Deductions & credits

Adding to dmertz's answer ...

 

The difference between the HSA and FSA is $2900, which makes the threshold closer to 20%.  But that 20% also includes Social Security and Medicare (usually 7.65%).   That means if your combined Federal and State income tax is over 13%, your tax-savings will be over the 'lost' $600.

 

With that being said, many employer-based HSA accounts have fewer investment options than IRAs, which could possibly hinder the long-term growth.

 

And don't forget to factor in the added 'risk' that Plan A has a higher maximum.