American Express Green or Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card?

American Express Green returns $59 over its fee and Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card returns $50, so the fee difference comes down to which categories you use.

American Express GreenAmerican Express · $150 fee · 1 credits

Hilton Honors American Express Surpass CardAmerican Express · $150 fee · 1 credits

NET VALUE+$59$209 credits

NET VALUE+$50$200 credits

CATEGORY	GREEN	HILTON HONORS AMERICAN EXPRESS SURPASS CARD
🌎Travel	$209	$200
Hotel Free Night Certificates	—	Hilton Surpass Free Night
Total credits	$209	$200
Annual fee	$150	$150
Net value	+$59	+$50

BEST NET VALUE

AMERICAN EXPRESSAmerican Express Green

FEE$150

CREDITS$209

NET+$59

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AMERICAN EXPRESSHilton Honors American Express Surpass Card

FEE$150

CREDITS$200

NET+$50

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ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

HOTEL FREE NIGHT CERTIFICATES

Hilton Surpass Free Night

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Frequently asked questions

Which is better, American Express Green or Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card?

The American Express Green is better with $59 net annual value compared to the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card at $50. The American Express Green wins by $9/year.

What's the difference between American Express Green and Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card?

The key differences: Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card has a $150 annual fee and $209 in annual benefits, while American Express Green has a $150 annual fee and $200 in annual benefits.

Is the American Express Green worth it compared to the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card?

Yes, the American Express Green offers better value with $59 net annual value compared to $50 for the Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card. It also has a similar annual fee.

Should I get the American Express Green?

If you're deciding between the American Express Green and Hilton Honors American Express Surpass Card, the American Express Green is the better choice with $59 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.