What are some drawbacks to having an internet checking account vs one in a traditional bank?

Banking online can have some drawbacks compared to banking with a traditional bank. If you are the type of person that likes to go into a physical bank and talk face to face with a banker, than you might opt for banking the traditional way. Conveniences like cashing checks, withdrawing specific amounts of cash, and other transactions are difficult to do online. Often online banks require you to mail in checks to cash them (with a traditional bank you can cash them the same day).

Some transactions (transferring money, checking your balance) will be the same, except for you will do it online rather than in person. Most traditional banks offer online banking in addition to their brick and mortar options. Always check what fees are associated with a checking account. Most checking accounts are free nowadays.