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American Express

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American Express

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Cards reviewed
14
Average rating
4.6/5
Headquarters
United States
Founded
1850

American Express (Amex) is a New York-based financial services company founded in 1850, best known for its charge and credit cards targeting premium consumers and small businesses. It operates its own closed-loop payment network and is renowned for its Membership Rewards points program, extensive airport lounge access via the Global Lounge Collection, and a broad portfolio of co-branded cards with Delta Air Lines, Hilton Hotels, and Marriott Bonvoy.

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American Express Credit card
American Express® Gold Card
Points
4.6 4.6 out of 5
Best for travel insurance
Credit card American Express

American Express® Gold Card

9.2/10

The foodie's travel card — 4x at restaurants and supermarkets with over $400 in annual dining credits.

Points No FX fee
Fee
$325 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 4x points at restaurants worldwide and U.S. supermarkets (up…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Travel insurance included
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American Express Credit card
American Express® Green Card
Points
4.7 4.7 out of 5
Best for travel insurance
Credit card American Express

American Express® Green Card

9.4/10

Triple points on travel, transit, and dining at a mid-tier $150 annual fee.

Points No FX fee
Fee
$150 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 3x points on travel, transit, and restaurants worldwide; 1x…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Travel insurance included
Apply now On American Express's secure site View details
American Express Credit card
Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express
Cash back
4.6 4.6 out of 5
Best for rewards
Credit card American Express

Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express

9.2/10

No-annual-fee 3% cash back on groceries, gas, and online shopping.

Cash back Pay in installments
Fee
No fee
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 3% cash back at U.S. supermarkets, U.S. gas stations,…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No card fee
  • Pay in installments
Apply now On American Express's secure site View details
American Express Credit card
Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express
Cash back
4.3 4.3 out of 5
Best for travel insurance
Credit card American Express

Blue Cash Preferred® Card from American Express

8.6/10

Best-in-class 6% back at U.S. supermarkets for families and frequent streamers.

Cash back Pay in installments
Fee
$95 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 6% cash back at U.S. supermarkets (up to $6,000/yr,…
  • Welcome bonus
  • Travel insurance included
  • Pay in installments
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American Express Credit card
Delta SkyMiles® Blue American Express Card
Miles
4.8 4.8 out of 5
Best for rewards
Credit card American Express

Delta SkyMiles® Blue American Express Card

9.6/10

Entry-level Delta co-brand with no annual fee and no foreign transaction fees.

Miles No FX fee
Fee
No fee
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 2x miles on Delta purchases and at restaurants worldwide;…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No card fee
  • No foreign transaction fees
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American Express Credit card
Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card
Miles
4.7 4.7 out of 5
Best for rewards
Credit card American Express

Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card

9.4/10

Free checked bags and Delta priority boarding with a waived first-year fee.

Miles No FX fee
Fee
$150 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 2x miles on Delta purchases, restaurants worldwide, and U.S.…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No foreign transaction fees
Apply now On American Express's secure site View details
American Express Credit card
Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card
Miles
4.5 4.5 out of 5
Best for travel insurance
Credit card American Express

Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card

9.0/10

Annual companion certificate and $2,500 MQD Headstart for dedicated Delta loyalists.

Miles No FX fee
Fee
$350 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 3x miles on Delta purchases and eligible hotels; 2x…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Travel insurance included
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American Express Credit card
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card
Miles
4.5 4.5 out of 5
Best for lounge access
Credit card American Express

Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card

9.0/10

Delta Sky Club access and a premium companion certificate for top-tier Delta travelers.

Miles No FX fee
Fee
$650 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 3x miles on Delta purchases; 1x on all other…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Airport lounge access
Apply now On American Express's secure site View details
American Express Credit card
Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card
Points
4.6 4.6 out of 5
Best for travel insurance
Credit card American Express

Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card

9.2/10

Top-tier Hilton card with Diamond status, free night awards, and resort credits.

Points No FX fee
Fee
$550 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 14x Hilton points on Hilton purchases; 7x on flights,…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Travel insurance included
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American Express Credit card
Hilton Honors American Express Card
Points
4.8 4.8 out of 5
Best for rewards
Credit card American Express

Hilton Honors American Express Card

9.6/10

No annual fee Hilton card with automatic Silver status and strong everyday earning.

Points No FX fee
Fee
No fee
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 7x Hilton Honors points on Hilton purchases; 5x at…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No card fee
  • No foreign transaction fees
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American Express Credit card
Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card
Points
4.6 4.6 out of 5
Best for rewards
Credit card American Express

Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card

9.2/10

Mid-tier Hilton card with Gold status, $200 in hotel credits, and a strong welcome offer.

Points No FX fee
Fee
$150 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 12x Hilton points on Hilton purchases; 6x at U.S.…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No foreign transaction fees
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American Express Credit card
Marriott Bonvoy Bevy® American Express® Card
Points
4.6 4.6 out of 5
Best for travel insurance
Credit card American Express

Marriott Bonvoy Bevy® American Express® Card

9.2/10

Mid-tier Marriott card with Gold Elite status and strong dining and grocery earning.

Points No FX fee
Fee
$250 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 6x Marriott Bonvoy points on Marriott purchases; 4x at…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Travel insurance included
Apply now On American Express's secure site View details
American Express Credit card
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card
Points
4.6 4.6 out of 5
Best for lounge access
Credit card American Express

Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card

9.2/10

Premium Marriott card with Platinum Elite status, annual free night, and Priority Pass lounge access.

Points No FX fee
Fee
$650 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 6x Marriott Bonvoy points on Marriott purchases; 3x at…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Airport lounge access
Apply now On American Express's secure site View details
American Express Credit card
The Platinum Card® from American Express
Points
4.7 4.7 out of 5
Best for lounge access
Credit card American Express

The Platinum Card® from American Express

9.4/10

The definitive premium travel card with over $3,500 in annual credits and 1,550+ lounge access.

Points No FX fee
Fee
$895 USD/yr
Interest
19.49% - 28.49%
Interest-free
-

Why we like it

  • 5x points on flights booked directly with airlines or…
  • Welcome bonus
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Airport lounge access
Apply now On American Express's secure site View details
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