My Cards Archive - Intuit Credit Karma https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights Free Credit Score & Free Credit Reports With Monitoring Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:38:32 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.7 138066937 Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® credit card https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/atmos-rewards-summit-visa-infinite-credit-card Mon, 31 Aug 2026 18:38:30 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=11747729 image

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Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® credit card

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5

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Great for maximizing Atmos perks

Annual Fee: $395

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® credit card or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 5% 7% 16% 34% 38%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 5% 7% 16% 34% 38%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 5% 7% 16% 34% 38%

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $18,976, with $5,000 being the most common.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their Atmos™ Rewards Summit Visa Infinite® credit card or similar cards.

% of members by credit score range

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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 740, with 815 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.


Member stats

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21.7%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

47 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

$137,152

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.



Member reviews

Overall rating:

5

Rating: 5 out of 5.

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reviews

Most helpful positive review

October 9, 2025

5

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Outstanding value

Credit Karma Member

For frequent travelers on Alaska who spend 60k/yr, this card is a no-brainer.

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Citi Strata Elite℠ Card https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/citi-strata-elite-card Mon, 31 Aug 2026 16:44:12 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=11745930 image

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Citi Strata Elite℠ Card

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3

Rating: 3 out of 5.

Great for maximizing hotel rewards

Annual Fee: $595

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Citi Strata Elite℠ Card or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 12% 6% 9% 19% 54%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 12% 6% 9% 19% 54%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 12% 6% 9% 19% 54%

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $23,092, with $10,000 being the most common.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their Citi Strata Elite℠ Card or similar cards.

% of members by credit score range

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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 706, with 810 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.


Member stats

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25.3%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

40 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

$124,215

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.



Member reviews

Overall rating:

3

Rating: 3 out of 5.

2

reviews

Most helpful positive review

August 13, 2025

5

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Great for traveling.

Credit Karma Member

Great travel perks.

Most helpful negative review

August 8, 2025

1

Rating: 1 out of 5.

Horrible

Credit Karma Member

Annual prices too high way too high

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Indigo® Mastercard® review: Rebuilding your credit could come at a high cost https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/indigo-mastercard Thu, 28 May 2026 16:53:07 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=4055957 image_5a4e02

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Indigo® Mastercard® review: Rebuilding your credit could come at a high cost

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member reviews

2.9

Rating: 2.9 out of 5.

Editors’ take: This card can help you build credit, but other options may come with lower fees and more attractive features.


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Great for access to unsecured credit

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Annual fee: $75 the first year; $99 thereafter (you may see different terms on Credit Karma)

The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 565

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $708

Explore more about this card:

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Indigo® Mastercard® or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 99% 1% 0% 0% 0%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 99% 1% 0% 0% 0%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 99% 1% 0% 0% 0%

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $708, with $300 being the most common.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their Indigo® Mastercard® or similar cards.

% of members by credit score range

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Thin file Poor Fair Good Excellent 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 1% 72% 17% 10% 1%
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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 565, with 551 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.


Member stats

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61%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

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48 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

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$81,748

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.


Pros and cons

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Geared toward people with less-than-perfect credit

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No security deposit required


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Low credit limit with no clear path to an increase

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Purchase APR is high

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High annual fee with no rewards to offset the cost


Indigo® Mastercard® review

Updated August 18, 2026

This date may not reflect recent changes in individual terms.

Written by: Eric Freeman, Editorial Lead, Credit Cards

Edited by: Charles McArthur-Johnson, Content Coordinator, Credit & Debt


What you need to know about the Indigo® Mastercard®

The Indigo® Mastercard® can help you build credit, but there are several things to watch out for before you decide if it’s right for you. Take note: The card details in this article are applicable to offers provided when you apply through Credit Karma, and terms may vary elsewhere.

A chance to rebuild credit

The primary draw of the Indigo® Mastercard® is that it’s geared toward people who want to rebuild credit without requiring a security deposit. Unlike secured credit cards, you won’t have to put down money upfront to secure the account.

The bank doesn’t list the exact credit requirements for approval, but it does say the card is for people with “less-than-perfect credit.” While not everyone will qualify, that language suggests that your chances of approval might be better than with many other cards.

A high annual fee with no rewards

While the issuer’s willingness to work with people in need of credit is a plus, you’ll find yourself paying a fair amount just to use this card.

First, the Indigo® Mastercard® has an annual fee of $75 the first year; $99 thereafter (you might see different terms on Credit Karma). That’s not an uncommon annual fee for a credit card, but it’s high for a card that doesn’t offer any rewards to help offset the upfront cost. Essentially, you’ll be paying every year just for access to credit.

The low credit line could limit you

While the Indigo® Mastercard® is available to people with different kinds of credit profiles, it’s not guaranteed to work for all budgets. That’s because the card offers a credit limit of just $300 (which is immediately decreased by the amount of the card’s annual fee). Other cards meant for building credit might also come with a low initial limit, but a fair number of those cards will review accounts periodically for potential credit-line increases. This card, however, doesn’t offer that.

In addition to limiting your potential buying power, that low credit line could also hurt your ability to build credit. The amount of available credit you use — your credit utilization rate — is a major factor in determining your credit scores. And with a $300 limit (terms might be different when you apply through Credit Karma), you could find that you’re using that entire credit limit fairly often.

It’s recommended to keep your credit utilization under 30%, which might be a challenge with this card. Other cards meant for building credit might offer you a similarly low credit limit but also promise regular reviews for potential credit line increases.

You could pay even more if you carry a balance

If you carry a balance on the Indigo® Mastercard®, it’s going to cost you. The card comes with a variable purchase APR of 35.9%, which is pretty high for a credit-building card (you might see different terms on Credit Karma).

And if you make a late payment, you could face a late fee of up to $40 (you might see different offers on Credit Karma). Missed payments can happen for any number of reasons, so that’s a serious risk for your account.

Who this card is good for

The Indigo® Mastercard® could be a good choice for people struggling to get approved for other cards, but we don’t recommend it if you have other options for building credit.

While the ability to get approved with a less-than-perfect credit history is a clear positive, the high annual fee and purchase APR mean you might end up paying a fair amount just for access to credit. Add in the relatively low credit line, and your purchasing power and ability to improve your credit might be limited.

Instead, we suggest looking at a card with no annual fee that allows you to access more features over time. These cards may not look as attractive right now and might even require an initial security deposit, but they offer more opportunities to improve your credit over the long term.

Not sure this is the card for you? Consider this alternative.

  • Capital One Platinum Credit Card: If you don’t want to pay a security deposit, this card has no annual fee and the opportunity to increase your credit line.

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Avant® Mastercard® Cash Back Rewards – With A Higher Credit Limit https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/avant-mastercard-cash-back-rewards-higher-credit-limit Tue, 19 May 2026 16:11:18 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=10268533 image

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Avant® Mastercard® Cash Back Rewards – With A Higher Credit Limit

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Rating: 0 out of 5.

Great for straightforward rewards

Annual Fee: $125 first year; then $125.04/year ($10.42/mo)

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Avant® Mastercard® Cash Back Rewards - With A Higher Credit Limit or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 96% 4% 0% 0% 0%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 96% 4% 0% 0% 0%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 96% 4% 0% 0% 0%

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $1,125, with $300 being the most common.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their Avant® Mastercard® Cash Back Rewards - With A Higher Credit Limit or similar cards.

% of members by credit score range

Thin file Poor Fair Good Excellent 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 1% 57% 23% 18% 1%
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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 591, with 570 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.


Member stats

Updated daily

56.8%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

49 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

$86,687

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.



Member reviews

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Rating: 0 out of 5.

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Mission Lane Silver Line Visa® Credit Card with a Higher Credit Limit https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/mission-lane-silver-line-visa-credit-card-with-a-higher-credit-limit Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:59:08 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=9678007 image

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Mission Lane Silver Line Visa® Credit Card with a Higher Credit Limit

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5

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Great for rewards with no annual fee

Annual Fee: $0

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Mission Lane Silver Line Visa® Credit Card with a Higher Credit Limit or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 95% 4% 1% 0% 0%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 95% 4% 1% 0% 0%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 95% 4% 1% 0% 0%

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $1,249, with $300 being the most common.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their Mission Lane Silver Line Visa® Credit Card with a Higher Credit Limit or similar cards.

% of members by credit score range

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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 596, with 572 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.


Member stats

Updated daily

55.3%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

45 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

$84,494

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.


Member reviews

Overall rating:

5

Rating: 5 out of 5.

1

reviews

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Rating: 0 out of 5.

 

 

 

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Rating: 0 out of 5.

 

 

 

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Tilt Essentials https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/tilt-essentials Mon, 30 Mar 2026 20:39:29 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=9677583 image

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Tilt Essentials

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2.5

Rating: 2.5 out of 5.

Great for rewards with no annual fee

Annual Fee: $0

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Tilt Essentials or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 34% 15% 23% 20% 8%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 34% 15% 23% 20% 8%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 34% 15% 23% 20% 8%

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $8,091, with $500 being the most common.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their Tilt Essentials or similar cards.

% of members by credit score range

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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 704, with 810 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.


Member stats

Updated daily

29.6%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

42 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

$99,769

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.


Member reviews

Overall rating:

2.5

Rating: 2.5 out of 5.

17

reviews

Most helpful positive review

November 2, 2025

5

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Easy

Credit Karma Member

Got approved quickly for 2k and got my credit line increased to 5k once I linked my accounts. I don’t understand the other bad reviews, it’s a regular application process like any other credit card.

Most helpful negative review

August 21, 2025

1

Rating: 1 out of 5.

Application process is horrible

Credit Karma Member

I attempted to apply for this card and after it dinged my credit with a hard inquiry, it just froze. Customer service was initially quick to respond to my request for assistance but has since fallen off the face of the earth. I do not recommend and think the CreditKarma should remove them as a recommended card.

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Seen Cashback Plus https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/seen-cashback-plus Mon, 30 Mar 2026 17:33:30 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=9675889 image

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Seen Cashback Plus

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1.8

Rating: 1.8 out of 5.

Great for automatic credit limit increases

Annual Fee: $39 (you may see different offers on Credit Karma)

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Seen Cashback Plus or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 98% 2% 0% 0% 0%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 98% 2% 0% 0% 0%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 100% 98% 2% 0% 0% 0%

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $861, with $300 being the most common.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their Seen Cashback Plus or similar cards.

% of members by credit score range

Thin file Poor Fair Good Excellent 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 1% 69% 19% 11% 0%
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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 569, with 560 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.


Member stats

Updated daily

60.7%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

48 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

$81,663

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.


Member reviews

Overall rating:

1.8

Rating: 1.8 out of 5.

22

reviews

Most helpful positive review

June 17, 2025

4

Rating: 4 out of 5.

Ok

Credit Karma Member

I've Had This Card For 2 months. Credit Score Was 714 And They Give Me $300. My Biggest Con Is They Still Haven't Added This Card To My Credit Report & I Done Maxed It Out & Paid It Off. Now I'm Wondering Is It Even A Real Credit Card???

Most helpful negative review

June 7, 2025

1

Rating: 1 out of 5.

700 score $300 limit

Credit Karma Member

If you have no credit this might be a good good but my score is a 700 and they approved me for $300 limit which in my eyes is not worth filling out the application since I have other card with most limits over $3,500

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Macy’s Credit Cards https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/macys-american-express-card Wed, 04 Feb 2026 17:47:25 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=4085036 image

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Macy’s Credit Cards

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Rating: 0 out of 5.

Annual Fee: $0

The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 699

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $2,095

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Macy’s Credit Cards or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% 80% 90% 82% 8% 8% 2% 0%
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The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $2,095, with $600 being the most common.

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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 699, with 821 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.


Member stats

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29.9%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

53 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

$103,784

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.


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Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card review: A strong pick for simple travel rewards https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/capital-one-venture-rewards-credit-card Tue, 02 Dec 2025 21:57:21 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=4071608 image

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Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card review: A strong pick for simple travel rewards

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4.3

Rating: 4.3 out of 5.

Editors’ Take: The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card offers a high rewards rate on all purchases and straightforward redemptions. It’s a great choice for those who want travel rewards without complicated schemes and systems.

Great for high flat-rate travel rewards

Annual Fee: $95

The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 715

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $17,531

Explore more about this card:

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 8% 10% 18% 30% 34%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 8% 10% 18% 30% 34%
$0-$3K $3K-$5K $5K-$10K $10K-$20K $20K+ 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 8% 10% 18% 30% 34%

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $17,531, with $5,000 being the most common.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card or similar cards.

% of members by credit score range

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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 715, with 810 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.


Member stats

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25.1%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

41 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

$122,916

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.


Pros and cons

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Big sign-up bonus can help you cover the cost of your next trip

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Straightforward rewards program is easy to use
Earn miles on every purchase

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Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee credit


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Annual fee could eat into rewards for cardholders who don’t spend much

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Airline transfer partners leave a lot to be desired

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Other travel rewards programs offer more bang for your buck


Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card review

Updated August 14, 2026

This date may not reflect recent changes in individual terms.

Written by: Tim Devaney

Edited by: Erin Dunn, Managing Editor, Loans


Is the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card Credit Card worth it?

Editors’ Take: The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card offers a high rewards rate on all purchases and straightforward redemptions. It’s a great choice for those who want travel rewards without complicated schemes and systems.

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card is a good fit for people who want to earn simple travel rewards for everyday purchases without shelling out for a massive annual fee.

You won’t receive some of the noteworthy benefits that more expensive premium rewards cards might offer, such as lounge access, but you’ll have the opportunity to earn lots of ongoing value.

Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card at a glance

  • Sign-up bonus: 75,000 miles after spending $4,000 on purchases during the first 3 months from account opening
  • Editors’ estimated welcome bonus value: $833
  • Standout benefit: Get up to a $120 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck
  • Standout rewards rate: 2 miles per $1 spent on every purchase
  • Foreign transaction fee: None

Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card best perks and features

Rewards could help pay for your next trip

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card has a solid sign-up bonus of 75,000 miles after you spend $4,000 on purchases during your first 3 months after opening the account. We estimate that welcome bonus to be worth around $833, according to our standard point valuations.

You’ll also be able to earn miles for future purchases:

  • 5 miles for every $1 spent on hotels and vacation rentals booked through Capital One Travel
  • 5 miles for every $1 spent on rental cars booked through Capital One Travel
  • 2 miles for every $1 spent on all other purchases

Straightforward rewards program is easy to use

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card offers one of the most effortless rewards programs around.

If you prefer simplicity, you’ll appreciate that you don’t have to spend time planning out your purchases to maximize your rewards — just pay with your card to earn a high flat rate on everyday purchases.

Redeeming your miles is just as simple. You can book your trip through Capital One’s website or make your travel purchases first and then go back and ask to be reimbursed with a statement credit within 90 days of your purchase.

Travel perks could make a more pleasant trip

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card offers perks that could make for a smoother travel experience.

For example, you’ll receive a statement credit up to $120 when you apply for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck.

You’ll also receive a $50 experience credit every time you book a stay with Lifestyle Collection vacation rentals.

What are the drawbacks of the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card?

The perks don’t clearly cover the fee

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card doesn’t have as many perks as some other travel cards with similar fees. That means there’s no clear way to get value for the $95 annual fee without spending.

That’s fine, but you need to know that going in and accept that the value comes from spending.

Limited range of transfer partners

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card has a number of transfer partners — but unfortunately, there are no U.S. airlines to choose from. Unlike some programs with transfer partners, you’ll only be able to transfer your points to international-based airlines.

Still, compared to redeeming through Capital One, you might be able to get much better value by transferring your miles to a partner to travel internationally. But depending on your travel experience, it might require you to go outside of your comfort zone.

How to redeem miles for Capital One Venture rewards

Capital One Venture rewards miles are best used toward travel.

We calculated that your miles are worth 1 cent each when redeemed through Capital One.

But you might get a better value if you redeem through a Capital One transfer partner. Depending on how you redeem, we estimate points to be worth 1.11 cents each for typical cardholders, based on Credit Karma’s standard point valuations.

Other cards to consider


Credit Karma’s methodology

Credit Karma uses qualitative and quantitative measures to review travel and premium credit cards. Our goal is to help you understand a card’s most useful features — and where it may fall short compared to other options.

We take into account factors such as unique rewards and benefits, ease of redeeming rewards, fees and rates, transfer partners, lounge access and rewards rates.

Credit Karma editors have also built some proprietary metrics to measure the value of rewards credit cards.

Our point valuations estimate how much rewards programs are worth. We look at both the value you could get by redeeming your points directly through a credit card issuer, as well as the value you could get by transferring your points and miles to an airline or hotel rewards program.

Instead of just telling you how many miles you could earn, the editors’ estimated bonus value multiplies the sign-up bonus by the reward program’s point valuations to tell you how much we believe they’re worth.

Our goal is that these metrics will help you decide whether the card’s rewards and benefits are worth it for you.

FAQs about the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

Most Credit Karma members who report having the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card or similar cards have good or excellent credit.

But keep in mind your credit scores are just one of many factors Capital One may look at when determining your eligibility.

The Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card offers a handful of benefits.

You’ll receive a credit of up to $120 when you apply for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck, and a $50 experience credit at Lifestyle Collection vacation rentals. You’ll also have access to travel insurance, elite status on Hertz car rentals, and no foreign transaction fees when you travel internationally.

Credit Karma members who reported having the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card or similar cards have an average annual income of more than $105,000. (Note that income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.)

Keep in mind your income may be just one of the requirements Capital One looks at when you apply.

Credit card rewards and benefits are worth it when their total value — rewards earned, perks you’ll use, and any welcome bonus — outweighs the annual fee and any interest you pay. Start with two questions: Do you pay your balance in full each month, and does the card’s estimated value exceed the annual fee? Calculate your estimated value to know whether a rewards card is worth it for you.


Member reviews

Overall rating:

4.3

Rating: 4.3 out of 5.

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December 24, 2024

5

Rating: 5 out of 5.

A great card if you use it right

Credit Karma Member

I don’t know how most people use their credit cards, but I use mine like a debit card with extra steps. I use my card to pay for all of my expenses and daily living costs then pay off my balances immediately when they post, so I never pay a dime in interest while taking advantage of the mile rewards! Love it

Most helpful negative review

January 12, 2025

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Card Access Before I Even Received

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I applied for and was approved for this card with a credit score of over 800. $15,000 limit at 25.65% interest. I called they would not lower the rate. The day I received the card, I went online to activate. Someone had already accessed the account adding their address, email, phone number and bank account as an additional user. I immediately locked the card and called to cancel the account. If their system can be access so easily, I want nothing to do with it.

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American Express Platinum Card® review: An expensive but valuable coupon book https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/amex-platinum-card Tue, 02 Dec 2025 21:49:59 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=4055979 image

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American Express Platinum Card® review: An expensive but valuable coupon book

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3.9

Rating: 3.9 out of 5.

Editors’ take: The seemingly endless list of benefits makes the American Express Platinum Card® the coupon book of credit cards. If you use enough of the perks, you’ll get unparalleled value, even with the high annual fee.


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Great for maximizing your credits and perks

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Annual fee: $895

The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 712

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $16,037

Explore more about this card:

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their American Express Platinum Card® or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

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The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $16,037, with $5,000 being the most common. The American Express Platinum Card® does not have a traditional credit limit and was compared to similar premium cards.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their American Express Platinum Card® or similar cards.

% of members by credit score range

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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 712, with 810 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.


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25.7%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.


The American Express Platinum Card® does not have a traditional credit limit; utilization for this card is not calculated the same as cards with credit limits.

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41 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

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$120,851

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.


Pros and cons

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Big welcome bonus

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Plenty of interesting travel and lifestyle credits

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Lots of airline and hotel transfer partners


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Expensive annual fee

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Statement credits come with strings attached


American Express Platinum Card® review

Updated August 18, 2026

This date may not reflect recent changes in individual terms.

Written by: Tim Devaney

Edited by: Erin Dunn, Managing Editor, Loans


Is the American Express Platinum Card® worth it?

Editors’ Take: The seemingly endless list of benefits makes the American Express Platinum Card® the coupon book of credit cards. If you use enough of the perks, you’ll get unparalleled value, even with the high annual fee.

The American Express Platinum Card® is designed for big spenders who aren’t afraid to pay more to get more.

If you can claim many of the travel and lifestyle credits, this card could be a great deal, even with its annual fee of $895.

The American Express Platinum Card® also may be a good fit if you make enough travel purchases each year to help offset the annual fee or want extra perks like premium lounge access.

American Express Platinum Card® at a glance

  • Annual fee: $895
  • Welcome bonus: As high as 175,000 points after spending $12,000 on purchases in the first 6 months from account opening (you might see different offers on Credit Karma or through Amex). You must apply before finding out the welcome bonus you’ll be offered. Welcome offers vary, and you may not be eligible for an offer.
  • Editors’ estimated welcome bonus value: $1,995
  • Standout benefit: Access to The Centurion Lounge network and other lounges through the Global Lounge Collection
  • Standout rewards rate: 5 points per $1 on flights booked directly through airlines or through the American Express travel portal (on up to $500,000 spent per calendar year and then 1 point per $1)

American Express Platinum Card® best perks and features

A strong welcome bonus

The American Express Platinum Card® has a generous welcome bonus. The bonus may be as high as 175,000 points after spending $12,000 on purchases in the first 6 months from account opening, though the offers you may see can vary.

That can make a big dent when you book your next trip.

More rewards when you travel

The American Express Platinum Card® features top-notch travel rewards. You’ll earn …

  • 5 points per $1 on flights booked directly through airlines or the American Express travel portal (on up to $500,000 spent per calendar year, then 1 point per $1)
  • 5 points per $1 on prepaid hotels booked with American Express Travel®
  • 1 point per $1 on all other eligible purchases

Enjoy world-class lounges

The American Express Platinum Card® comes with complimentary access to lounges around the world through the Global Lounge Collection.

The Global Lounge Collection is a consortium of airport lounges that includes The Centurion Lounge, Priority Pass™ Select (enrollment required), Lufthansa, Air Space Lounge, Escape Lounges and others.

If you like to relax in luxury while traveling, this benefit stands out.

More travel credits than you probably need

The American Express Platinum Card® offers so many travel credits you might have a hard time using them all. Here are a few we recommend.

  • Airline fee statement credit: You’ll get up to $200 each year in statement credits to pay for items like checked bags and in-flight food and drinks. Keep in mind that you will need to select just one airline and activate this benefit, and enrollment is required.
  • Airport security fee credits: You’ll get reimbursed for airline security programs when you apply using the American Express Platinum Card®. Use your card to pay for annual Clear®+ membership ($219, enrollment required), Global Entry ($120 statement credit every four years), or TSA PreCheck (up to $85 every four and a half years). These perks can speed up your travel.
  • Hotel credit: Receive a credit of up to $600 each year on qualifying prepaid reservations of two nights or more at Fine Hotels + Resorts® and The Hotel Collection.

Lifestyle credits make it more than just another travel card

The American Express Platinum Card® is a luxury travel card, but it also offers some lifestyle perks.

  • Uber credit: Get up to $200 each year on rides or food delivery orders when you pay with your card. That breaks down to $15 each month in credits — and $20 in credits for December.
  • Digital entertainment credit: You’ll get up to $300 each year to spend on Disney+, ESPN+, Hulu, The New York Times, Paramount+, Peacock, The Wall Street Journal, YouTube Premium and YouTube TV. Keep in mind you’ll need to enroll to activate this benefit.
  • Walmart+ monthly membership: You’ll receive a statement credit of up to $12.95 per month for membership to Walmart+ when you enroll and pay with your card. That can help you access free shipping on eligible purchases.
  • Up to $400 Resy Credit: You’ll get statement credits up to $100 quarterly when you make eligible purchases at qualifying U.S. Resy restaurants.
  • Up to $300 Lululemon Credit: Statement credits up to $75 quarterly for eligible purchases at U.S. Lululemon retail stores.

What are the drawbacks of American Express Platinum Card®?

Expensive annual fee

The American Express Platinum Card® charges an exceptionally high $895 annual fee that could drive away would-be cardholders.

Calculate how many credits you’ll use in a typical year and how much you plan to spend on eligible travel purchases to determine if the annual cost makes sense for you. Certain perks — like lounge access — could make the annual fee worthwhile depending on your preferences and budget.

Statement credits come with strings attached

The American Express Platinum Card® offers plenty of statement credits, but most of them come with limitations — making it more difficult to get the most out of these travel and lifestyle credits without active management.

For example …

  • You can’t use the $200 airline fee credit to purchase a ticket.
  • The hotel credit can only be used at two preapproved hotel collections, which you might not typically visit.
  • The Uber credit is issued on a semi-regular basis with eligible spend limited to specific timeframes. So if you don’t use Uber regularly, you might end up making purchases you don’t need to justify using the credit.

How to redeem American Express Membership Rewards® points

You can redeem your American Express Membership Rewards® points for travel, statement credits, shopping, gift cards and charitable donations. But these aren’t your only options.

American Express operates what’s known as a “flexible rewards program,” which means you can transfer your points to airline and hotel partners (enrollment in participating frequent flyer program may be required). In some cases, you might get more value for your points if you do this.

We calculated your points are worth 1 cent each when redeemed through American Express Membership Rewards. But you might get a better value if you redeem through an American Express transfer partner.

Depending on how you redeem, we estimate your points to be worth 1.14 cents each, based on Credit Karma’s standard point valuations.

Other cards to consider


Credit Karma’s methodology

Credit Karma uses qualitative and quantitative measures to review travel and premium credit cards. Our goal is to help you understand a card’s most useful features — and where it may fall short compared to other options.

We take into account factors such as unique rewards and benefits, ease of redeeming rewards, fees and rates, transfer partners, lounge access and rewards rates.

Credit Karma editors have also built some proprietary metrics to measure the value of rewards credit cards.

Our point valuations estimate how much rewards programs are worth. We look at both the value you could get by redeeming your points directly through a credit card issuer, as well as the value you could get by transferring your points and miles to an airline or hotel rewards program.

Instead of just telling you how many miles you could earn, the editors’ estimated bonus value multiplies the sign-up bonus by the reward program’s point valuations to tell you how much we believe they’re worth.

Our goal is that these metrics will help you decide whether the card’s rewards and benefits are worth it for you.

FAQS about the American Express Platinum Card®

We’ve found that Credit Karma members with the American Express Platinum Card® or similar cards usually have good or excellent credit. But keep in mind that is just one factor American Express may consider when you apply.

We’ve found the majority of Credit Karma members who have this card or similar cards have credit limits above $10,000, but a significant percentage have credit limits less than that as well. Keep in mind that the American Express Platinum Card® doesn’t have a traditional credit limit and was compared to similar premium cards.

If you spend a lot on travel and can take advantage of the extensive travel and lifestyle credits, the American Express Platinum Card® could be a great fit for you. But if your spending habits don’t line up with these categories, you might want to consider other premium travel cards that better suit your needs.

Credit card rewards and benefits are worth it when their total value — rewards earned, perks you’ll use, and any welcome bonus — outweighs the annual fee and any interest you pay. Start with two questions: Do you pay your balance in full each month, and does the card’s estimated value exceed the annual fee? Calculate your estimated value to know whether a rewards card is worth it for you.

*Approval Odds are not a guarantee of approval. Credit Karma determines Approval Odds by comparing your credit profile to other Credit Karma members who were approved for the card shown, or whether you meet certain criteria determined by the lender. Of course, there’s no such thing as a sure thing, but knowing your Approval Odds may help you narrow down your choices. For example, you may not be approved because you don’t meet the lender’s “ability to pay standard” after they verify your income and employment; or, you already have the maximum number of accounts with that specific lender.

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Chase Sapphire Reserve® review: One of the most valuable travel rewards cards https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/chase-sapphire-reserve Tue, 02 Dec 2025 21:44:32 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=4071542 image

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Chase Sapphire Reserve® review: One of the most valuable travel rewards cards

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4.1

Rating: 4.1 out of 5.

Editors’ take: Chase Sapphire Reserve® is a top-tier travel rewards card offering extensive perks like a generous travel credit and complimentary subscriptions. But the high annual fee requires you to plan how you’ll find value.

Great for maximizing flexible travel

Annual Fee: $795

The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 715

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $17,531

Explore more about this card:

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Chase Sapphire Reserve® or similar cards.

% of members by credit limit range

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The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $17,531, with $5,000 being the most common.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their Chase Sapphire Reserve® or similar cards.

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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 715, with 810 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.


Member stats

Updated daily

25.1%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

41 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

$122,916

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.


Pros and cons

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Big sign-up bonus

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Flexible travel credit

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Competitive travel and dining rewards


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High annual fee

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Bonus rewards rate on travel only kicks in after travel credit has been used


Chase Sapphire Reserve® review

Updated June 15, 2026

This date may not reflect recent changes in individual terms.

Written by: Tim Devaney


Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve® worth it?

Editors’ Take: Chase Sapphire Reserve® is a top-tier travel rewards card offering extensive perks like a generous travel credit and complimentary subscriptions. But the high annual fee requires you to plan how you’ll find value.

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is geared toward frequent travelers who want to be pampered with points and perks that make trips more rewarding.

But the high annual fee means you’ll want to consider just how much value you’ll get from all its perks. 

To get the most benefit from the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, you’ll want to take advantage of the travel and lifestyle credits, as well as the Priority Pass™ Select membership and application credits for programs like TSA PreCheck® that will shorten your time at airport security.

Chase Sapphire Reserve® at a glance

  • Annual fee: $795
  • Sign-up bonus: 100,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases during the first 3 months after opening the account
  • Editors’ estimated welcome bonus value: $1,150
  • Standout benefit: $300 annual travel credit
  • Standout rewards rate: 8 points per $1 spent on Chase Travel℠ purchases (after annual travel credit is earned)

Chase Sapphire Reserve® best perks and features

Valuable sign-up bonus

You’ll earn 100,000 bonus points when you spend $6,000 on purchases during the first 3 months after opening the account.

If you transfer your sign-up bonus points to one of Chase’s travel partners, our editors estimate the points bonus could be around $1,150 for typical cardholders.

$300 travel credit

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® features a flexible travel credit of up to $300 that you can use each card anniversary year to pay for flights, hotels, and other eligible travel expenses.

The benefit is applied automatically as a statement credit, so you don’t have to apply for reimbursement. If you travel regularly, this credit alone creates substantial value toward justifying the card’s annual fee.

Competitive travel and dining rewards

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® offers strong reward for travel and dining. After reaching your $300 travel statement credit, you’ll earn …

  • 8 points per $1 spent on purchases through Chase Travel
  • 4 points per $1 spent on flights booked directly with airlines
  • 4 points per $1 spent on hotels booked direct

Plus, you’ll earn …

  • 3 points per $1 spent on dining purchases
  • 1 point per $1 spent on other eligible purchases

You’ll also receive a complimentary DashPass membership valid for at least 12 months when you activate by Dec. 31, 2027. With DashPass, your delivery fee is waived on eligible orders that meet spending requirements. And you’ll get a $10 discount each calendar month on two eligible nonrestaurant orders on DoorDash.

Perks to smooth your travels

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® comes with a complimentary Priority Pass Select membership after one-time enrollment. This perk gives you and up to two guests access to more than 1,300 airport lounges around the world where you can relax while you’re waiting for your flight.

You’ll also get an application fee credit worth up to $120 every four years for Global Entry, NEXUS or TSA Precheck®. Those are perks we’d expect from a luxury travel card like the Chase Sapphire Reserve®.

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® offers a full slate of travel insurance.

This includes coverage for trip delay, trip cancellation, lost luggage and emergency evacuation if you’re injured during your vacation.

What are the drawbacks of the Chase Sapphire Reserve®?

High annual fee

The card’s $795 annual fee can be a tough pill to swallow. The flexible travel credit of up to $300 can help offset this cost, but it’s still one of the highest annual fees around.

Bonus rewards rate on travel only kicks in after travel credit has been used

The bonus points on travel purchases only apply after you’ve used the $300 travel statement credit. This means you need to spend a decent amount to start earning the higher rewards rate.

How to redeem for Chase Ultimate Rewards points 

You can redeem your Chase Sapphire Reserve® points for travel through Chase Travel.

You can also transfer your points 1-to-1 to several popular airline and hotel partners, where you might get more bang for your buck.

Other cards to consider


Credit Karma’s methodology

Credit Karma uses qualitative and quantitative measures to review travel and premium credit cards. Our goal is to help you understand a card’s most useful features — and where it may fall short compared to other options.

We take into account factors such as unique rewards and benefits, ease of redeeming rewards, fees and rates, transfer partners, lounge access and rewards rates.

Credit Karma editors have also built some proprietary metrics to measure the value of rewards credit cards.

Our point valuations estimate how much rewards programs are worth. We look at both the value you could get by redeeming your points directly through a credit card issuer, as well as the value you could get by transferring your points and miles to an airline or hotel rewards program.

Instead of just telling you how many miles you could earn, the editors’ estimated bonus value multiplies the sign-up bonus by the reward program’s point valuations to tell you how much we believe they’re worth.

Our goal is that these metrics will help you decide whether the card’s rewards and benefits are worth it for you.

FAQs about the Chase Sapphire Reserve®

Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve® hard to get?

The large majority Credit Karma members who report having the Chase Sapphire Reserve® or similar cards have good or excellent credit. Keep in mind that your credit score is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.

What is the credit limit for the Chase Sapphire Reserve®?

Most Credit Karma members who report having the Chase Sapphire Reserve® or similar cards, have credit limits of $10,000 or higher. But keep in mind that lower credit limits are also common.

Should I apply for the Chase Sapphire Reserve®

The Chase Sapphire Reserve® is ideal for frequent travelers. You’ll earn points and perks that make your trip more rewarding. 

The card also earns good rewards for dining purchases. Before you apply, consider whether you want to commit to the high annual fee and if you’ll end up earning enough credits and points to offset the fee.

How can I know if credit card rewards and benefits are worth it?

Credit card rewards and benefits are worth it when their total value — rewards earned, perks you’ll use, and any welcome bonus — outweighs the annual fee and any interest you pay. Start with two questions: Do you pay your balance in full each month, and does the card’s estimated value exceed the annual fee? Calculate your estimated value to know whether a rewards card is worth it for you.


Member reviews

Overall rating:

4.1

Rating: 4.1 out of 5.

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reviews

Most helpful positive review

December 24, 2024

5

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Excellent card

Credit Karma Member

Excellent approval odds via KC, applied and was approved with a 65k credit limit, I make nearly 200k/yr. My credit is the 700’s. Overall great card, the $550 is a little steep but I have been flying to JFK to take advantage of the Chase Lounge it’s great! Recommend the card

Most helpful negative review

January 28, 2025

2

Rating: 2 out of 5.

Exploitative. Customer Service Zero.

Credit Karma Member

This is the first fancy credit card I ever purchased, and I was looking forward to excellent customer service. Instead, I was ripped off multiple times by Chase. First, it was Chase Travel. I booked a trip. I went to the vendor's website to see that they sell the trip for $100 less. I called up Chase Travel immediately and asked them to price match. They refused to do so. They also refused to refund my purchase so that I could purchase from the vendor directly. I was appalled that they would so blatantly rip me off. Then, I went to one of the airport lounges that the Chase app indicates is part of the Priority Pass network. The lounge told me they did not accept Priority Pass. I called up Chase, but rather than wait on hold forever, I went ahead and paid for the lounge with my card, certain that they would refund the charge later. Later - when I called up Customer Service, they said that the lounge is not part of the network - EVEN THOUGH IT IS LISTED IN THEIR APP - and that I should've checked the Priority Pass app for up-to-date information. Again, I was appalled that Chase wouldn't take accountability for their own error. So that's another $87 they ripped me off. All in all, I would say this card is NOT WORTH IT, when I calculate the savings against the multiple instances in which they've ripped me off. By the way, I am a NEW CARD HOLDER. This all happened within 3 months of getting the card. And yes I escalated the situation(s) several times and there was not one supervisor who would reimburse me. What a way to welcome a new customer........

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Chase Freedom Unlimited® review: A cash back card with mass appeal https://www.creditkarma.com/credit-cards/insights/chase-freedom-unlimited Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:33:03 +0000 https://www.creditkarma.com/?post_type=ck-mycards&p=4071650 image

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Chase Freedom Unlimited® review: A cash back card with mass appeal

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3.6

Rating: 3.6 out of 5.

Editors’ Take: With a mix of useful bonus categories and a solid rewards rate on all other purchases, Chase Freedom Unlimited® offers considerable potential value without requiring too much effort.

Great for maximizing cash back

Annual Fee: $0

The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 708

The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $8,878

Explore more about this card:

Here’s the average credit limit of members who matched their Chase Freedom Unlimited® or similar cards.

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The average credit limit for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is $8,878, with $1,000 being the most common.

Here’s the average credit score of members who matched their Chase Freedom Unlimited® or similar cards.

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The average credit score for members who have matched with this card or similar cards is 708, with 810 being the most common. Note this is just one of the deciding factors when it comes to getting approved.

This content is curated by Intuit Credit Karma’s Editorial team using data from members who were approved for this card or similar cards, or who self-matched this card or similar cards. Intuit Credit Karma receives compensation from third-party advertisers, but that doesn’t affect our editors’ opinions. Our third-party advertisers don’t review, approve or endorse this content. Information about financial products not offered on Credit Karma is collected independently. Our content is accurate to the best of our knowledge when posted.


Member stats

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28.4%

Average credit utilization (or what percent of the card’s credit limit is being used) of members who matched with this card or similar cards.

44 years

Average age of members who matched this card or similar cards.

$105,693

Average annual income of members who matched this card or similar cards. Note: Income may be estimated for some members by Credit Karma and may differ from members’ actual incomes.


Pros and cons

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Generous sign-up bonus

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No annual fee

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Strong bonus category offers


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Base earning rate isn’t as high as other flat-rate cards

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Foreign transaction fee


Chase Freedom Unlimited® review

Updated August 13, 2026

This date may not reflect recent changes in individual terms.

Written by: Eric Freeman, Editorial Lead, Credit Cards


Editors’ Take: With a mix of useful bonus categories and a solid rewards rate on all other purchases, Chase Freedom Unlimited® offers considerable potential value without requiring too much effort.

Is the Chase Freedom Unlimited® worth it?

The Chase Freedom Unlimited® is a straightforward cash back card with a $0 annual fee that offers consistent rewards on everyday spending, which can appeal to a wide range of people.

Bonus rewards rates on categories such as travel and dining, plus a fixed 1.5% rate on other purchases, ensures a good return on value, making this card worth it for people who prefer clear rewards without too much effort.

Chase Freedom Unlimited® at a glance

  • Annual fee: $0
  • Sign-up bonus: $200 bonus after spending $500 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening
  • Standout benefit: 3% cash back on drugstore and dining purchases, including takeout and eligible delivery services
  • Best rewards rate: 5% cash back on travel purchased through Chase Travel℠
  • Baseline rewards rate: 1.5% cash back on all other purchases

Chase Freedom Unlimited® best benefits and features

Valuable sign-up bonus

New cardholders will earn a $200 bonus when they spend $500 on purchases in the first 3 months of account opening. For a card with no annual fee, that’s a decent value to help jump-start your rewards.

Bonus cash back categories

The Chase Freedom Unlimited® card rewards your purchases with cash back. With this card, you’ll earn rewards at the following rates:

  • 5% back on travel purchased through Chase Travel℠
  • 3% back on dining, including takeout and eligible delivery services
  • 3% back on drugstore purchases
  • 1.5% back on all other purchases

Good introductory APR offer for purchases and balance transfers

The Chase Freedom Unlimited® offers an intro 0% APR on purchases and balance transfers for the first 15 months after account opening. After that, the APR for purchases and balance transfers climbs to a variable 18.24% - 27.74%. Note that there’s a balance transfer fee: Either $5 or 3% of the amount of each transfer, whichever is greater in the first 60 days. 5% (minimum $5) thereafter.

The intro offer on balance transfers can help you consolidate credit card debt, though there are cards with longer intro periods. And keep in mind that unpaid balances that remain after the expiration of the intro period will accrue interest. Those interest payments will eat into the value of any rewards you earn from your purchases.

No annual fee

Like many top cash back credit cards, the Chase Freedom Unlimited® comes with a $0 annual fee, which means you don’t have to worry about earning enough cash back to offset the cost of an annual fee.

What are the drawbacks of the Chase Freedom Unlimited®?

Base cash back rate is lower than some other cards

The Chase Freedom Unlimited® card offers elevated cash back rates for travel, dining and drugstores. But if you’re in the market for a card with the highest cash back rates and don’t often spend in these bonus categories, you might want to look into other cards that offer a higher cash back rate on all purchases.

Foreign transaction fee

The Chase Freedom Unlimited® carries a 3% foreign transaction fee. For heavy travelers or frequent international shoppers, a card with no foreign transaction fees may be a smarter financial move.

Other cards to consider


Credit Karma’s methodology

At Credit Karma, our goal is to help you understand a card’s most important features — and where it may fall short compared to other options — so you can make an informed decision.

When we evaluate cash back cards, we consider the following factors:

  • Welcome bonus
  • Cash back rates in bonus categories
  • Usefulness of bonus categories
  • Spending caps on bonus categories
  • Baseline cash back rate
  • Rewards redemption options
  • Rewards redemption restrictions
  • Cash back expiration
  • Annual fee
  • Interest rates
  • Unique benefits and perks

Looking at these aspects of the card helps us determine whether we’d recommend it to our members.

FAQs about the N/A

Most Credit Karma members who report having the Chase Freedom Unlimited® or similar cards have good or excellent credit scores. But keep in mind, your credit scores are just one of many factors card issuer Chase may look at when determining your eligibility.

Credit Karma members who report having the Chase Freedom Unlimited® or similar cards have varying credit limits, though the most common range is up to $3,000. Your credit limit will vary depending on your specific financial circumstances.

The Chase Freedom Unlimited® charges a 3% foreign transaction fee, which is a surcharge placed on your card bill when you make any purchase that must be processed through a foreign bank or is in a foreign currency.


Member reviews

Overall rating:

3.6

Rating: 3.6 out of 5.

2040

reviews

Most helpful positive review

April 5, 2025

5

Rating: 5 out of 5.

Just got approved

Credit Karma Member

CK recommended this card for a balance transfer with very good odds of approval. Credit score in the 700s, was looking to transfer ~$10K and added this to my application. Was worried with others saying they weren't approved at all or not for enough to cover their transfer, but I was immediately approved for $22K limit.

Most helpful negative review

February 14, 2025

1

Rating: 1 out of 5.

CK Misleading Information

Credit Karma Member

I applied for this card. CK says I have "outstanding" chance. It's all lies. Freedom then tells you you'll get a letter. Really means you didn't get the card. I don't see why it becomes a hard inquiry if CK knows in advance. What's the point?

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