Delta SkyMiles Gold Business or American Express Gold?
American Express Gold returns $99 over its fee and Delta SkyMiles Gold Business returns $0, so the fee difference comes down to which categories you use.


| CATEGORY | DELTA SKYMILES GOLD BUSINESS | GOLD |
|---|---|---|
| 🍽️Food & Dining | — | $424 |
| 🌎Travel | $150 | — |
| ✨Lifestyle | — | $120 |
| 🚗Transportation | — | $120 |
| Total credits | $150 | $424 |
| Annual fee | $150 | $325 |
| Net value | +$0 | +$99 |
You use travel. Travel alone is worth $150 here and nothing on the Amex Gold.
You use food & dining, lifestyle, transportation. Food & Dining and Lifestyle and Transportation alone are worth $664 here and nothing on the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business.
Where to use each card
No partner maps yet
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Delta SkyMiles Gold Business or American Express Gold?
The American Express Gold is better with $99 net annual value compared to the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business at $0. The American Express Gold wins by $99/year.
What's the difference between Delta SkyMiles Gold Business and American Express Gold?
The key differences: American Express Gold has a $325 annual fee and $424 in annual benefits, while Delta SkyMiles Gold Business has a $150 annual fee and $150 in annual benefits. The annual fee difference is $175.
Which has a lower annual fee, Delta SkyMiles Gold Business or American Express Gold?
The Delta SkyMiles Gold Business has a lower annual fee at $150 compared to the American Express Gold at $325. However, the American Express Gold offers $424 in total annual benefits.
Is the American Express Gold worth it compared to the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business?
Yes, the American Express Gold offers better value with $99 net annual value compared to $0 for the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business. Even though it has a higher annual fee ($325 vs $150), the American Express Gold provides more total benefits.
Which card is better for food_and_dining?
The American Express Gold is better for food_and_dining with $424 in annual food_and_dining benefits compared to $0 for the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business.
Should I get the American Express Gold?
If you're deciding between the Delta SkyMiles Gold Business and American Express Gold, the American Express Gold is the better choice with $99 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.
Other comparisons
NET VALUE SHOWN FOR EACHMORE DELTA SKYMILES GOLD BUSINESS COMPARISONS
- vs. Amex Business Gold
- vs. Amex Business Platinum
- vs. Amex Delta SkyMiles Reserve
- vs. Amex Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business
- vs. Amex Green
- vs. Amex Hilton Honors Aspire
- vs. Amex Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant
- vs. Amex Platinum
- vs. Amex Platinum (Charles Schwab)
- vs. Amex Platinum (Morgan Stanley)
- vs. Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business
- vs. Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card
- vs. Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card
- vs. Hilton Honors American Express Business Card
- vs. Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card
- vs. Bank of America Premium Rewards
- vs. Bank of America Premium Rewards Elite
- vs. Capital One Venture X
- vs. Capital One Venture X Business
- vs. Hyatt
- vs. Sapphire Preferred
- vs. Sapphire Reserve
- vs. Sapphire Reserve for Business
- vs. United Club
- vs. United Explorer
- vs. United Quest
- vs. IHG One Rewards Business Credit Card
- vs. IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card
- vs. IHG One Rewards Premier Select Credit Card
- vs. Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
- vs. The Ritz-Carlton Credit Card
- vs. United Business Card
- vs. United Club Business Card
- vs. Citi AAdvantage Executive
- vs. Citi Strata Elite
- vs. U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve
- vs. Wells Fargo Autograph Journey
MORE AMEX GOLD COMPARISONS
- vs. Amex Business Gold
- vs. Amex Business Platinum
- vs. Amex Delta SkyMiles Reserve
- vs. Amex Delta SkyMiles Reserve Business
- vs. Amex Green
- vs. Amex Hilton Honors Aspire
- vs. Amex Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant
- vs. Amex Platinum
- vs. Amex Platinum (Charles Schwab)
- vs. Amex Platinum (Morgan Stanley)
- vs. Delta SkyMiles Platinum Business
- vs. Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card
- vs. Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card
- vs. Hilton Honors American Express Business Card
- vs. Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card
- vs. Bank of America Premium Rewards
- vs. Bank of America Premium Rewards Elite
- vs. Capital One Venture X
- vs. Capital One Venture X Business
- vs. Hyatt
- vs. Sapphire Preferred
- vs. Sapphire Reserve
- vs. Sapphire Reserve for Business
- vs. United Club
- vs. United Explorer
- vs. United Quest
- vs. IHG One Rewards Business Credit Card
- vs. IHG One Rewards Premier Credit Card
- vs. IHG One Rewards Premier Select Credit Card
- vs. Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
- vs. The Ritz-Carlton Credit Card
- vs. United Business Card
- vs. United Club Business Card
- vs. Citi AAdvantage Executive
- vs. Citi Strata Elite
- vs. U.S. Bank Altitude Reserve
- vs. Wells Fargo Autograph Journey