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Chase Sapphire Preferred

Chase

Chase Sapphire Preferred

The best starter travel card with serious points potential

The Chase Sapphire Preferred is the best entry point for family travel rewards. At $95/year with access to the full Chase Ultimate Rewards transfer network, it delivers nearly the same strategic value as the Reserve at a fraction of the cost — making it the right starting card for most families.

✓ Pros

  • 3x on dining, 2x on travel at a $95 annual fee — exceptional value
  • Access to all Chase transfer partners — same network as Reserve
  • $50 annual hotel credit essentially reduces fee to $45

✕ Cons

  • No airport lounge access
  • Lower earning rates than Reserve in some categories

Scores

Overall
9
Safety
9.2
Value
9.5
Ease
9.4
Quality
9.1

Specifications

annual Fee$95
signup Bonus60,000 points
base Earning3x dining, 2x travel, 1x else
hotel Credit$50
loungeNone