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      Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card Benefits & Review for 2024

      Phil Dengler
      Chase Sapphire Preferred Card Benefits Review

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      With a reasonable $95 annual fee, a 60,000 point new account bonus, 5x points on Lyft rides, and a variety of other travel-related benefits, the Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is perfect for those new to points and miles. It provides access to the Chase Ultimate Rewards portal where you can pool and maximize points from other Chase credit cards.

      Cardholders earn 3x Chase Ultimate Rewards points per dollar spent on dining, select streaming services, and online grocery purchases (excluding Walmart, Target, and wholesale clubs). Cardholders also earn a minimum of 2x (max of 5x) points per dollar spent on travel. Points can be redeemed at 1.25 cents per point when booking travel through the Ultimate Rewards portal. Cardholders also have the option to transfer points to a variety of airlines and hotels for potentially more value.

      While the Chase Sapphire Preferred is a solid beginner travel-focused credit card, some frequent travelers may demand more benefits. Here is what you need to know about the Chase Sapphire Preferred and if you should sign up.

      Benefits at a Glance
      Annual Fee: $95 (not waived the first year)
      Current Bonus: Earn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That’s $750 when you redeem through Chase Ultimate Rewards®.
      5x Points per dollar spent on Travel booked through Chase (excludes hotel stays qualifying for the $50 credit)
      2x Points on all other Travel
      3x Points per dollar spent on Dining
      3x Points per dollar spent on Select Streaming Services
      3x Points per dollar spent on Online Grocery Purchases (excluding Target, Walmart, and wholesale clubs)
      – Up to $50 in statement credits each year for hotels booked through Chase
      5x Points on Lyft (ends March 2025)
      Earn 10% Bonus Points each account anniversary for your total purchases the previous year
      Free DashPass Membership for One Year (Activate By December 31, 2024)
      Primary Rental Car Insurance
      – Variety of Travel Insurance Options
      Authorized User Fee: $0

      Who is the Chase Sapphire Preferred For?

      The ideal Chase Sapphire Preferred cardholder is someone who wants premium travel benefits without having to pay a steep annual fee. Unlike the Chase Sapphire Reserve® which has a $550 annual fee, the Sapphire Preferred’s annual fee is only $95. While the Sapphire Preferred does not include most of the Sapphire Reserve’s statement credits, its lower annual fee is easy to justify for frequent travelers and those who eat out often.

      The Sapphire Preferred does have an up to a $50 credit for hotel stays booked through the Chase Ultimate Rewards portal. Using it cuts the annual fee down to only $45. The 60,000 points new account bonus is also worth a minimum of $600 ($750 booking travel through Chase), which covers the annual fee for many years.

      Featured Chase Sapphire Preferred Benefits

      The Chase Sapphire Preferred features numerous benefits, but here are our top picks.

      60,000-Point New Account Bonus

      Sapphire Preferred Cardholders who spend $4,000 in the first three months will receive a 60,000-point new account bonus. This is equal to the Sapphire Reserve’s current welcome bonus: (Earn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That’s $900 toward travel when you redeem through Chase Ultimate Rewards®)

      Here is how much the 60,000-point bonus is worth depending on the various redemption options.

      • Cash – $600
      • Travel via Chase Ultimate Rewards Portal – $750
      • Transfer to a Chase Partner Hotel or Airline – Up to $1,200

      You can keep track of how close you are to reaching the bonus within your Chase Ultimate Rewards account. Even if you decide to opt for cash, you receive $600, which covers the annual fee for 6 years. A better way to redeem your bonus points is by booking travel through Chase Ultimate Rewards. Points are worth up to 1.25 cents per point (25% more) when using that option.

      The best way to redeem points is by transferring to one of Chase’s partner airlines or hotels. Depending on the partner, it is possible to get a value of 2 cents per point or more.

      To be eligible for the bonus, you must not currently have a Sapphire card. If you have received a Sapphire bonus in the past 48 months, you are ineligible. You are also ineligible for the bonus if you have another Sapphire card and request a product change.

      Further Reading: Chase Sapphire Preferred Current Bonus Points Offer

      Primary Rental Car Insurance

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      One of the most important Sapphire Preferred benefits is the included primary rental car insurance. Also known as Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) or Loss Damage Waiver (LDW), this coverage is extremely valuable if you are renting a car. With primary coverage, you file with Chase before filing with your insurance company. Coverage is available for rentals lasting no longer than 31 days.

      It provides up to $75,000 in coverage for theft and collision for your rental car. While expensive and exotic cars are excluded, it covers most cars (motorcycles are excluded) you would rent in a normal situation. Buying similar coverage from a rental car company can cost upwards of $40 per day, so this benefit can provide huge savings depending on how often you rent. Additionally, it covers loss of use and reasonable towing charges.

      To activate coverage, simply decline the rental car company’s CDW and LDW. You must also charge the entire rental to your Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card.

      Further reading: Best Credit Cards for Rental Cars and Best Credit Cards for Rental Car Insurance

      The Vacationer Tip

      Please note, this coverage only provides reimbursement for theft and damage to your rental car. You must carry your own liability insurance for injuries and damage to other motorists and their vehicle.

      5X Points on Lyft Rides

      Through March 2025, Sapphire Preferred cardholders earn 5x points per dollar spent (2x points for travel plus an additional 3x) on Lyft rides. Uber rides and other rideshare services continue to earn 2x points, so Lyft is the clear choice for maximizing points. If you are a frequent Lyft rider, consider the Chase Sapphire Reserve instead. It provides 10x points on rides.

      Pay Yourself Back Program (Points Are Worth Up to 25% More)

      Sapphire Preferred cardholders can redeem points at 1.25 cents per point for purchases made at select charities through December 31, 2023. The 1.25 cents per point redemption equals the amount you get booking travel through the Ultimate Rewards portal.

      Eligible purchases made in the previous 90 days qualify for a statement credit worth 1.25 cents per point. For example, a $100 eligible charity charge would only require 8,000 points as opposed to 10,000 points. A $500 eligible charity charge would only require 40,000 points as opposed to 50,000 points.

      The Vacationer Tip

      Those interested in the Chase Sapphire Preferred should take note of Chase’s unofficial 5/24 rule. This means if you have opened five credit cards or more in the past 24 months, you will most likely get declined for a Chase credit card. If this applies to you, we recommend waiting to apply for the Sapphire Preferred until you are out of the window.

      Up to $50 in Yearly Statement Credits When Booking Hotels Through Chase

      Cardholders can earn up to $50 in statement credits each account anniversary year for hotels booked through Chase. Please note, hotel stays qualifying for the $50 statement credit will not earn the usual 5x points for hotels booked via Ultimate Rewards.

      Further reading: Best Credit Cards for Hotel Bookings and How to Use the Chase Sapphire Preferred $50 Hotel Credit

      Chase Sapphire Preferred Travel Benefits

      At its heart, the Chase Sapphire Preferred is a travel credit card. Here are the many benefits you will get when planning your next trip.

      2X Points on Travel Purchases

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      Sapphire Preferred cardholders earn at least 2x Chase Ultimate Rewards points for every dollar spent on travel. For comparison, the Sapphire Reserve ($550 annual fee) earns at least 3x points on travel (after the first $300 spent). Chase has a very broad definition of travel compared to other credit card companies, so it is very easy to earn 2x points.

      Here is what you can expect to code as travel.

      • Hotels & Motels
      • Airbnb
      • Airlines (tickets, seat upgrades, bags)
      • Car Rental Agencies
      • Travel Agencies & Discount Travel Sites
      • Cruises
      • Campgrounds
      • Timeshares
      • Parking Lots & Parking Garages
      • Toll Bridges, Highways, & Tunnels
      • Car Services (including Buses, Taxis, Lyft (earns 5x points), and Uber)
      • Trains

      Despite Chase’s generous definition of travel, some transactions you may expect to code as travel do not. Vrbo rentals usually do not code as travel despite being vacation rentals. In cases like that, you will only earn 1x points. Airbnb does code as travel, so keep that in mind if everything else is equal and you wish to maximize your points.

      Depending on your redemption choice, the 2x points per dollar earned on travel can be worth anywhere from 2 cents to 4 cents. For example, a statement credit or cash nets 2 cents for 2 points (or 1 cent per 1 point). Transferring to Hyatt could net as much as 4 cents for 2 points (or two cents per point).

      The Vacationer Tip

      Keep an eye on your transactions after booking travel. If something should logically code as travel but does not, you should contact Chase and ask for the bonus points. Chase may not always say yes, but it is worth a shot.

      Earn 5x Points Booking Travel Through Ultimate Rewards

      Cardholders now earn 5x points booking travel through Chase. That includes flights, hotels, and rental cars. Please note, hotel stays that qualify for the yearly $50 credit do not earn points.

      While that is an improvement from the previous figure, it is often better to book direct. For example, booking a flight directly with the airline allows you to deal with the airline’s customer service for changes and cancellations. Booking a flight through Chase means you deal with Chase for customer service, which may be a mixed experience when changing or canceling flights.

      Further reading: Best Airline Credit Cards and How to Prevent Flight Delays and Cancellations

      Points Are Worth 25% More (or 1.25 cents per point) When Redeeming Through Chase Ultimate Rewards Travel Portal

      Chase wants you to book travel through its Ultimate Rewards portal, which is why points are worth 25% more when redeemed this way. This includes flights, hotels, cruises, and car rentals. For example, 50,000 points are worth $625 (or 62,500 points) when booking travel through the Chase portal. To figure out the 25% redemption, simply multiply your points by 1.25 and divide by 100 (50,000 x 1.25 = 62,500/100 = $625).

      The 2x points per dollar spent cardholders earn on travel are worth 2.5 cents (or 1.25 cents per point) when booking travel through Chase (2 x 1.25 = 2.5). While this is decent value, the higher annual fee Sapphire Reserve provides better value. It earns 3x points on travel (after spending $300) and points are worth 50% more when booking travel through Chase. So 50,000 points are worth $750 (or 75,000 points). The 3x points earned per dollar spent on travel are worth 4.5 cents, or 1.5 cents per point.

      Further Reading: What Credit Score Do I Need for the Chase Sapphire Preferred?

      1:1 Point Transfer to 13 Partner Airlines and Hotels

      The best way to redeem Sapphire Preferred points is more often than not transferring to one of Chase’s partner airlines and hotels. Currently, Chase is partnered with 11 airlines and 3 hotel chains. It is a 1:1 point transfer, and you must have at least 1,000 points to transfer. Depending on which partner you transfer your points to, you may get more for your points than booking travel through Chase.

      Here are the current partner airlines and hotels.

      Chase Airline & Hotel Transfer Partners
      AirlinesHotels
      AerClub (Aer Lingus)IHG® One Rewards
      Air Canada AeroplanMarriott Bonvoy™
      British Airways Executive ClubWorld of Hyatt®
      Emirates Skywards®
      Flying Blue AIR FRANCE KLM
      Iberia Plus
      JetBlue TrueBlue
      Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer
      Southwest Airlines Rapid Rewards®
      United MileagePlus®
      Virgin Atlantic Flying Club

      Most transfers are instant, but they can take 1-2 days. All transfers are final, so we recommend figuring out what flight or hotel you want to book before transferring. Hyatt is viewed as the best hotel transfer partner (points can be worth 2 cents per point or more), but you should check rates before transferring. In some cases, it may be better to book through the Chase travel portal. For airlines, United MileagePlus is a great transfer partner.

      Before transferring, you must sign up with the hotel or airline’s loyalty or rewards program.

      Trip Cancellation/Interruption Insurance

      Cardholders and immediate family members are entitled to reimbursement for up to $10,000 per person (up to $20,000 per trip) in non-refundable, pre-paid travel expenses due to cancellation or interruption. Examples of covered expenses include hotels, airfare, and tours. Covered reasons include illness, natural disasters, and jury duty.

      Trip cancellation insurance begins on the day you book the covered expense and ends at the time of departure for the trip. Trip interruption insurance begins on the way to departure and ends on the last day of the trip.

      For example, if your hotel goes out of business, Chase will refund you the cost. Ditto for airfare if an airline goes out of business. You must charge your non-refundable, pre-paid travel expense to your Chase Sapphire Preferred card to be eligible for reimbursement.

      The Vacationer Tip

      Before embarking on your trip, we recommend reading the complete Guide to Benefits for your Chase Sapphire Preferred card. It includes detailed information for trip cancellation/delay insurance, trip delay reimbursement, baggage delay insurance, and lost luggage reimbursement. While we have provided an overview for each type of insurance, you should still read the Guide to Benefits for restrictions and instructions on filing a claim.

      Trip Delay Reimbursement

      Cardholders and family members are eligible for up to a $500 reimbursement per person when travel is delayed for at least 12 hours or requires an overnight stay. Covered expenses include meals, clothing, lodging, toiletries, and medicine. Covered reasons for delay include poor weather, equipment failure, and terrorism. Hazards or delays known before embarking on the trip are not covered.

      Baggage Delay Insurance

      Cardholders and immediate family members are eligible for up to $100 in reimbursement for up to five days for essential purchases due to baggage being delayed for longer than six hours. Essential purchases include clothing, toiletries, and cell phone charging cables. Your transportation ticket must be purchased with your Chase Sapphire Preferred card to be eligible for reimbursement.

      Excluded items include hearing aids, jewelry, artificial teeth, and cameras. We recommend reading the Guide to Benefits for a complete list of excluded items.

      Lost Luggage Reimbursement

      Cardholders and immediate family members are eligible for up to $3,000 per passenger in lost luggage reimbursement. The carrier must lose or damage your luggage. Carry-on luggage and checked bags are both eligible for reimbursement. Jewelry, watches, cameras, and other electronic equipment have a sub-limit of up to $500.

      Travel and Emergency Assistance Referrals

      The cardholder, the cardholder’s spouse or domestic partner, and dependent children under age 22 are eligible for travel and emergency assistance services from Chase. This service simply provides referrals for various professionals such as doctors and lawyers. You still have to pay the doctor, lawyer, or emergency transportation company in question.

      Travel Accident Insurance

      Cardholders and immediate family members are eligible for up to $500,000 in travel accident insurance. At least a portion of the trip must have been paid for with a Chase Sapphire Preferred card to receive benefits. Here are the two types of travel accident insurance available. Please note, only one of these insurances can be used for a single incident.

      • Common Carrier Travel Accident Insurance – Provides up to $500,000 for loss of life, dismemberment, or loss of hearing, sight, or speech. This insurance kicks in when entering, exiting, or riding on a bus, train, airplane, or cruise ship.
      • 24-Hour Travel Accident Insurance – Provides up to $100,000 for dismemberment or loss of hearing, sight, or speech. This insurance kicks in on the departure date and ends on the return date.

      Exclusions include declarations of war, sporting activity in which money can be earned, illegal acts, and various physical and mental traumas.

      Further reading: Best Credit Cards for Travel Insurance and Best Travel Insurance

      Chase Sapphire Preferred Dining Benefits

      In addition to offering premium travel benefits, the Sapphire Preferred also features a multitude of dining benefits.

      3X Points on Dining Purchases

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      Sapphire Preferred cardholders earn 3x Chase Ultimate Reward points per dollar spent on dining purchases. This includes restaurants, fast food establishments, fine dining, and delivery services, including DoorDash. Liquor stores generally do not count, but we have seen some code as Food and Drink.

      We recommend checking your statement after making a dining purchase. In the past, we have seen restaurants that should logically count as Food and Drink code as Catering and Bakery. In cases like that, you will only earn 1x points. If that happens, we recommend contacting Chase since they may bonus you an additional 1x point if a restaurant codes incorrectly.

      The 3x points earned per dollar spent on dining can be worth as much as 2 cents per point depending on how you redeem them. The 3x points per dollar spent earned on dining is equal to what the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, Chase Freedom Unlimited®, and the Chase Freedom Flex℠ earn.

      Further Reading: Chase Freedom Unlimited Benefits and Chase Freedom Flex Benefits.

      Complimentary One-Year DashPass Subscription from DoorDash (through December 31, 2024)

      Chase Sapphire Preferred cardholders are eligible for at least a year of free DashPass. This is food delivery service DoorDash’s premium membership. It usually costs $9.99 per month, so you are saving $120 by activating it. DashPass provides free delivery and reduced service fees for orders of $12 or more.

      To activate, simply add your Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card information to your DoorDash account. You will be prompted to begin your complimentary DashPass membership.

      In addition to the free DashPass membership, Sapphire Preferred cardholders earn 2x points on all DoorDash orders.

      Chase has extended memberships through December 31, 2024.

      Other Chase Sapphire Preferred Benefits

      Here are a few other benefits Sapphire Preferred cardholders can advantage of.

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      3X Points on Online Grocery Purchases (exclusions apply)

      Cardholders earn 3x points per dollar spent for online grocery purchases. Unfortunately, wholesale clubs, Walmart, and Target are excluded. This is a major advantage over the Sapphire Reserve as it does not have a bonus grocery category.

      3X Points on Select Streaming Services

      Cardholders earn 3x points per dollar spent on select streaming services. This includes services like Netflix, Hulu, and Disney+.

      Purchase Protection

      Cardholders and recipients of gifts purchased by the cardholder are eligible for up to $50,000 ($500 per claim) in purchase protection. Items must be purchased with a Chase Sapphire Preferred card, and the cardholder must notify the benefits administrator within 90 days of the incident. Valid reasons for a claim include theft, damage, and accidental parting with the property in question. The event must happen within 120 days of the purchase.

      Exclusions include used items, antiques, automobiles, boats, and missing items with no evidence of theft.

      Extended Warranty Protection

      Cardholders and recipients of gifts purchased by the cardholder are eligible for up to $50,000 ($10,000 per claim) in extended warranty protection. This protection extends the manufacturer’s warranty by an additional year when the warranty is three years or less. To be eligible for this protection, the item in question must have been purchased with a Chase Sapphire Preferred credit card. Additionally, you must notify the benefits administrator within 90 days of the product failure.

      Exclusions include used items, computer software, automobiles, and boats.

      Roadside Dispatch

      Cardholders are eligible for emergency roadside assistance in the event of a breakdown. A flat fee covers towing, fuel delivery, jump-starting, and tire changing. The service is available 24 hours a day, seven days per week. There is no membership fee for this service, and pre-enrollment is not required. Towing is limited to five miles for the flat fee, so keep that in mind before calling.

      The Chase Sapphire Preferred Compared to Other Similar Cards

      As a beginner travel-focused credit card, the Chase Sapphire Preferred holds up well against the competition. Its main competitor is the $95 annual fee Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card, but it also competes against the Chase Sapphire Reserve.

      Chase Sapphire Reserve

      With a $550 annual fee, the Chase Sapphire Reserve is $455 more expensive per year than the Chase Sapphire Preferred. While the difference may seem big, the fee is offset by numerous statement credits and other elite travel benefits. After considering the credits, the Sapphire Reserve has a net annual fee of only $190 ($550 – $300 – $60). This includes the $300 yearly travel credit and the $5 Monthly DoorDash Credit.

      The Sapphire Reserve also includes the following benefits:

      For elite travel benefits, the Sapphire Reserve is the better card. For the modest traveler, the Sapphire Preferred is our pick. See our complete Chase Sapphire Preferred Card vs. Chase Sapphire Reserve comparison article for further details.

      Further Reading: Chase Sapphire Reserve Benefits

      Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card

      With a $95 annual fee, the Capital One Venture Rewards Card is the Chase Sapphire Preferred’s direct competitor. Here is how the two cards stack up.

      Chase Sapphire PreferredCapital One Venture Card
      Current BonusEarn 60,000 bonus points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That’s $750 when you redeem through Chase Ultimate Rewards®.Enjoy a one-time bonus of 75,000 Miles once you spend $4,000 on purchases within 3 months from account opening
      Annual Fee$95$95
      Travel Earnings– 5x points on hotels, flights, and car rentals booked through Chase
      – 2x points for all other travel purchases
      – 5x miles on car rentals and hotels booked through Capital One Travel
      – 2x miles for all other purchases
      Global Entry / TSA PreCheck CreditNoYes
      Primary Rental Car InsuranceYesNo
      Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Capital One Venture Card

      Further Reading: Chase Sapphire Preferred vs. Capital One Venture Card

      American Express® Gold Card

      The American Express® Gold Card is also frequently compared to the Chase Sapphire Preferred. Here are some of its main benefits and features.

      • 4x points per dollar spent at Restaurants and takeout and delivery in the U.S.
      • 4x points per dollar spent at U.S. Supermarkets on up to $25,000 per year, then 1x.
      • 3x points per dollar spent on Flights booked directly with airlines or on amextravel.com.
      • Annual Fee: $250

      For the higher annual fee, the Amex Gold earns more at restaurants and at U.S. supermarkets (on the first $25,000 per year, then 1x). This is my primary card when going out to eat as well as at the the supermarket.

      See our complete Chase Sapphire Preferred Card vs. Amex Gold Card comparison article for further details.

      Further Reading: American Express Gold Card Benefits

      FAQ

      How much is the Chase Sapphire Preferred’s annual fee?

      $95

      How much do I have to spend per year to cover the Chase Sapphire Preferred’s $95 annual fee?

      Frequent travelers can cover the Sapphire Preferred’s $95 annual fee fairly easily. When redeeming points for cash, cardholders need to spend $4,750 per year on travel (2x points per dollar spent) or $1,900 per year when booking travel through Chase (5x points per dollar spent) to net $95. Diners need to spend $3,167 per year (3x points per dollar spent) to net $95 when redeeming points for cash.

      Those spending totals go down if you redeem your points by booking travel through Chase or transferring them to a partner hotel or airline.

      What credit score is needed to get approved for the Chase Sapphire Preferred?

      Ideally, you need at least a FICO credit score of 700 for Sapphire Preferred approval. If your credit score is over 725 and you are not breaking the unofficial 5/24 rule, you should get approved. See our Chase Sapphire Preferred Credit Score Requirements guide.

      How many points does the Chase Sapphire Preferred earn on travel purchases?

      Cardholders earn 2x Chase Ultimate Rewards points per dollar spent for purchases that code as travel.
      Cardholders earn 5x points per dollar spent on travel purchases booked through Chase.

      How many points does the Chase Sapphire Preferred earn on dining purchases?

      Cardholders earn 3x Chase Ultimate Rewards points per dollar spent for purchases that code as food & drink.

      How much does it cost to add an authorized user to the Chase Sapphire Preferred?

      $0. For comparison purposes, the Sapphire Reserve has a $75 authorized user fee.

      Does the Chase Sapphire Preferred have a $300 travel credit?

      No, the $300 travel credit is exclusive to the Chase Sapphire Reserve. The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card does have a yearly $50 hotel credit, however.

      Does the Chase Sapphire Preferred provide up to a $100 reimbursement credit for Global Entry and TSA PreCheck?

      No, the $100 application fee reimbursement is exclusive to the Chase Sapphire Reserve.

      Does the Chase Sapphire Preferred include lounge access?

      No, lounge access, via Priority Pass, is exclusive to the Chase Sapphire Reserve.

      How much is the Chase Sapphire Preferred new account bonus worth?

      The current bonus is 60,000 points, and you can earn it by spending $4,000 in the first three months. Its value depends on how you redeem it. Here are a few examples.

      – Cash – $600
      – Travel via Chase Ultimate Rewards Portal (25% extra) – $750
      – Transfer to a Chase Partner Hotel or Airline – Up to $1,200

      Do Chase Sapphire Preferred points ever expire?

      No, Sapphire Preferred points do not expire as long as the account remains open.

      Does the Chase Sapphire Preferred have foreign transaction fees?

      No.

      How many points does the Chase Sapphire Preferred earn on purchases other than travel, dining, select streaming services, and online grocery?

      The Sapphire Preferred earns 1x points on all purchases other than ones in those categories.

      Can I have the Chase Sapphire Preferred and Chase Sapphire Reserve at the same time?

      No, you can only have one of the two Chase Sapphire credit cards.

      Does Chase’s 5/24 rule affect my approval odds for the Sapphire Preferred?

      Yes, the 5/24 rule will affect your odds. If you have been approved for five or more cards in the last 24 months, you will likely get denied.

      How much is one point worth when redeeming for cash?

      One point is worth 1 cent ($0.01) when redeemed for cash or a statement credit.

      Is the Chase Sapphire Preferred Worth It?

      With a low annual fee and a variety of travel benefits, the Chase Sapphire Preferred is absolutely worth it. Use the annual $50 hotel credit to lower the net annual fee and enjoy 5x points per dollar spent when booking travel through Chase.

      The Vacationer’s Final Thoughts

      The Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card is a great card for those who want solid travel benefits with an annual fee under $100. While it does not include the Sapphire Reserve’s elite travel perks, it does provide access to the Chase Ultimate Rewards portal, where points can be pooled with other Chase cards. The 2x points earned on travel (5x booked through Chase) and 3x points earned on dining are worth much more when redeemed for travel via Chase or when transferred to a partner hotel or airline.

      Those still worried about the $95 annual fee can breathe a sigh of relief. The 60,000 point new account bonus covers the annual fee for 8 years when redeemed for cash.

      Further Reading:

      Editorial Disclosure: Opinions, reviews, analyses & recommendations are the author’s alone, and have not been reviewed, endorsed or approved by any of these entities.

      For Capital One products listed on this page, some of the above benefits are provided by Visa® or Mastercard® and may vary by product. See the respective Guide to Benefits for details, as terms and exclusions apply

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