When we lived in Zurich, we used ZKB. After moving to Basel, we tried BKB. We were not at all impressed with them - and still aren't. I use the Post for everything now, and only keep the BKB account in the event I receive a check from the US. Of course, the last check we deposited at BKB took four months to clear...but at least they heard of checks. The Post didn't have a clue what my (Swiss) husband brought to their window to be deposited when we had a check.

I've been really happy with the Post, except for a credit card. Because I have a B permit, they wanted me to deposit 5k in order to issue a credit card. Needless to say, I'm still MasterCard/Visa-less.

Speaking of which, can someone suggest a B permit friendly bank that issues MC/Visa? I need to get one in my name so I can rent a car the next time I go to the States.