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. Check out the offers below from our partners.
Citi Hilton Honors Visa Signature card
Last reviewed: December 12, 2019
With a large sign-up bonus, flexible rewards redemption and one of the world’s largest hotel loyalty programs, the Citi Hilton Honors Visa Signature card offers good value, but holds less appeal for cardholders seeking rewards options outside of Hilton hotel stays. This offer is no longer available.
Citi Hilton Honors Reserve card
Last reviewed: September 23, 2019
One of the best hotel cards on the market, the Citi Hilton Honors Reserve card showers cardholders with ample rewards on hotel stays, airfare and general credit card purchases and gives moderate spenders an extra free night’s stay each year. This offer is no longer available.
PenFed Platinum Cash Rewards Visa card
Last reviewed: May 6, 2020
An outstanding card for PenFed credit union customers, the PenFed Platinum Cash Rewards Visa card pairs an exceptionally low interest rate with generous rewards on everyday purchases. This offer is no longer available.
Asiana Airlines American Express Card From Bank of America
Last reviewed: December 16, 2022
One of the few airline cards to offer a bonus on everyday purchases and a reasonable APR for all cardholders, the Asiana Airlines American Express card is a good value for regular visitors to South Korea. This card offer is no longer available.
Capital One® Premier Dining Rewards Credit Card
Last reviewed: September 20, 2022
With no annual fee, 3 percent cash back on restaurants and flexible redemption options, the brand-new Capital One Premier Dining Rewards card is an especially good deal for foodies and others who frequently dine out. This offer is no longer available.
Bank of the West Premier World Mastercard
Last reviewed: November 16, 2018
A good card for frequent travelers, the Bank of the West Premier World Mastercard offers a solid bonus on travel and restaurant purchases; but to avoid paying an annual fee, you need to have a Bank of the West checking account. This offer is no longer available.
Starwood Preferred Guest American Express Luxury Card
Last reviewed: December 16, 2022
The Starwood Preferred Guest American Express Luxury card offers a lot of value in its first year thanks to a giant introductory bonus, but – if you’re not interested in luxury perks with Marriott hotels – you can find many rewards cards that offer better ongoing value. This offer is no longer available.
Barclays Arrival Premier World Elite Mastercard
Last reviewed: September 10, 2024
The Barclays Arrival Premier World Elite Mastercard lacks a sign-up bonus and — compared to similar rewards cards — the spending threshold to unlock its full annual bonus is steep; however, if you use it as your go-to card, the rewards could really add up over time. This offer is no longer available.
HSBC Platinum Mastercard with rewards
Last reviewed: September 10, 2020
With an anemic rewards rate and a middling APR, the HSBC Mastercard ranks near the bottom of our list of travel cards. This offer is no longer available.
United MileagePlus Club Card
Last reviewed: May 2, 2024
Cardholders who aren’t specifically looking for a United Club membership will find a plethora of rewards cards with better perks and much lower annual fees than the United MileagePlus Club Card. This offer is no longer available.
Uber Visa Card
Last reviewed: September 10, 2024
The Uber Visa Card offers a compelling rewards rate on Uber purchase, but its inflexible redemption scheme severely limits its appeal. This card offer is no longer available.