{"id":6303,"date":"2023-11-30T20:24:39","date_gmt":"2023-11-30T20:24:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mer.tours\/the-best-rewards-credit-cards-for-each-bonus-category\/"},"modified":"2023-11-30T20:24:40","modified_gmt":"2023-11-30T20:24:40","slug":"the-best-rewards-credit-cards-for-each-bonus-category","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelaffiliatewebsite.com\/mer\/the-best-rewards-credit-cards-for-each-bonus-category\/","title":{"rendered":"The best rewards credit cards for each bonus category"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>There are many different types of <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/rewards\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">rewards cards<\/a>. As such, sorting through all the available cards and determining which card (or cards) is best for you can be confusing. Once you have multiple credit cards, remembering which one to use for each transaction can make maximizing the points and miles earned on everything you buy even more difficult.<\/p>\n<p>Today, we&#8217;ll look at common bonus categories where you may be making purchases and highlight cards with strong earnings in these categories.<\/p>\n<p>However, in this post, I&#8217;ll only discuss consumer rewards cards. So, if you&#8217;d prefer a <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/cash-back\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cash-back rewards card<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/business\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">business card<\/a>, you&#8217;ll want to check out our posts on the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/cash-back\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best cash-back cards for each bonus category<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/business\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best business cards for each bonus category<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"what-is-a-bonus-category-for-credit-cards\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">What is a bonus category for credit cards?<\/h2>\n<p>A bonus category is when you earn extra points or miles on certain types of purchases with your card, such as at supermarkets. Which bonus categories your card has can vary greatly. The opposite of a bonus category is &#8220;everyday spending,&#8221; which you earn when using your credit card outside the bonus categories.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-airfare\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for airfare<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.625%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Planes-Zach-Griff-11.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Planes-Zach-Griff-11.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Planes-Zach-Griff-11.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Planes-Zach-Griff-11.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Planes-Zach-Griff-11.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Planes-Zach-Griff-11.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Planes-Zach-Griff-11.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Planes-Zach-Griff-11.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Planes-Zach-Griff-11.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">ZACH GRIFF\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>While several cards compete for a place among the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/travel\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best cards for travel<\/a> and could be used to pay for flights, some credit cards provide a higher earning rate on select airfare purchases. So, here&#8217;s a quick look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/best-cards-airfare-purchases\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best cards for airfare purchases<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for airfare<\/h3>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>The information for the Citi Prestige and American Express Green Card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/best-cards-airfare-purchases\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Maximize your airfare: The best credit cards for booking flights<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-amazon-and-online-shopping\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for Amazon and online shopping<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/Online-Shopping_JGI-Tom-Grill.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/Online-Shopping_JGI-Tom-Grill.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/Online-Shopping_JGI-Tom-Grill.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/Online-Shopping_JGI-Tom-Grill.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/Online-Shopping_JGI-Tom-Grill.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/Online-Shopping_JGI-Tom-Grill.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/Online-Shopping_JGI-Tom-Grill.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/Online-Shopping_JGI-Tom-Grill.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/07\/Online-Shopping_JGI-Tom-Grill.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">JGI\/TOM GRILL\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You likely make purchases from Amazon and online merchants frequently. Here are the best cards to use for these purchases.<\/p>\n<div class=\"&#10;        EmailSignUp_container__70lh2&#10;        undefined&#10;        EmailSignUp_isLoading__zGkU5&#10;      \"><picture class=\"EmailSignUp_graphic__AEA5s\"><source media=\"screen and (max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-mob.svg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-dt.svg\"\/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"EmailSignUp_form__cnneL\">\n<p>Daily Newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Join over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG\u2019s experts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for online shopping<\/h3>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Why the Double Cash card is the best card for online shopping<\/h3>\n<p>The Venture and Venture X cards do indeed earn more valuable rewards. However, the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/citi-double-cash-card\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Double Cash<\/a> card has no annual fee, so it is our top pick in this category.<\/p>\n<p>The Double Cash card earns <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-guide-citi-thankyou-rewards\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Citi ThankYou Rewards points<\/a> as follows: 1 point per dollar on all purchases and another 1 point per dollar on payments made against your balance. Thus, you essentially earn 2 points per dollar, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">TPG values<\/a> these points at 1.8 cents apiece. This provides a solid 3.6 cents in return per dollar spent on a card with no annual fee.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/citi-double-cash-card-thankyou-point-transfers\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Transfer your Citi Double Cash Card rewards to ThankYou Points<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s also possible to maximize your rewards when shopping online by purchasing gift cards for that store at a supermarket or office supply store to earn bonus points in those categories, then use the gift cards to pay for your online purchases. See more about those categories below.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-cell-phone-bills\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for cell phone bills<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:71.4453125%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/11\/GettyImages-1214359518-scaled.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/11\/GettyImages-1214359518-scaled.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/11\/GettyImages-1214359518-scaled.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/11\/GettyImages-1214359518-scaled.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/11\/GettyImages-1214359518-scaled.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/11\/GettyImages-1214359518-scaled.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/11\/GettyImages-1214359518-scaled.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/11\/GettyImages-1214359518-scaled.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/11\/GettyImages-1214359518-scaled.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">TIROT\/BSIP\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Paying your cellphone bill with a <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/phone-protection\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">credit card that offers cellphone insurance<\/a> is the best way to trigger this coverage. Using a card that offers this protection should factor into your decision.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for cell phone bills<\/h3>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>The information for the Citi Prestige has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Why the Venture X is the best card for cellphone bills<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/card-hub\/capital-one-venture-x-rewards-credit-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Venture X<\/a> card provides numerous perks to cardholders, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/capital-one-venture-x-faqs\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">including cellphone protection<\/a>. If you pay your cellphone bill with the Venture X, you&#8217;ll get up to $800 in coverage per claim with a maximum of two claims and $1,600 per 12-month period. There is a $50 deductible per occurrence.<\/p>\n<p>You&#8217;ll also earn 2 <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/points-program\/capital-one\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Capital One miles<\/a> per dollar when paying your cellphone bill, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">TPG values<\/a> those miles at 1.85 cents apiece. That provides a 3.7% return on spending.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/capital-one\/6-things-to-do-venture-x\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">6 things to do when you get the Capital One Venture X<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-commuting\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for commuting<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.5234375%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1232306327-scaled.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1232306327-scaled.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1232306327-scaled.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1232306327-scaled.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1232306327-scaled.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1232306327-scaled.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1232306327-scaled.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1232306327-scaled.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/GettyImages-1232306327-scaled.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">NINA WESTERVELT\/BLOOMBERG\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Commuting takes many different forms: subways, trains, buses, paying for parking or paying for tolls. Depending on how you get to work, a different card may best suit your needs.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for commuting<\/h3>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/best-cards-for-commuting\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Maximize your commute: The 6 best credit cards to use<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-dining-and-restaurants\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for dining and restaurants<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/03\/GettyImages-1258960417.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/03\/GettyImages-1258960417.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/03\/GettyImages-1258960417.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/03\/GettyImages-1258960417.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/03\/GettyImages-1258960417.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/03\/GettyImages-1258960417.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/03\/GettyImages-1258960417.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/03\/GettyImages-1258960417.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/03\/GettyImages-1258960417.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">D3SIGN\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Some consumers spend much of their budget on dining, while others focus more on groceries. But, if you like dining out or ordering in \u2014 and spend a lot of money doing so \u2014 it&#8217;s worth adding one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/dining\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best cards for dining<\/a> to your wallet. Don&#8217;t forget that you can also double dip your rewards by participating in <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/maximize-dining-rewards-programs\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">dining programs<\/a> such as American AAdvantage Dining.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for dining and restaurants<\/h3>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>The information for the Amex Green card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/dining\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The best credit cards for dining<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-food-delivery\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for food delivery<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.75%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Food-Delivery-resized-1.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Food-Delivery-resized-1.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Food-Delivery-resized-1.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Food-Delivery-resized-1.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Food-Delivery-resized-1.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Food-Delivery-resized-1.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Food-Delivery-resized-1.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Food-Delivery-resized-1.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Food-Delivery-resized-1.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">YURIY GOLUB\/SHUTTERSTOCK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The best cards in this category are those that will consider food delivery purchases as restaurant and dining purchases. Also, don&#8217;t forget to use monthly credits that can apply here, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/using-amex-golds-uber-credits\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Uber credits from American Express<\/a> (which you can <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/use-amex-platinum-uber-credit-while-at-home\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">use with Uber Eats<\/a>) and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/amex-gold-dining-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Grubhub credits<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for food delivery<\/h3>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Why the Amex Gold card is the best card for food delivery<\/h3>\n<p>Aside from providing the best earning rate among these cards, the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express-gold-card\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Amex Gold<\/a> card also provides three other perks that make it the best card for food delivery. First, it gives you $10 in monthly Uber credits, which you can use for Uber Eats orders. Simply add your card as a payment method to your Uber account, and the credits will appear automatically each month.<\/p>\n<p>Second, these deliveries will code as restaurant purchases, earning 8 cents worth of points. You can do a lot with <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/points-program\/american-express-membership-rewards\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">American Express Membership Rewards<\/a>, which makes them valuable. Third, the Amex Gold card also provides up to $10 per month in statement credits with several dining partners, giving you $10 worth of free food each month. This includes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seamless.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Seamless<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.grubhub.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Grubhub<\/a>. For this benefit, you need to enroll in advance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/amex-gold-dining-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Now with new merchants \u2014 complete guide to the Amex Gold dining credit<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-gas\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for gas<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.66666666666666%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/gas-pump.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/gas-pump.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/gas-pump.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/gas-pump.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/gas-pump.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/gas-pump.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/gas-pump.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/gas-pump.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/04\/gas-pump.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">PRAMOTE POLYAMATE\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Gas is a significant expense for some travelers and commuters. Luckily, there are some great cards with <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/gas\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">bonus earnings on gas purchases<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for gas<\/h3>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/gas\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Best credit cards for gas purchases<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-general-travel\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for general travel<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.73333333333333%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Amtrak-passenger-train.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Amtrak-passenger-train.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Amtrak-passenger-train.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Amtrak-passenger-train.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Amtrak-passenger-train.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Amtrak-passenger-train.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Amtrak-passenger-train.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Amtrak-passenger-train.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/06\/Amtrak-passenger-train.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">FOCUSED ADVENTURES\/SHUTTERSTOCK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>If you spend a lot on travel each year, it&#8217;s worth having one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/travel\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best rewards cards<\/a> for travel purchases. Even if you have a <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/hotel\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">card that earns bonus points on hotel stays<\/a> and a <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/airline\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">card that earns bonus points on airfare<\/a>, it&#8217;s still essential to have a card for broader travel purchases such as trains, rental cars and tolls.<\/p>\n<p>Multiple cards offer travel credits that can help to offset the card&#8217;s annual fee. Others provide fair earning rates with a moderate annual fee.<\/p>\n<p>So, here are some of the best rewards cards for travel purchases.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for general travel<\/h3>\n<div class=\"jsx-3709662331 tpg-table has-sticky-left-column \">\n<div tabindex=\"0\" class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<table class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<thead class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Card<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Travel category bonus<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Value of the points*<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Total earned per dollar spent<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Annual fee<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/chase-sapphire-reserve%e2%84%a0\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Chase Sapphire Reserve<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>10 points per dollar on hotels and car rentals booked with Chase Travel, 5 points per dollar on flights booked with <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ultimate-rewards-travel-portal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Chase Travel<\/a> and 3 points per dollar on all other travel (note that purchases covered by the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/chase\/chase-sapphire-reserve-annual-travel-credit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$300 travel credit<\/a> do not earn bonus points)<\/td>\n<td>2.05 cents<\/td>\n<td>20.5 cents, 10.25 cents or 6.15 cents<\/td>\n<td>$550<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/capital-one-venture-x-rewards-credit-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>10 miles per dollar for hotels and rental cars booked with Capital One Travel, 5 miles per dollar for flights booked with Capital One Travel and 2 miles per dollar on everything else (not counting purchases covered by the $300 Capital One Travel credit available each cardmember year)<\/td>\n<td>1.85 cents<\/td>\n<td>18.5 cents, 9.25 cents or 3.7 cents<\/td>\n<td>$395 (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/capital-one-venture-x-rewards-credit-card-rates-and-fees\/?tid=post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/chase-sapphire-preferred-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Chase Sapphire Preferred Card<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>5 points per dollar on travel booked with Chase Travel (except for when you use the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/chase\/chase-sapphire-preferred-hotel-credit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$50 hotel credit<\/a>) and 2 points per dollar on other travel<\/td>\n<td>2.05 cents<\/td>\n<td>10.25 cents or 4.1 cents<\/td>\n<td>$95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/the-platinum-card-from-american-express\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">The Platinum Card\u00ae from American Express<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>5 points per dollar on flights booked directly with the airline or through Amex Travel (up to the first $500,000 per calendar year), 5 points per dollar on hotels booked with <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/amex-travel-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Amex Travel<\/a> and 1 point per dollar on everything else (aside from the credits for <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/guide-to-using-the-amex-platinum-clear-credit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Clear Plus<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/choosing-your-amex-platinum-200-airline-fee-credit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">airline incidentals<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/amex-platinum-hotel-credit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">prepaid hotels<\/a>; enrollment required for select benefits)<\/td>\n<td>2 cents<\/td>\n<td>10 cents or 2 cents<\/td>\n<td>$695 (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/the-platinum-card-from-american-express-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/capital-one-venture-rewards-credit-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>5 miles per dollar on hotels and rental cars booked with Capital One Travel and 2 miles per dollar on everything else<\/td>\n<td>1.85 cents<\/td>\n<td>9.25 cents or 3.7 cents<\/td>\n<td>$95 (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/capital-one-venture-rewards-credit-card-rates-and-fees\/?tid=post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/u-s-bank-altitude-reserve-visa-infinite-card\/?tid=post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve Visa Infinite\u00ae Card<\/a><\/td>\n<td>5 points per dollar on prepaid hotels and rental cars booked in the Altitude Rewards Center and 3 points per dollar on other travel purchases (aside from the $325 travel credit each year)<\/td>\n<td>1.5 cents<\/td>\n<td>7.5 cents or 4.5 cents<\/td>\n<td>$400<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/american-express-green-card\/?tid=post\">American Express\u00ae Green Card<\/a><\/td>\n<td>3 points per dollar<\/td>\n<td>2 cents<\/td>\n<td>6 cents<\/td>\n<td>$150 (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/american-express-green-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>The information for the U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve and Amex Green card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/travel\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The best travel credit cards<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-groceries-at-u-s-supermarkets\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for groceries at U.S. supermarkets<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.5625%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/03\/Groceries_Yagi-Studio.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/03\/Groceries_Yagi-Studio.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/03\/Groceries_Yagi-Studio.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/03\/Groceries_Yagi-Studio.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/03\/Groceries_Yagi-Studio.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/03\/Groceries_Yagi-Studio.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/03\/Groceries_Yagi-Studio.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/03\/Groceries_Yagi-Studio.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/03\/Groceries_Yagi-Studio.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">YAGI STUDIO\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>For many consumers, purchases at U.S. supermarkets account for a sizable part of their annual budget. If you spend a lot on groceries, you may want to add one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/grocery\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best grocery credit cards<\/a> to your wallet. However, if you shop for groceries at a store that isn&#8217;t <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/grocerys-stores-vs-supermarkets-bonus-category\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">classified as a U.S. supermarket<\/a> (such as Walmart or Target), you&#8217;ll want to use one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/everyday-spending\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">top cards for everyday spending<\/a> instead.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for groceries at U.S. supermarkets<\/h3>\n<div class=\"jsx-3709662331 tpg-table \">\n<div tabindex=\"0\" class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<table class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<thead class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Card<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Grocery category bonus<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Value of the points*<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Total earned per dollar spent<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Annual fee<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/the-american-express-gold-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">American Express\u00ae Gold Card<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>4 points per dollar (only at U.S. supermarkets and only up to $25,000 per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar)<\/td>\n<td>2 cents<\/td>\n<td>8 cents<\/td>\n<td>$250 (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/american-express-gold-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/citi-thankyou-premier-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Citi Premier\u00ae Card<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>3 points per dollar<\/td>\n<td>1.8 cents<\/td>\n<td>5.4 cents<\/td>\n<td>$95<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/grocery\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Best grocery credit cards<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-gym-memberships-and-fitness-equipment\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for gym memberships and fitness equipment<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Gym_skynesher.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Gym_skynesher.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Gym_skynesher.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Gym_skynesher.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Gym_skynesher.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Gym_skynesher.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Gym_skynesher.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Gym_skynesher.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/01\/Gym_skynesher.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">SKYNESHER\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Several cards can help you save money or earn extra rewards if you&#8217;re paying for a gym or fitness membership. If you&#8217;re looking to get (back) in shape, here are the cards you should use to pay your monthly fees.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for gym memberships<\/h3>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Why the World of Hyatt card is the best card for gym memberships and fitness equipment<\/h3>\n<p>The Double Cash card earns at a slightly higher rate. However, the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/world-of-hyatt-credit-card\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">World of Hyatt card<\/a> is the best card for gym memberships because it&#8217;s one of the few cards that specifically highlights this category for extra earnings and because you can work toward a second goal with this spending. Each year, World of Hyatt cardmembers can <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/sweet-spot-hyatt-credit-card\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">earn a free night award after spending $15,000 on the card<\/a> in a calendar year (this is in addition to the free night award given on your card anniversary).<\/p>\n<p>Thus, paying for your monthly gym membership with this card can help you earn valuable points and help you earn a very <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/maximizing-chase-hyatt-visa-free-night-certificates\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">valuable free night award<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-hotel-stays\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for hotel stays<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/01\/hyatt-place-melbourne-palm-bay-outside.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/01\/hyatt-place-melbourne-palm-bay-outside.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/01\/hyatt-place-melbourne-palm-bay-outside.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/01\/hyatt-place-melbourne-palm-bay-outside.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/01\/hyatt-place-melbourne-palm-bay-outside.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/01\/hyatt-place-melbourne-palm-bay-outside.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/01\/hyatt-place-melbourne-palm-bay-outside.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/01\/hyatt-place-melbourne-palm-bay-outside.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/01\/hyatt-place-melbourne-palm-bay-outside.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">KATIE GENTER\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You could use one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/travel\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best cards for travel<\/a> to pay for your hotel stays. However, some credit cards provide a slightly higher earning rate on select hotel purchases. So, here&#8217;s a quick look at the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/hotel\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best cards for hotel stays<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for hotel stays<\/h3>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>The information for the American Express Green Card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s noteworthy that none of the cobranded credit cards specific to one hotel chain made our list. That&#8217;s because they offer low returns on hotels not part of their network. However, if you are loyal to one brand, you can check out our guides comparing the cards from <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/hilton\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hilton<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/hotel\/hyatt\/world-of-hyatt-credit-card-personal-business-comparison\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Hyatt<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/ihg-credit-card-changes\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">IHG<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/marriott\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Marriott<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/best-wyndham-credit-cards\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Wyndham<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/hotel\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Best hotel credit cards<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-mobile-wallet-payments\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for mobile wallet payments<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/02\/Starbucks-Mobile-Pay_Katie-Falkenberg-Contributor.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/02\/Starbucks-Mobile-Pay_Katie-Falkenberg-Contributor.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/02\/Starbucks-Mobile-Pay_Katie-Falkenberg-Contributor.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/02\/Starbucks-Mobile-Pay_Katie-Falkenberg-Contributor.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/02\/Starbucks-Mobile-Pay_Katie-Falkenberg-Contributor.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/02\/Starbucks-Mobile-Pay_Katie-Falkenberg-Contributor.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/02\/Starbucks-Mobile-Pay_Katie-Falkenberg-Contributor.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/02\/Starbucks-Mobile-Pay_Katie-Falkenberg-Contributor.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/02\/Starbucks-Mobile-Pay_Katie-Falkenberg-Contributor.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">KATIE FALKENBERG\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>There aren&#8217;t many cards that specifically award bonus points for <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/ditch-your-wallet-pros-and-cons-of-mobile-payments\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">mobile wallet<\/a> payments. That being said, many of these payments will still code according to the services offered by the merchant (i.e., pharmacy or supermarket), so using the best card for that merchant may still apply.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for mobile wallet payments<\/h3>\n<p>*Based on <em>TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>The information for the Altitude Reserve card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Why the Altitude Reserve card is the best card for mobile wallet payments<\/h3>\n<p>No other card promises elevated points earning on every mobile wallet purchase, as you&#8217;ll find with the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/card-hub\/u-s-bank-altitude-reserve-visa-infinite-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Altitude Reserve<\/a>. The card has a hefty annual fee of $400, which is largely offset by the $325 in annual travel credits that apply automatically to your first eligible purchase(s) each year. The card&#8217;s annual fee is further offset by up to $100 in application fee credits for your application to <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/global-entry-vs-tsa-precheck\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Global Entry or TSA PreCheck<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Cardmembers also receive a limited 12-month membership to <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/all-about-priority-pass-program\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Priority Pass Select<\/a>. Plus, you&#8217;ll receive complimentary Gogo inflight Wi-Fi passes valid for 12 months from registering your card for this benefit.<\/p>\n<p>Those benefits are in addition to the 4.5 cents in value received on every mobile wallet payment, according to <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">TPG&#8217;s valuations<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/reviews\/it-pays-to-go-mobile-u-s-bank-altitude-reserve-visa-infinite-card-review\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Bonus points on mobile payments: U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve Visa Infinite Card review<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-pharmacies-and-drugstores\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for pharmacies and drugstores<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.66666666666666%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/06\/Pharmacy-Customer-Getty-Images.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/06\/Pharmacy-Customer-Getty-Images.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/06\/Pharmacy-Customer-Getty-Images.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/06\/Pharmacy-Customer-Getty-Images.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/06\/Pharmacy-Customer-Getty-Images.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/06\/Pharmacy-Customer-Getty-Images.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/06\/Pharmacy-Customer-Getty-Images.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/06\/Pharmacy-Customer-Getty-Images.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/06\/Pharmacy-Customer-Getty-Images.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">LONGHUA LIAO\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Pharmacy and drugstore purchases may code differently on your credit card, depending on where the purchase is made. Brick-and-mortar pharmacies should earn bonus points on the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/best-cards-pharmacy\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best credit cards for pharmacies<\/a>. However, if you purchase from a pharmacy located inside a <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/grocery\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">supermarket<\/a> or superstore, you should use the best card for those retailers.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for pharmacies and drug stores<\/h3>\n<div class=\"jsx-3709662331 tpg-table has-sticky-left-column \">\n<div tabindex=\"0\" class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<table class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<thead class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Card<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Pharmacy and drug store category bonus<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Value of the points*<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Total earned per dollar spent<\/strong><\/th>\n<th class=\"jsx-3709662331\"><strong>Annual fee<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/chase-freedom-flex\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Chase Freedom Flex<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>5 points per dollar (only if it&#8217;s in the quarterly bonus categories and limited to the first $1,500 of spending in that quarter&#8217;s categories when you activate) otherwise 3 points per dollar<\/td>\n<td>2.05 cents<\/td>\n<td>10.25 cents (or 6.15 cents)<\/td>\n<td>$0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/the-american-express-gold-card\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">American Express\u00ae Gold Card<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>4 points per dollar if the pharmacy is in a supermarket (only at U.S. supermarkets and only up to $25,000 per calendar year, then 1 point per dollar)<\/td>\n<td>2 cents<\/td>\n<td>8 cents<\/td>\n<td>$250 (see <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/american-express-gold-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">rates and fees<\/a>)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr class=\"jsx-3709662331\">\n<td><span class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b\"><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/chase-freedom-unlimited%e2%84%a0\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"jsx-eb69f9b09a3de1d0 jsx-eea0d1f218f5e80b applyLink inherit\">Chase Freedom Unlimited<\/a><\/span><\/td>\n<td>3 points per dollar<\/td>\n<td>2.05 cents<\/td>\n<td>6.15 cents<\/td>\n<td>$0<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>*Based on <em>TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/best-cards-pharmacy\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>These are the 8 best cards to use for your next pharmacy run<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-rental-cars\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for rental cars<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.75%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/07\/Rental-Cars-in-a-lot.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/07\/Rental-Cars-in-a-lot.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/07\/Rental-Cars-in-a-lot.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/07\/Rental-Cars-in-a-lot.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/07\/Rental-Cars-in-a-lot.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/07\/Rental-Cars-in-a-lot.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/07\/Rental-Cars-in-a-lot.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/07\/Rental-Cars-in-a-lot.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/07\/Rental-Cars-in-a-lot.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">ALEXFAN32\/SHUTTERSTOCK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The best credit card to use for rental cards should not only earn extra points on the money you spend but also provide <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/cards-rental-car-coverage\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">rental car insurance<\/a> as a benefit. An added perk is if the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/cards-elite-status-car-rentals\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">card provides rental car elite status<\/a> to add ancillary benefits.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for rental cars<\/h3>\n<p>*Based on <em>TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<h3>Why the Sapphire Reserve is the best card for rental cars<\/h3>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/chase-sapphire-reserve\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> is a <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/visa-infinite-program-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Visa Infinite<\/a> card, which provides perks like primary rental car insurance and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/national-car-rental-guide\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">National Emerald Club Executive membership<\/a>, as well as perks with Avis and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/silvercar-rentals\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Silvercar<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The card has an easy-to-use <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/chase\/chase-sapphire-reserve-annual-travel-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">$300 annual travel credit<\/a> that doesn&#8217;t require booking through a special portal to use it \u2014 unlike the Venture X. The Sapphire Reserve also provides <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/cards-primary-car-rental-coverage\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">primary rental car insurance<\/a> and elevated points earning on rentals. In contrast, the Platinum Card provides neither of these. While the Altitude Reserve does provide a travel credit and primary rental insurance, the points earned with Chase are more valuable and more flexible in how you can use them.<\/p>\n<p>While Sapphire Preferred does have primary rental car insurance and a lower annual fee, the status perks, elevated points earning and $300 annual travel credit push the Sapphire Reserve into the top spot here.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/to-do-once-you-get-sapphire-reserve\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">4 things to do once you get your Chase Sapphire Reserve<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-ride-hailing-services\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for ride-hailing services<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/06\/uber-ride-hailing.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/06\/uber-ride-hailing.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/06\/uber-ride-hailing.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/06\/uber-ride-hailing.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/06\/uber-ride-hailing.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/06\/uber-ride-hailing.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/06\/uber-ride-hailing.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/06\/uber-ride-hailing.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2022\/06\/uber-ride-hailing.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">D3SIGN\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/relying-on-ride-shares-not-left-without-ride\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Ride-hailing<\/a> and ride-sharing services are seemingly everywhere these days. Credit card issuers have taken note, and several cards offer <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/using-amex-golds-uber-credits\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">spending credits with these services<\/a>, as well as bonus points for spending with ride-hailing apps.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for ride-hailing services<\/h3>\n<p>*Based on <em>TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>The information for the Amex Green and Wells Fargo Propel Amex card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/best-cards-for-uber\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Frequent Uber or Lyft passenger? These credit cards are for you<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-streaming-services\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for streaming services<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/04\/Streaming_Future-Publishing-Contributor.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/04\/Streaming_Future-Publishing-Contributor.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/04\/Streaming_Future-Publishing-Contributor.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/04\/Streaming_Future-Publishing-Contributor.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/04\/Streaming_Future-Publishing-Contributor.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/04\/Streaming_Future-Publishing-Contributor.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/04\/Streaming_Future-Publishing-Contributor.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/04\/Streaming_Future-Publishing-Contributor.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2020\/04\/Streaming_Future-Publishing-Contributor.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">PHIL BARKER\/FUTURE PUBLISHING\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Streaming options have multiplied over the past few years. Chances are you subscribe to one or more of these services. Depending on what cards you have in your wallet, you may be able to get these services for free or earn bonus points if you have to pay for your favorite streaming platform.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for streaming<\/h3>\n<p>*Based on <em>TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>The information for the Wells Fargo Propel Amex card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>The Platinum Card has <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/american-express\/amex-platinum-digital-entertainment-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">added additional streaming platforms to its digital entertainment credit<\/a>, so you may be able to get your favorite streaming service for free. Enrollment required.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/streaming\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The best cards for streaming service subscriptions<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"best-cards-for-non-bonus-spending\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Best cards for non-bonus spending<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"jsx-4252866712 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Credit-Card-Computer_Guido-Mieth.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Credit-Card-Computer_Guido-Mieth.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Credit-Card-Computer_Guido-Mieth.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Credit-Card-Computer_Guido-Mieth.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Credit-Card-Computer_Guido-Mieth.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Credit-Card-Computer_Guido-Mieth.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Credit-Card-Computer_Guido-Mieth.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Credit-Card-Computer_Guido-Mieth.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2021\/05\/Credit-Card-Computer_Guido-Mieth.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-4252866712 figcaption\">GUIDO MEITH\/GETTY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Finally, every consumer should have a card for purchases that don&#8217;t fall into a particular bonus category. My card for non-bonus spending is often a card for which I&#8217;m working to <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/ways-to-meet-minimum-spending-requirement\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">meet minimum spending requirements<\/a> for a sign-up or <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/cards-bonuses-for-annual-spending\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">annual threshold bonus<\/a>. But when I&#8217;m not working toward a bonus, here are my favorite rewards <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/everyday-spending\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">cards for everyday spending<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3>Comparison of the top cards for non-bonus spending<\/h3>\n<p><em>*Based on TPG valuations and not provided by issuers. See more information <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/monthly-valuations\/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/everyday-spending\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Best credit cards for everyday spending<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a id=\"bottom-line\" class=\"jsx-3480274316 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-3480274316\">Bottom line<\/h2>\n<p>In this guide, I discussed my favorite rewards credit cards for each bonus category, but you may have different favorites. And be sure to check out my posts on the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/cash-back\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best cash back cards for each bonus category<\/a> and the <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/credit-cards\/business\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">best business cards for each bonus category<\/a> while building the best <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/guide\/how-to-assess-build-credit-card-portfolio\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">credit card portfolio<\/a> for your spending and lifestyle.<\/p>\n<p><em>For rates and fees of the Amex Gold Card, please click <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/american-express-gold-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>For rates and fees of the Amex Green Card, please click <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/american-express-green-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>For rates and fees of the Hilton Surpass Card, please click <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/hilton-honors-american-express-surpass-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>For rates and fees of the Amex Platinum Card, please click <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply\/the-platinum-card-from-american-express-rates-fees\/?tid=post\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles Platinum Card, please click <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-platinum-american-express-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\">here<\/a>.<\/em><br \/><em>For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card, please click <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/apply-now\/delta-skymiles-reserve-american-express-card-rates-fees\/?tid=post\">here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><em>For Capital One products listed on this page, some of the above benefits are provided by Visa\u00ae or Mastercard\u00ae and may vary by product. See the respective Guide to Benefits for details, as terms and exclusions apply.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There are many different types of rewards cards. As such, sorting through all the available cards and determining which card (or cards) is best for you can be confusing. 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