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COMPARE/AMEX MARRIOTT BONVOY BRILLIANT VS DELTA SKYMILES® PLATINUM AMERICAN EXPRESS CARD
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American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant or Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card?

Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card returns $40 over its fee and American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant returns $320, so the fee difference comes down to which categories you use.

NET VALUE-$320$330 credits
NET VALUE+$40$390 credits
FEE$650
CREDITS$330
NET-$320
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HOTEL FREE NIGHT CERTIFICATES
BEST NET VALUE
FEE$350
CREDITS$390
NET+$40
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AIRLINE COMPANION CERTIFICATES
TAKE THE AMEX MARRIOTT BONVOY BRILLIANT IF

You use food & dining.

TAKE THE DELTA SKYMILES® PLATINUM AMERICAN EXPRESS CARD IF

You use travel, transportation. Travel and Transportation alone are worth $270 here and nothing on the Amex Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant.

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant or Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card?

The Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card is better with $40 net annual value compared to the American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant at -$320. The Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card wins by $360/year.

What's the difference between American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant and Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card?

The key differences: American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant has a $650 annual fee and $390 in annual benefits, while Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card has a $350 annual fee and $330 in annual benefits. The annual fee difference is $300.

Which has a lower annual fee, American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant or Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card?

The Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card has a lower annual fee at $350 compared to the American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant at $650. However, the American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant offers $330 in total annual benefits.

Is the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card worth it compared to the American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant?

Yes, the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card offers better value with $40 net annual value compared to -$320 for the American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant. It also has a lower annual fee.

Which card is better for food_and_dining?

The American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant is better for food_and_dining with $300 in annual food_and_dining benefits compared to $120 for the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card.

Should I get the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card?

If you're deciding between the American Express Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant and Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card, the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card is the better choice with $40 net annual value. However, make sure you can use the key benefits to maximize value. Compare the full benefit breakdown to see which fits your spending better.

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