
  • No prequalification
  • No prequalification
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SoFi Home Improvement Loan
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