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COMPARE/DELTA SKYMILES® GOLD AMERICAN EXPRESS CARD VS AMEX HILTON HONORS ASPIRE
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Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card or American Express Hilton Honors Aspire?

American Express Hilton Honors Aspire returns $289 over its fee and Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card returns $50, so the fee difference comes down to which categories you use.

NET VALUE-$50$100 credits
NET VALUE+$289$839 credits
FEE$150
CREDITS$100
NET-$50
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BEST NET VALUE
FEE$550
CREDITS$839
NET+$289
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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card or American Express Hilton Honors Aspire?

The American Express Hilton Honors Aspire is better with $289 net annual value compared to the Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card at -$50. The American Express Hilton Honors Aspire wins by $339/year.

What's the difference between Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card and American Express Hilton Honors Aspire?

The key differences: American Express Hilton Honors Aspire has a $550 annual fee and $839 in annual benefits, while Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card has a $150 annual fee and $100 in annual benefits. The annual fee difference is $400.

Which has a lower annual fee, Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card or American Express Hilton Honors Aspire?

The Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card has a lower annual fee at $150 compared to the American Express Hilton Honors Aspire at $550. However, the American Express Hilton Honors Aspire offers $839 in total annual benefits.

Is the American Express Hilton Honors Aspire worth it compared to the Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card?

Yes, the American Express Hilton Honors Aspire offers better value with $289 net annual value compared to -$50 for the Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card. Even though it has a higher annual fee ($550 vs $150), the American Express Hilton Honors Aspire provides more total benefits.

Which card is better for travel?

The American Express Hilton Honors Aspire is better for travel with $809 in annual travel benefits compared to $100 for the Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card.

Should I get the American Express Hilton Honors Aspire?

If you're deciding between the Delta SkyMiles® Gold American Express Card and American Express Hilton Honors Aspire, the American Express Hilton Honors Aspire is the better choice with $289 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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