Rewards Credit Cards - Reviews
Credit card rewards come in many forms -- from miles to cash back to points -- that can redeemed for a variety of goodies. Some cards offer large sign-up bonuses, others offer extra earnings on bonus categories. Some cards charge annual fees. All these differences can make it difficult to compare.
We've created a rating system to cut through the complicated details and compare cards on a similar basis. Our ratings take into account the estimated value of their rewards, the ease of redeeming rewards and special perks and benefits.
Golden 1 Credit Union Platinum Rewards credit card
Last reviewed: November 21, 2018
If you live in Northern California, this is an ideal card to use for your everyday spending: The Golden1 Credit Union Platinum Rewards card offers one of the lowest APRs available on a rewards credit card while also offering one of the most generous bonus rates available without paying an annual fee.
PenFed Pathfinder Rewards American Express card
Last reviewed: November 16, 2018
For no annual fee, the PenFed Pathfinder card offers a decent sign-up bonus and a high rewards rate on travel purchases
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United TravelBank card from Chase
Last reviewed: November 20, 2018
Though the United TravelBank card offers a good rewards rate for no annual fee, a traditional cash back card would probably be a better choice. This offer is no longer available.
Blue Cash Preferred Card from American Express
Last reviewed: November 21, 2018
Despite its high annual fee, the Blue Cash Preferred card is one of our favorite cards for families: It helps take the sting out of car pool lines and long commutes by offering a generous point bonus on gas station spending and it offers one of the highest cash back bonuses you can get when you use your card at U.S. supermarkets.
Costco Anywhere Visa Card by Citi
Last reviewed: November 28, 2018
The Costco Anywhere Visa excels as a card for Costco and gas back purchases, though you’ll have to contend with an annual membership fee for Costco and only redeeming your cash back once a year.
BBVA Compass ClearPoints credit card
Last reviewed: November 9, 2018
Though it offers a merely average rewards program, the Compass ClearPoints card at least allows you to choose your bonus categories.
AT&T Access Card from Citi
Last reviewed: November 27, 2018
The AT&T Access Card from Citi is an easy way for current AT&T customers to earn points on their monthly phone, cable and internet payments. For others, it won’t be nearly as useful.
PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature card
Last reviewed: December 3, 2018
The PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature card awards a high 2 percent cash back rate, but only PenFed members can apply.
BBVA Compass Select credit card
Last reviewed: October 26, 2018
One of our least favorite rewards credit cards, the BBVA Compass Select credit card charges a surprisingly high three figure annual fee in exchange for mediocre rewards and limited benefits.
USAA Rewards Visa Signature Card
Last reviewed: November 21, 2018
The rewards on the Rewards Visa Signature Card are paltry, but military personnel may enjoy the card’s military and travel benefits.
mymaurices VIP credit card
Last reviewed: October 26, 2018
Frequent Maurices shoppers could save a considerable amount of money with the mymaurices VIP credit card, but its exceptionally high APR means those who don’t usually pay their balances in full every month should stay far, far away.
REI Co-op Mastercard
Last reviewed: November 15, 2018
Outdoors enthusiasts are sure to love the REI Co-op Mastercard, which offers great rewards on REI purchases and an attractive sign-up offer for new cardholders.