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Bank of America Premium Rewards or Chase Sapphire Preferred?
Chase Sapphire Preferred returns $395 over its fee and Bank of America Premium Rewards returns $30, so the fee difference comes down to which categories you use.
Bank of America Premium RewardsBank of America · $95 fee · 2 credits
Chase Sapphire PreferredChase · $95 fee · 5 credits
NET VALUE+$30$125 credits
NET VALUE+$395$490 credits
| CATEGORY | BANK OF AMERICA PREMIUM REWARDS | SAPPHIRE PREFERRED |
|---|---|---|
| 🍽️Food & Dining | — | $240 |
| 🌎Travel | $125 | $100 |
| 🎭Entertainment & Media | — | $120 |
| Total credits | $125 | $490 |
| Annual fee | $95 | $95 |
BEST NET VALUE
TAKE THE BANK OF AMERICA PREMIUM REWARDS IF
You use travel.
TAKE THE SAPPHIRE PREFERRED IF
You use food & dining, entertainment & media. Food & Dining and Entertainment & Media alone are worth $360 here and nothing on the Bank of America Premium Rewards.
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Start tracking freeFrequently asked questions
Which is better, Bank of America Premium Rewards or Chase Sapphire Preferred?
The Chase Sapphire Preferred is better with $395 net annual value compared to the Bank of America Premium Rewards at $30. The Chase Sapphire Preferred wins by $365/year.
What's the difference between Bank of America Premium Rewards and Chase Sapphire Preferred?
The key differences: Chase Sapphire Preferred has a $95 annual fee and $490 in annual benefits, while Bank of America Premium Rewards has a $95 annual fee and $125 in annual benefits.
Is the Chase Sapphire Preferred worth it compared to the Bank of America Premium Rewards?
Yes, the Chase Sapphire Preferred offers better value with $395 net annual value compared to $30 for the Bank of America Premium Rewards. It also has a similar annual fee.
Bank of America vs Chase: which issuer is better?
For these specific cards, Chase's Chase Sapphire Preferred offers better value with $395 net annual value. Consider which issuer's broader ecosystem (transfer partners, redemption options) fits your needs.
Which card is better for food_and_dining?
The Chase Sapphire Preferred is better for food_and_dining with $240 in annual food_and_dining benefits compared to $0 for the Bank of America Premium Rewards.
Should I get the Chase Sapphire Preferred?
If you're deciding between the Bank of America Premium Rewards and Chase Sapphire Preferred, the Chase Sapphire Preferred is the better choice with $395 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.