{"id":42593,"date":"2026-01-23T23:50:01","date_gmt":"2026-01-23T23:50:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=42593"},"modified":"2026-04-30T19:06:12","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T19:06:12","slug":"is-the-chase-sapphire-reserve-worth-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/is-the-chase-sapphire-reserve-worth-it\/","title":{"rendered":"Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae Card Worth Its $795 Annual Fee in 2026?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve\/\">Chase Sapphire Reserve<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> (<a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=g3lR0xvjyAU&offerid=1975477.10005148&type=3&subid=088e8351e231990e713a126e88720e474&subid=639396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a>) is one of the most benefit-heavy travel credit cards on the market \u2014 and also one of the priciest. Deciding whether it\u2019s worth the $795 annual fee isn\u2019t as simple as running the numbers on a single perk. The real question is whether you\u2019ll use enough of its earning bonuses, statement credits, and travel benefits to come out ahead year after year.<\/p>\n<p>In this guide, we\u2019ll break down the key perks of the Sapphire Reserve, show you how they work in practice, and highlight which benefits can deliver the most value depending on your travel and spending habits. That way, you can decide for yourself if it belongs in your wallet \u2014 and how to maximize it if you keep it.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"qs-card\" data-id=\"4048084\">\n            <div class=\"qs-data\">\n                <div class=\"qs-view\">\n                    <div class=\"qs-cardname\">Chase Sapphire Reserve<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-image\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/565192b2-c5cc-4edc-89ae-b8bba7a63750.png\" width=\"150\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-apply-now\" title='Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae' data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-rates\"><span class=\"qs-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=g3lR0xvjyAU&offerid=1975477.10005148&type=3&subid=088e8351e231990e713a126e88720e474&subid=639396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"qs-info\">\n                    <strong class=\"qs-cardname\">Chase Sapphire Reserve<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee:<\/strong><b>$795<\/b><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-tabs\"><a class=\"qs-more\" href=\"#more\">Show more<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"wwl\">Why We Like It<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"hl\">Highlights<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"er\">Earning Rates<\/a><div class=\"qs-tab-wwl\">Chase's flagship Ultimate Rewards card. You get a $300 travel credit, airport lounge access courtesy of a Priority Pass membership and industry-leading travel insurance benefits. New cardholders earn 150,000 bonus points bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-hl\"><?xml version=\"1.0\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ??>\n<html><body><ul><li>Earn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/li><li>Get $3,000 in annual value with Sapphire Reserve.<\/li><li>Earn 8x points on all purchases through Chase Travel&#x2120;, including The Edit&#x2120; and 4x points on flights and hotels booked direct. Plus, earn 3x points on dining worldwide & 1x points on all other purchases<\/li><li>$300 annual travel credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.<\/li><li>Access over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide with a complimentary Priority Pass&#x2122; Select membership, plus every Chase Sapphire Lounge&#xAE; by The Club with two guests. Plus, up to $120 towards Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck&#xAE; every 4 years<\/li><li>Get up to $150 in statement credits every six months for a maximum of $300 annually for dining at restaurants that are part of Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables.<\/li><li>Count on Trip Cancellation\/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Coverage, Lost Luggage Insurance, no foreign transaction fees, and more.<\/li><li>Get complimentary Apple TV+, the exclusive streaming home of Apple Originals. Plus Apple Music - all the music you love, across all your devices. Subscriptions run through 6\/22\/27 - a value of $288 annually<\/li><li>Member FDIC<\/li><\/ul><\/body><\/html>\n<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-er\"><ul>\r\n<li>8x points on all purchases through Chase Travel\u2120<\/li>\r\n<li>4x points on flights and hotels booked directly<\/li>\r\n<li>3x points on dining worldwide<\/li>\r\n<li>1x points on all other purchases<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"qs-share\" href=\"\/find-a-card\/SapphireReserve\/\" title=\"copy\"><svg width=\"12\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/awardwallet\/public\/builds\/icon\/icon-sprite.svg?v2026-5-138a544e81#share-square\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/use><\/svg><\/a>\n        <\/div><\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_light_blue no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Page Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#What_Benefits_Does_the_Sapphire_Reserve_Provide\">What Benefits Does the Sapphire Reserve Provide?<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Earning_rates\">Earning rates<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Sapphire_Reserve_earnings_in_practice\">Sapphire Reserve earnings in practice<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Consider_the_value_of_the_card8217s_various_statement_credits\">Consider the value of the card's various statement credits<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Airport_lounge_access\">Airport lounge access<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Bonuses_for_spending_75000\">Bonuses for spending $75,000<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Sign-up_bonus\">Sign-up bonus<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Visa_Infinite_perks\">Visa Infinite perks<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_to_Value_the_Sapphire_Reserve8216s_Perks\">How to Value the Sapphire Reserve&#8216;s Perks<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Is_the_Sapphire_Reserve_Worth_Its_Annual_Fee\">Is the Sapphire Reserve Worth Its Annual Fee?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Alternatives_to_the_Sapphire_Reserve\">Alternatives to the Sapphire Reserve<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Capital_One_Venture_X_Rewards_Credit_Card\">Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#American_Express_Platinum_Card\">American Express Platinum Card<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Chase_Sapphire_Preferred_Card\">Chase Sapphire Preferred<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Bottom_Line\">Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#FAQ\">FAQ<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Is_the_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_really_worth_it\">Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve really worth it?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_much_do_I_have_to_spend_for_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_to_be_worth_it\">How much do I have to spend for Chase Sapphire Reserve to be worth it?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Is_the_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_hard_to_get\">Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve hard to get?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Who_is_the_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_best_for\">Who is the Chase Sapphire Reserve best for?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Why_is_the_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_so_popular\">Why is the Chase Sapphire Reserve so popular?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Should_I_pay_off_my_Chase_Sapphire_immediately\">Should I pay off my Chase Sapphire immediately?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#When_can_I_cancel_my_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_to_avoid_an_annual_fee\">When can I cancel my Chase Sapphire Reserve to avoid an annual fee?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Does_Chase_Sapphire_increase_credit\">Does Chase Sapphire increase credit?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2><span id=\"What_Benefits_Does_the_Sapphire_Reserve_Provide\">What Benefits Does the Sapphire Reserve Provide?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> has a laundry list of perks, many of which <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/news\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/chase-sapphire-reserve-changes\/\" rel=\"noopener\">changed during a card refresh in 2025<\/a>. Here's a broad overview of what you can access just by carrying the card in your wallet.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Earn 8x points on all purchases through Chase Travel\u2120, including The Edit\u2120 and 4x points on flights and hotels booked direct. Plus, earn 3x points on dining worldwide & 1x points on all other purchases.<\/li>\n<li>Redeem points for up to 2\u00a2 apiece in the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/chase-travel-portal\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Chase Travel\u2120 portal<\/a> with Points Boost.<\/li>\n<li>Use <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/chase-pay-yourself-back\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Chase's Pay Yourself Back feature<\/a> to redeem the points for 1.25\u00a2\u20131.5\u00a2 apiece in value for purchases in revolving categories.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Travel perks:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/travel\/priority-pass-lounges-guide\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Priority Pass Select membership<\/a> for both primary cardholders and authorized users, including two additional guests at most lounges, plus unlimited visits to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/chase-sapphire-lounges\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Sapphire Lounges<\/a> and select <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/news\/credit-cards\/sapphire-reserve-air-canada-lounge-access\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges<\/a> and Air Canada Caf\u00e9s in the U.S., Canada, and Europe when flying a Star Alliance airline.<\/li>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/hotels\/ihg-one-rewards\/ihg-platinum-elite\/\" rel=\"noopener\">IHG One Rewards Platinum Elite status<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Best-in-class <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-insurance-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener\">trip delay\/cancellation and luggage protection<\/a> benefits.<\/li>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-insurance-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Primary rental car insurance coverage<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/car-rental\/how-to-get-rental-car-elite-status-for-free\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Complimentary elite status with Avis and National Car Rental<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Earn IHG One Rewards Diamond Elite status, Southwest A-List elite status, $500 in Southwest flight credit, and $250 in credit for The Shops at Chase after you spend $75,000 in a single calendar year.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Statement credits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Up to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-travel-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\">$300 per card member year in travel credits<\/a> across a broadly defined travel category.<\/li>\n<li>Up to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-the-edit-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\">$500 in Chase's The Edit program credits<\/a>, issued twice per year in $250 increments.<\/li>\n<li>Up to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-dining-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\">$300 in Chase Dining credit<\/a>, issued twice per year in $150 increments.<\/li>\n<li>Up to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-stubhub-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\">$300 in StubHub credit<\/a>, issued twice per year in $150 increments.<\/li>\n<li>Up to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-the-edit-travel-credit-improvement\/\" rel=\"noopener\">$250 in Chase Travel hotel credits<\/a>, valid at IHG, Montage, Pendry, Omni, Virgin, Minor, and Pan Pacific properties.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Partner benefits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-apple-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Complimentary Apple TV+ and Apple Music subscriptions<\/a> through June 22, 2027.<\/li>\n<li>At least <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/news\/credit-cards\/chase-doordash-dashpass\/\" rel=\"noopener\">12 months of complimentary DoorDash DashPass<\/a> if you activate by December 31, 2027.<a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-instacart-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\"><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Up to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/news\/credit-cards\/chase-doordash-dashpass\/\" rel=\"noopener\">$25 in monthly statement credits for DoorDash purchases<\/a> through December 31, 2027.<\/li>\n<li>Up to $10 monthly in Peloton statement credits through December 31, 2027.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can access and activate your benefits by visiting the &#8220;<strong>Featured Benefits and Offers<\/strong>&#8221; page in the Chase Travel portal.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_105731\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/450\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-105731 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Sapphire-Lounge-Boston-additional-seating-1-Large.jpeg\" alt=\"Chase Sapphire Lounge Boston additional seating\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Sapphire-Lounge-Boston-additional-seating-1-Large.jpeg 1280w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Sapphire-Lounge-Boston-additional-seating-1-Large-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Sapphire-Lounge-Boston-additional-seating-1-Large-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Sapphire-Lounge-Boston-additional-seating-1-Large-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Sapphire-Lounge-Boston-additional-seating-1-Large-276x207.jpeg 276w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Sapphire-Lounge-Boston-additional-seating-1-Large-476x357.jpeg 476w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>One of the seating areas at the Chase Sapphire Lounge in Boston. Image Credit: Carissa Rawson<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Chase Sapphire Reserve Full Review<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Earning_rates\">Earning rates<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> has multiple bonus spending categories:<\/p>\n<ul>\r\n<li>8x points on all purchases through Chase Travel\u2120<\/li>\r\n<li>4x points on flights and hotels booked directly<\/li>\r\n<li>3x points on dining worldwide<\/li>\r\n<li>1x points on all other purchases<\/li><\/ul>\n<p>The card also <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/news\/credit-cards\/chase-sapphire-peloton\/\" rel=\"noopener\">earns 10X per $1 on Peloton equipment and accessory purchases<\/a> of $150 or more (through December 2027, maximum of 50,000 bonus points). Likewise, the card earns <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-lyft-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener\">5X per $1 spent on Lyft rides<\/a> (through September 2027).<\/p>\n<p>To decide how valuable the Sapphire Reserve earning rates are, have to consider how often you'll use the card to pay for travel. Specifically, consider how often you'll book travel through Chase Travel\u2120 portal or airfare and hotels directly with the provider.<\/p>\n<p>Spending a lot in these categories (and in the Chase Travel portal) can present a significant opportunity to earn extra points on each purchase. How you can use the card's earning rates will play into whether the Sapphire Reserve is worth it for you.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_111450\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-111450 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/anete-lusina-unsplash-traveler-at-airport-featured.png\" alt=\"a traveler holding a laptop looks at flight departure screens at an airport\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/anete-lusina-unsplash-traveler-at-airport-featured.png 1000w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/anete-lusina-unsplash-traveler-at-airport-featured-300x240.png 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/anete-lusina-unsplash-traveler-at-airport-featured-768x614.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/anete-lusina-unsplash-traveler-at-airport-featured-325x260.png 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Anete Lusina\/Unsplash<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/rewards-earning-rates-by-card\/\" rel=\"noopener\">How Many Points Does My Credit Card Earn?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Sapphire_Reserve_earnings_in_practice\">Sapphire Reserve earnings in practice<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Let's assume you spend $2,000 on hotels in a given year. You'd earn 16,000 Chase points by booking through the Chase Travel\u2120 portal &#8212; or 8,000 points when booked directly with the hotel.<\/p>\n<p>Add in renting a car four times a year at an average of $200 per rental. Booking through the portal, you'll earn 8X points per dollar spent. You'd earn just 1X points per $1 if you booked directly with the rental agency. That's an extra 5,600 Ultimate Rewards annually using Chase's travel portal.<\/p>\n<p>If you book both hotels and rental cars through the portal, you'd earn 19,200 points. At a baseline cashout value of 1 cent each, that's at least $192 in rewards from those purchases. However, you can often get significantly more value by leveraging <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/chase-transfer-partners\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Chase's transfer partners<\/a>. For example, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/point-mile-values\/ultimate+rewards\" rel=\"noopener\">data from AwardWallet users<\/a> shows they redeem their Chase points for 2.01\u00a2 apiece, further increasing the value of your earnings.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_167718\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-167718 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Resort-Pool-Featured-Chelsea-Gates-Unsplash.jpg\" alt=\"Person in a resort pool overlooking a beach.\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Resort-Pool-Featured-Chelsea-Gates-Unsplash.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Resort-Pool-Featured-Chelsea-Gates-Unsplash-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Resort-Pool-Featured-Chelsea-Gates-Unsplash-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Resort-Pool-Featured-Chelsea-Gates-Unsplash-325x260.jpg 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Chelsea Gates\/Unsplash<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<h3><span id=\"Consider_the_value_of_the_card8217s_various_statement_credits\"><b>Consider the value of the card's various statement credits<\/b><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The card also comes with a variety of statement credits, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-travel-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\">$300 annual travel credit<\/a>:<\/strong> This is valid on anything that codes as travel, including taxi rides, public transportation, flights, hotels, and more.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-the-edit-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Up to $500 in The Edit hotel credits<\/a>: <\/strong>You can get a $250 statement credit twice per year on prepaid bookings made through Chase's <a href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/the-edit-by-chase-travel\/\">The Edit<\/a> hotel program. A two-night minimum is required, and hotels may be expensive and likely cost more than the credit.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-the-edit-travel-credit-improvement\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Up to $250 in Chase Travel hotel credit<\/a>:<\/strong> You can get a $250 statement credit each year on prepaid bookings made through Chase Travel at the following brands: IHG, Montage, Pendry, Omni, Virgin, Minor, and Pan Pacific properties. Bookings must be two nights or more. You will earn points in the corresponding loyalty program for the full purchase amount.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-dining-credit\/\"><strong>$300 Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables credit<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> This is issued twice per year in $150 increments and can be used at restaurants that participate in Chase's dining program. That said, these are limited in quantity and may be more expensive than your average restaurant. One credit is valid from January through June, and the other July through December.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/credit-cards\/chase-doordash-dashpass\/\" rel=\"noopener\">DashPass and up to $300 per year in credit<\/a>: <\/strong>Through December 31, 2027, you'll receive a DashPass membership, $5 per month in restaurant order credit, and two $10 promos for grocery or retail orders.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-stubhub-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Up to $300 in StubHub credit per year<\/a>:\u00a0<\/strong>Twice per year, you'll receive a $150 StubHub credit; one valid from January through June and another from July through December. These can be used for StubHub and Viagogo event tickets.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-lyft-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Up to $120 in Lyft credit per year<\/a>: <\/strong>Through September 30, 2027, you'll receive $10 per month in Lyft credit.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/sapphire-reserve-apple-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Complimentary Apple TV+ and Apple Music subscriptions<\/a>: <\/strong>Through June 22, 2027, you'll receive complimentary Apple TV+ and Apple Music subscriptions.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/credit-cards\/chase-sapphire-peloton\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Up to $120 in Peloton credit per year<\/a>:\u00a0<\/strong>Get up to $10 monthly in statement credits toward eligible Peloton memberships through December 31, 2027.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/travel\/tsa-precheck\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Global Entry\/TSA PreCheck\/NEXUS Credit<\/a>:<\/strong> Get up to $120 every four years for trusted traveler program application fees \u2014 pay with the card to receive the credit.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you plan to travel at least once yearly, you'll surely get face value from the $300 travel credit. This credit can be used for anything from taxi rides and subway fare to hotel bookings and flights \u2014 in other words, anything that codes as travel counts.<\/p>\n<p>If you tend to stay at high-end hotels (and pay for them), you may be able to use The Edit credit at near face value.<\/p>\n<p>However, the value of partner perks like DoorDash, StubHub, Lyft, Peloton, and Apple depends on how often you use these services.<\/p>\n<p>These credits are highly subjective based on how you spend money. As a result, you should look through these credits closely and examine your spending habits. You can subtract the fee from the annual fee if you spend regularly with these merchants.<\/p>\n<p>But if you wouldn't already spend the money, you may assign it a lower or no value. For example, some of us wouldn't otherwise eat at Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables restaurants. Maybe having the credit will make it worth the splurge, but it's not saving you money you'd otherwise have spent.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Airport_lounge_access\">Airport lounge access<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> has access to several airport lounge networks, including Chase's relatively new in-house Sapphire Lounge network. Here's a breakdown of the lounges you can access with the card, alongside any applicable entry requirements:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/news\/credit-cards\/sapphire-reserve-air-canada-lounge-access\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounges<\/a>:\u00a0<\/strong>Access select Maple Leaf lounges in the U.S., Europe, and Canada when flying on Star Alliance carriers, including Air Canada, United, or Lufthansa. You can bring one guest, but you both need to have a same-day boarding passes for a Star Alliance flight.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/chase-sapphire-lounges\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Chase Sapphire Lounges<\/a>:\u00a0<\/strong>You can access any Sapphire Lounge with up to two guests, but you must bring your Priority Pass card with you. You and your guests can access within three hours of your flight's departure time.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/travel\/priority-pass-lounges-guide\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Priority Pass Select<\/a>: <\/strong>With the included Priority Pass membership card, you can access over 1,300 airport lounges in the Priority Pass network. You can bring up to two guests with you; additional guests cost $27 per person. Lounges may have restrictions on when you can enter.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The value of airport lounge access depends on your home airport, where you travel, and how often you travel. If your home airport has a Sapphire Lounge and you travel once per month or more, you may recoup the value of the card's annual fee in savings from airport food and beverage alone. Likewise, if you travel to the same city every month for work and it has a Priority Pass lounge, you will likely get good value from this benefit.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_105644\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-105644 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Lounge-Boston-lounge-room-featured.jpeg\" alt=\"inside the Chase Sapphire Lounge in Boston\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Lounge-Boston-lounge-room-featured.jpeg 1500w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Lounge-Boston-lounge-room-featured-300x240.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Lounge-Boston-lounge-room-featured-1024x819.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Lounge-Boston-lounge-room-featured-768x614.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/Chase-Lounge-Boston-lounge-room-featured-325x260.jpeg 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>The Chase Sapphire Lounge in Boston. Credit: Carissa Rawson\/AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/chase-sapphire-lounges\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Guide to Chase Sapphire Lounges<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Bonuses_for_spending_75000\">Bonuses for spending $75,000<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> gives you a handful of bonus perks when you spend $75,000 in a single calendar year. These include the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>IHG One Rewards Diamond status:\u00a0<\/strong>This is IHG's highest elite tier, offering benefits like a 100% bonus on points earning, space-available room upgrades, and a dedicated phone support line.<\/li>\n<li><strong>$250 credit for The Shops at Chase:\u00a0<\/strong>The Shops at Chase is Chase's new online shop that offers curated products from high-end brands like Breitling and Tumi. You can use this credit toward any product in the shop.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Southwest A-List elite status:\u00a0<\/strong>This is the first tier of <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/airlines\/southwest-rapid-rewards\/a-list-elite-status\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Southwest elite status<\/a> that includes benefits like free same-day standby and changes, a free checked bag, and a 25% bonus on points earning.<\/li>\n<li><strong>$500 Southwest Airlines credit:\u00a0<\/strong>This can be used towards any Southwest flight booked through Chase Travel.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Whether or not it's worth spending $75,000 on your <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> depends on what you purchase and whether or not you'll use these benefits. Spending a lot on airfare, hotels, and dining could be worthwhile as you'll earn bonus Ultimate Rewards points along the way.<\/p>\n<p>But if you spend money in other categories that would earn more points on another card \u2014 for example, gas or groceries \u2014 you might lose value by putting spend on the <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>You shouldn't spend more money to get these benefits. So, look through what you spend the most on and run the numbers to see if it's worthwhile. Likewise, consider whether or not you'll fly Southwest or stay with IHG enough to get value from these elite tiers.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Sign-up_bonus\">Sign-up bonus<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>The sign-up bonus is one of the biggest draws of signing up for a premium credit card. New applicants for the <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> can earn 150,000 bonus points bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/p>\n<p>This sign-up bonus can easily offset the annual fee. Thus, trying the Sapphire Reserve for a year is worthwhile. If you're unsure how much value the card\u2019s benefits will provide, you can track your usage throughout the first year. When the annual fee comes due in year two, you can decide whether to keep or cancel the card based on your experience.<\/p>\n<p>If the benefits don't seem worth the higher fee, the <a data-ccid=\"2061159\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/chase-sapphire-preferred\/\">Chase Sapphire Preferred<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a> (<a data-ccid=\"2061159\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=g3lR0xvjyAU&offerid=1753725.10005147&type=3&subid=0988da4ed6577f45837091a3f032f1825&subid=639396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a>) offers a solid, lower-cost alternative. But you'll need to carefully navigate <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-5-24-rule\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Chase's application rules<\/a> if you plan to apply for this card and cancel your premium one.<\/p>\n<div class=\"qs-card\" data-id=\"4048084\">\n            <div class=\"qs-data\">\n                <div class=\"qs-view\">\n                    <div class=\"qs-cardname\">Chase Sapphire Reserve<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-image\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/565192b2-c5cc-4edc-89ae-b8bba7a63750.png\" width=\"150\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-apply-now\" title='Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae' data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-rates\"><span class=\"qs-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=g3lR0xvjyAU&offerid=1975477.10005148&type=3&subid=088e8351e231990e713a126e88720e474&subid=639396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"qs-info\">\n                    <strong class=\"qs-cardname\">Chase Sapphire Reserve<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee:<\/strong><b>$795<\/b><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-tabs\"><a class=\"qs-more\" href=\"#more\">Show more<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"wwl\">Why We Like It<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"hl\">Highlights<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"er\">Earning Rates<\/a><div class=\"qs-tab-wwl\">Chase's flagship Ultimate Rewards card. You get a $300 travel credit, airport lounge access courtesy of a Priority Pass membership and industry-leading travel insurance benefits. New cardholders earn 150,000 bonus points bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-hl\"><?xml version=\"1.0\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ??>\n<html><body><ul><li>Earn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/li><li>Get $3,000 in annual value with Sapphire Reserve.<\/li><li>Earn 8x points on all purchases through Chase Travel&#x2120;, including The Edit&#x2120; and 4x points on flights and hotels booked direct. Plus, earn 3x points on dining worldwide & 1x points on all other purchases<\/li><li>$300 annual travel credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.<\/li><li>Access over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide with a complimentary Priority Pass&#x2122; Select membership, plus every Chase Sapphire Lounge&#xAE; by The Club with two guests. Plus, up to $120 towards Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck&#xAE; every 4 years<\/li><li>Get up to $150 in statement credits every six months for a maximum of $300 annually for dining at restaurants that are part of Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables.<\/li><li>Count on Trip Cancellation\/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Coverage, Lost Luggage Insurance, no foreign transaction fees, and more.<\/li><li>Get complimentary Apple TV+, the exclusive streaming home of Apple Originals. Plus Apple Music - all the music you love, across all your devices. Subscriptions run through 6\/22\/27 - a value of $288 annually<\/li><li>Member FDIC<\/li><\/ul><\/body><\/html>\n<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-er\"><ul>\r\n<li>8x points on all purchases through Chase Travel\u2120<\/li>\r\n<li>4x points on flights and hotels booked directly<\/li>\r\n<li>3x points on dining worldwide<\/li>\r\n<li>1x points on all other purchases<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"qs-share\" href=\"\/find-a-card\/SapphireReserve\/\" title=\"copy\"><svg width=\"12\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/awardwallet\/public\/builds\/icon\/icon-sprite.svg?v2026-5-138a544e81#share-square\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/use><\/svg><\/a>\n        <\/div>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/best-credit-card-offers\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Best Rewards Credit Card Sign-up Bonus Offers for This Month<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Visa_Infinite_perks\">Visa Infinite perks<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Visa Infinite is the highest tier of Visa credit cards, offering exclusive perks and privileges. Only a handful of travel credit cards are issued as <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/visa-infinite-benefits\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Visa Infinite<\/a> products, making them relatively rare.<\/p>\n<p>Key Visa Infinite benefits include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Auto rental collision damage waiver and other travel protections<\/li>\n<li>Visa Infinite rental car privileges with Avis, Hertz, National, and more<\/li>\n<li>Visa Infinite concierge services<\/li>\n<li>Access to the Visa Infinite Luxury Hotel Collection<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Some of these perks are also available with Visa Signature cards; issuers control which features are included. Many Visa Signature cards offer travel insurance, reducing the need to hold a Visa Infinite card specifically. And while Visa Infinite\u2019s benefits are valuable, they may not be essential for your needs.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_189442\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-189442 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Car-Renatl-Avis-Featured-Unsplash-Charlie-Deets.png\" alt=\"White Tesla Model 3 parked in front of a grassy hill.\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Car-Renatl-Avis-Featured-Unsplash-Charlie-Deets.png 1000w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Car-Renatl-Avis-Featured-Unsplash-Charlie-Deets-300x240.png 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Car-Renatl-Avis-Featured-Unsplash-Charlie-Deets-768x614.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Car-Renatl-Avis-Featured-Unsplash-Charlie-Deets-325x260.png 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Charlie Deets\/Unsplash<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<h2><span id=\"How_to_Value_the_Sapphire_Reserve8216s_Perks\">How to Value the Sapphire Reserve&#8216;s Perks<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The value of any card\u2019s benefits varies for everyone. Just because a benefit exists doesn\u2019t mean you\u2019re saving money or getting real value. For instance, if you never use food delivery apps, the DashPass benefit holds no value.<\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s how to determine the value of the <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> benefits:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Review your spending habits.<\/strong> Look at your typical monthly expenses in areas where the card\u2019s benefits or bonus categories align with your purchases. The <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/features\/tools-to-maximize-your-points\/\" rel=\"noopener\">AwardWallet Credit Card Spend Analysis tool<\/a> is really helpful for this.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Account for credits.<\/strong> The card offers monthly and annual credits. Identify them and assign them their full (or partial) value based on whether you'd make that purchase if you didn't have a credit for it.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Calculate bonus points.<\/strong> For benefits that result in extra points, estimate how many more points the Sapphire Reserve earns you over another card in your wallet and calculate the difference in value.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Ignore unused perks.<\/strong> Don\u2019t assign value to benefits you wouldn\u2019t use if the card wasn\u2019t in your wallet.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"custom-blue\"><strong>Don't have an AwardWallet account yet?<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/register?ref=235\" =_blank>Sign up for free<\/a> and track unlimited rewards programs and travel plans.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/assess-your-credit-card-portfolio\/\" rel=\"noopener\">How To Evaluate Your Credit Card Portfolio<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Is_the_Sapphire_Reserve_Worth_Its_Annual_Fee\">Is the Sapphire Reserve Worth Its Annual Fee?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The value of the sign-up bonus makes it easy to justify the cost of the Sapphire Reserve in the first year. After that, it\u2019s worth reassessing the benefits you use most and assigning a dollar value based on your habits.<\/p>\n<p>Remember that some perks \u2014 like <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/travel\/tsa-precheck\/\" rel=\"noopener\">TSA PreCheck<\/a> credits or lounge access \u2014 may overlap with other cards, reducing their overall value.<\/p>\n<p>But all that said, here\u2019s how I evaluate the Sapphire Reserve:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>$300<\/strong> \u2014\u00a0Annual travel credit (full value, reimbursed directly)<\/li>\n<li><strong>$250<\/strong> \u2014\u00a0The Edit credit (based on using one of the included credits)<\/li>\n<li><strong>$250<\/strong> \u2014 Chase Travel hotel credit (based on booking a stay with one of the included brands each year)<\/li>\n<li><strong>$400<\/strong> \u2014\u00a0Lounge access perks (based on personal usage; your value may vary)<\/li>\n<li><strong>$75<\/strong> \u2014\u00a0Extra value from redeeming 20,000 points annually through the Chase Travel\u2120<\/li>\n<li><strong>$30<\/strong> \u2014\u00a0Trusted Traveler Program application fee credit ($120 over four years)<\/li>\n<li><strong>$180 <\/strong>\u2014\u00a0Estimated savings\/points from DashPass, Lyft, and other partners<\/li>\n<li><strong>$288<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 Apple TV+ and Apple Music (I pay for these already)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Total Estimated Value: $1,773<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>This is a relatively conservative estimate, so many travelers can get more value from the card. However, if you don\u2019t spend much in the card's bonus categories or rarely use the lounge access benefit, the <a data-ccid=\"2061159\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphirePreferredCard\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Preferred<\/a> or <a data-ccid=\"3006145\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/ink-business-preferred\/\">Ink Business Preferred<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Credit Card<\/a> (<a data-ccid=\"3006145\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=g3lR0xvjyAU&offerid=1753725.10005142&type=3&u1=421c98119e8161f1a454ac8c55e1d783&subid=639396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a>) may be better options.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_189289\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-189289 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Credit-Card-Shopping-Tima-Miroshnichenko-Featured-Pexels.png\" alt=\"A Low Angle Shot of an Elderly Man Using His Mobile Phone\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Credit-Card-Shopping-Tima-Miroshnichenko-Featured-Pexels.png 1000w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Credit-Card-Shopping-Tima-Miroshnichenko-Featured-Pexels-300x240.png 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Credit-Card-Shopping-Tima-Miroshnichenko-Featured-Pexels-768x614.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Credit-Card-Shopping-Tima-Miroshnichenko-Featured-Pexels-325x260.png 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>Credit: Tima Miroshnichenko\/Pexels<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<h2><span id=\"Alternatives_to_the_Sapphire_Reserve\">Alternatives to the Sapphire Reserve<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If the <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> doesn\u2019t quite fit your needs, here are a few alternatives to consider:<\/p>\n<div class=\"compare-cards-wrap compare-count-cards-3 compare-p-chase\"><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img data-aspectratio=\"150\/94\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/CardArt-CapitalOneVentureXRewardsCreditCard.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong> Earn Earn 75,000 Miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a data-ccid=\"4048272\" class=\"btn-use qs-how-apply\" title='Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card' href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-CapitalOneVentureXRewardsCreditCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$395<\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--6\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n<li>10X miles per $1 on hotels and rental cars booked via Capital One Travel<\/li>\r\n<li>5X miles per $1 on purchases through Capital One Entertainment<\/li>\r\n<li>5X miles per $1 on flights when booking via Capital One Travel<\/li>\r\n<li>5X miles per $1 on vacation rentals booked via Capital One Travel<\/li>\r\n<li>2X miles per $1 on all other eligible purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/e6901d88-1a35-4373-b3e1-9a2a445490a0.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"American Express Platinum Card\u00ae\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">American Express Platinum Card<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Offer<\/strong>\r\nAs High As 175,000 points. Find Out Your Offer. You may be eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points after spending $12,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-how-apply\" title='American Express Platinum Card\u00ae' data-ccid=\"4028089\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-ThePlatinumCardfromAmericanExpress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$895<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"4028089\" href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/platinum-card\/91101-10-0#offer-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><br>(Terms apply)<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--5\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n<li>Earn 5X points for flights booked directly with airlines or with American Express Travel<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> (up to $500,000 in purchases per calendar year).<\/li>\r\n<li>Earn 5X points on prepaid hotels booked with American Express Travel<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>.<\/li>\r\n<li>Earn  5X points on Fine Hotels + Resorts<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> and The Hotel Collection bookings.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/7e0262fd-5b61-413b-8b01-c8feec5b1d04.png\" alt=\"Chase Sapphire Preferred\u00ae Card\" width=\"150\"\/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Chase Sapphire Preferred<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-apply-now\" title='Chase Sapphire Preferred\u00ae Card' data-ccid=\"2061159\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphirePreferredCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$95<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"2061159\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=g3lR0xvjyAU&offerid=1753725.10005147&type=3&subid=0988da4ed6577f45837091a3f032f1825&subid=639396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--5\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n<li>5X points on Lyft rides through September 2027<\/li>\r\n<li>5X points on travel purchased through Chase Travel\u2120<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points on dining at restaurants worldwide<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points on eligible streaming services<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points on online grocery purchases (excluding Target, Walmart, and wholesale clubs)<\/li>\r\n<li>2X points on all other travel<\/li>\r\n<li>1X point per dollar spent on all other purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span id=\"Capital_One_Venture_X_Rewards_Credit_Card\">Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Arguably, the closest competitor to the <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> is the <a data-ccid=\"4048272\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/capital-one-rewards\/venture-x\/\">Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/a>. Like the Sapphire Reserve, it offers a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/capital-one-rewards\/venture-x-travel-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\">$300 annual travel credit<\/a> \u2014 though you must book through <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/capital-one-rewards\/capital-one-travel-portal\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Capital One Travel<\/a> to use it. The card also includes 10,000 bonus miles annually (worth at least $100) and a Global Entry or TSA PreCheck credit every four years.<\/p>\n<p>In terms of earnings, the Capital One Venture X provides 10X miles on hotels and rental cars booked through Capital One Travel, 5X miles on flights and vacation rentals booked through Capital One Travel, and 2X miles on other eligible purchases, which compares well to the Sapphire Reserve.<\/p>\n<p>The Capital One Venture X falls short when it comes to dining rewards, but allows you to transfer miles to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/capital-one-rewards\/capital-one-transfer-partners\/\" rel=\"noopener\">22 Capital One partners<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The Capital One Venture X offers a similar lounge access perk with access to <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/capital-one-rewards\/capital-one-airport-lounges\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Capital One Lounge and Landing locations<\/a> and participating Priority Pass\u2122 lounges.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_188152\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-188152 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Capital-One-Landing-Featured-DCA-2.png\" alt=\"Food counter at the Capital One Landing Lounge DCA\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Capital-One-Landing-Featured-DCA-2.png 1000w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Capital-One-Landing-Featured-DCA-2-300x240.png 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Capital-One-Landing-Featured-DCA-2-768x614.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Capital-One-Landing-Featured-DCA-2-325x260.png 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>Capital One Landing Lounge DCA. Credit: Capital One<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>But where the Capital One Venture X stands out most is its lower annual fee of $395, making it a more affordable option while still delivering comparable benefits.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"qs-card\" data-id=\"4048272\">\n            <div class=\"qs-data\">\n                <div class=\"qs-view\">\n                    <div class=\"qs-cardname\">Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-image\"><img data-aspectratio=\"150\/94\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/11\/CardArt-CapitalOneVentureXRewardsCreditCard.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-apply\"><a data-ccid=\"4048272\" class=\"btn-use qs-how-apply\" title='Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card' href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-CapitalOneVentureXRewardsCreditCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-rates\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong> Earn Earn 75,000 Miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"qs-info\">\n                    <strong class=\"qs-cardname\">Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card<\/strong>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong> Earn Earn 75,000 Miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee:<\/strong><b>$395<\/b><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-tabs\"><a class=\"qs-more\" href=\"#more\">Show more<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"wwl\">Why We Like It<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"er\">Earning Rates<\/a><div class=\"qs-tab-wwl\">The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card is a premium travel-focused card, stacked with benefits. Cardholders get complimentary access to Capital One Lounge and Landing locations and participating Priority Pass\u2122 lounges (after enrollment), receive up to a $300 annual travel credit for bookings via Capital One Travel and up to a $120 credit for Global Entry or TSA PreCheck<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>. There's also an anniversary bonus of 10,000 miles, equivalent to $100 towards travel. High earning rates include 10X miles on hotels and rental cars and 5X on flights and vacation rentals booked through Capital One Travel, plus 2X on all other purchases.<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-er\"><ul>\r\n<li>10X miles per $1 on hotels and rental cars booked via Capital One Travel<\/li>\r\n<li>5X miles per $1 on purchases through Capital One Entertainment<\/li>\r\n<li>5X miles per $1 on flights when booking via Capital One Travel<\/li>\r\n<li>5X miles per $1 on vacation rentals booked via Capital One Travel<\/li>\r\n<li>2X miles per $1 on all other eligible purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"qs-share\" href=\"\/find-a-card\/VentureX\/\" title=\"copy\"><svg width=\"12\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/awardwallet\/public\/builds\/icon\/icon-sprite.svg?v2026-5-138a544e81#share-square\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/use><\/svg><\/a>\n        <\/div><\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"American_Express_Platinum_Card\">American Express Platinum Card<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>For those wanting maximum travel perks, the <a data-ccid=\"4028089\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/amex-membership-rewards\/amex-platinum\/\">American Express Platinum Card<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> is worth considering. It has a $895 annual fee  (<a data-ccid=\"4028089\" href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/platinum-card\/91101-10-0#offer-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a>), but various credits help offset the cost.<\/p>\n<div class=\"qs-card\" data-id=\"4028089\">\n            <div class=\"qs-data\">\n                <div class=\"qs-view\">\n                    <div class=\"qs-cardname\">American Express Platinum Card<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-image\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/e6901d88-1a35-4373-b3e1-9a2a445490a0.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"American Express Platinum Card\u00ae\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-how-apply\" title='American Express Platinum Card\u00ae' data-ccid=\"4028089\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-ThePlatinumCardfromAmericanExpress\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-rates\"><span class=\"qs-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"4028089\" href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/platinum-card\/91101-10-0#offer-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><br>(Terms apply)<\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Offer<\/strong>\r\nAs High As 175,000 points. Find Out Your Offer. You may be eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points after spending $12,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"qs-info\">\n                    <strong class=\"qs-cardname\">American Express Platinum Card<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Offer<\/strong>\r\nAs High As 175,000 points. Find Out Your Offer. You may be eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points after spending $12,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee:<\/strong><b>$895<\/b><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-tabs\"><a class=\"qs-more\" href=\"#more\">Show more<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"wwl\">Why We Like It<\/a><a class=\"active\" href=\"\" data-tab=\"hl\">Highlights<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"er\">Earning Rates<\/a><div class=\"qs-tab-wwl\">Cardholders can access more than 1,550 airport lounges worldwide, take advantage of up to $200 in annual airline fee credits, up to $209 in CLEAR+ credits, and TSA PreCheck<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> or Global Entry fee credits. The card also includes an annual hotel credit worth up to $600 on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> or The Hotel Collection bookings (The Hotel Collection requires a minimum two-night stay), Hilton Honors\u2122 and Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Gold Elite status, and a suite of benefits with Fine Hotels + Resorts<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>. Additional perks include $12.95 monthly Walmart+ membership credit (with applicable sales taxes and Plus Ups not include), up to $300 in annual digital entertainment credits, up to $300 Equinox credits, and up to $200 annual Uber Cash and $120 Uber One Credit. Enrollment required for select American Express benefits.<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-hl active\"><?xml version=\"1.0\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ??>\n<html><body><ul><li>You may be eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards&#xAE; points after you spend $12,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Card Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Apply to know if you're approved and find out your exact welcome offer amount - all with no credit score impact. If you're approved and choose to accept the Card, your score may be impacted.<\/li><li>Get more for your travels with 5X Membership Rewards&#xAE; points on all flights and prepaid hotel bookings through American Express Travel&#xAE;, including Fine Hotels + Resorts&#xAE; and The Hotel Collection bookings. You earn 5X points on flights purchased directly from airlines or through American Express Travel&#xAE; on up to $500,000 on these purchases per calendar year.<\/li><li>With over 1,550 airport lounges - more than any other credit card company on the market* - enjoy the benefits of the Global Lounge Collection&#xAE;, over $850 of annual value, with access to Centurion Lounges, 10 complimentary Delta Sky Club&#xAE; visits when flying on an eligible Delta flight (subject to visit limitations), Priority Pass Select membership (enrollment required), and other select partner lounges.* As of 07\/2025.<\/li><li>$200 Uber Cash + $120 Uber One Credit: With the Platinum Card&#xAE; you can receive $15 in Uber Cash each month plus a bonus $20 in December when you add your Platinum Card&#xAE; to your Uber account to use on rides and orders in the U.S when you select an Amex Card for your transaction. Plus, when you use the Platinum Card&#xAE; to pay for an auto-renewing Uber One membership, you can get up to $120 in statement credits each calendar year. Terms apply.<\/li><li>$300 Digital Entertainment Credit: Experience the latest shows, news and recipes. Get up to $25 in statement credits each month when you use your Platinum Card&#xAE; for eligible purchases on Disney+, a Disney+ bundle, ESPN streaming services, Hulu, The New York Times, Paramount+, Peacock, The Wall Street Journal, YouTube Premium, and YouTube TV when you purchase directly from one or more of the providers. Enrollment required.<\/li><li>$600 Hotel Credit: Get up to $300 in statement credits semi-annually on prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts&#xAE; or The Hotel Collection* bookings through American Express Travel&#xAE; using the Platinum Card&#xAE;. *The Hotel Collection requires a minimum two-night stay.<\/li><li>$400 Resy Credit + Platinum Nights by Resy: Get up to $100 in statement credits each quarter when you use the Platinum Card&#xAE; to make eligible purchases with Resy, including dining purchases at U.S. Resy restaurants. Enrollment required. Plus, with Platinum Nights by Resy, you can get special access to reservations on select nights at participating in demand Resy restaurants with the Platinum Card&#xAE;. Simply add your eligible Card to your Resy profile to book and discover Platinum Nights reservations near you.<\/li><li>$209 CLEAR+ Credit: CLEAR+ helps get you to your gate faster by using your face to verify you are you at 55+ airports nationwide. You can cover the cost of a CLEAR+ Membership* with up to $209 in statement credits per calendar year after you pay for CLEAR+ with your Platinum Card&#xAE;. *Excluding any applicable taxes and fees. Subject to auto-renewal.<\/li><li>$200 Airline Fee Credit: Select one qualifying airline and then receive up to $200 in statement credits per calendar year when incidental fees, such as checked bags and in-flight refreshments, are charged by the airline to the Platinum Card&#xAE; Account. American Express relies on airlines to submit the correct information on airline transactions to identify incidental fee purchases. If you do not see a credit for a qualifying incidental purchase on your eligible Card after 8 weeks, simply call the number on the back of your Card. Qualifying airlines are subject to change. See terms & conditions for more details.<\/li><li>Start your vacation sooner, and keep it going longer. When you book Fine Hotels + Resorts&#xAE; through American Express Travel&#xAE;, enjoy noon check-in, when available, and guaranteed 4PM check-out.<\/li><li>$300 lululemon Credit: Enjoy up to $75 in statement credits each quarter when you use the Platinum Card&#xAE; for eligible purchases at U.S. lululemon retail stores (excluding outlets) and lululemon.com. That's up to $300 in statement credits each calendar year. Enrollment required.<\/li><li>$155 Walmart+ Credit: Receive a statement credit* for one monthly Walmart+ membership (subject to auto-renewal) after you pay for Walmart+ each month with the Platinum Card&#xAE;. *Up to $12.95 plus applicable local sales tax. Plus Ups not eligible.<\/li><li>Whenever you need us, we're here. Our Member Services team will ensure you are taken care of. From lost Card replacement to statement questions, we are available to help 24\/7.<\/li><li>$895 annual fee.<\/li><li>Terms Apply.<\/li><\/ul><\/body><\/html>\n<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-er\"><ul>\r\n<li>Earn 5X points for flights booked directly with airlines or with American Express Travel<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> (up to $500,000 in purchases per calendar year).<\/li>\r\n<li>Earn 5X points on prepaid hotels booked with American Express Travel<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>.<\/li>\r\n<li>Earn  5X points on Fine Hotels + Resorts<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> and The Hotel Collection bookings.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"qs-share\" href=\"\/find-a-card\/PlatinumCard\/\" title=\"copy\"><svg width=\"12\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/awardwallet\/public\/builds\/icon\/icon-sprite.svg?v2026-5-138a544e81#share-square\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/use><\/svg><\/a>\n        <\/div>\n<p>If maximized, these benefits (combined) can exceed the annual fee.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_151110\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"600\/480\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-151110 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Amex-Centurion-Lounge-ATL-olive-tree-featured.jpg\" alt=\"Amex Centurion Lounge atrium in the ATL airport.\" width=\"600\" height=\"480\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Amex-Centurion-Lounge-ATL-olive-tree-featured.jpg 1406w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Amex-Centurion-Lounge-ATL-olive-tree-featured-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Amex-Centurion-Lounge-ATL-olive-tree-featured-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Amex-Centurion-Lounge-ATL-olive-tree-featured-768x615.jpg 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/Amex-Centurion-Lounge-ATL-olive-tree-featured-325x260.jpg 325w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><center><em>Amex Centurion Lounge Atlanta Airport. Credit: Tyler Glatt\/AwardWallet<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>And while the earning structure isn\u2019t as strong for everyday purchases, the Platinum Card<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> excels on airfare and prepaid hotels booked through <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/amex-membership-rewards\/amex-travel\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Amex Travel<\/a>. However, it lacks the flexibility of the Sapphire Reserve&#8216;s 4X earning rate on these categories.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Chase_Sapphire_Preferred_Card\">Chase Sapphire Preferred<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If the Sapphire Reserve\u2019s annual fee feels too high, the <a data-ccid=\"2061159\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/chase-sapphire-preferred\/\">Chase Sapphire Preferred<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a> is a solid alternative at $95 per year. It earns the same valuable points but without premium perks like lounge access or a big travel credit.<\/p>\n<p>The Sapphire Preferred offers a modest <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/chase-ultimate-rewards\/chase-sapphire-preferred-hotel-credit\/\" rel=\"noopener\">$50 annual hotel credit<\/a>, but this pales in comparison to the Sapphire Reserve\u2019s $300 broader travel credit. It earns 5x on travel purchased through Chase Travel\u2120, 3x on dining, select streaming services and online groceries, 2x on all other travel purchases, 1x on all other purchases., though it lacks the 8X categories on Chase travel and dining purchases.<\/p>\n<p>When redeeming points through Chase Travel\u2120, the Sapphire Preferred\u2019s points are worth up to 1.5\u00a2, compared to the up to 2\u00a2 per point with the Sapphire Reserve. This can make a significant difference if you redeem frequently through Chase\u2019s portal.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"qs-card\" data-id=\"2061159\">\n            <div class=\"qs-data\">\n                <div class=\"qs-view\">\n                    <div class=\"qs-cardname\">Chase Sapphire Preferred<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-image\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/7e0262fd-5b61-413b-8b01-c8feec5b1d04.png\" alt=\"Chase Sapphire Preferred\u00ae Card\" width=\"150\"\/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-apply-now\" title='Chase Sapphire Preferred\u00ae Card' data-ccid=\"2061159\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphirePreferredCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-rates\"><span class=\"qs-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"2061159\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=g3lR0xvjyAU&offerid=1753725.10005147&type=3&subid=0988da4ed6577f45837091a3f032f1825&subid=639396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"qs-info\">\n                    <strong class=\"qs-cardname\">Chase Sapphire Preferred<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/strong>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee:<\/strong><b>$95<\/b><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-tabs\"><a class=\"qs-more\" href=\"#more\">Show more<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"wwl\">Why We Like It<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"hl\">Highlights<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"er\">Earning Rates<\/a><div class=\"qs-tab-wwl\">Our <a href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/best-beginners-rewards-card\/\">#1 recommended beginners rewards card<\/a> featuring a 75,000-point signup bonus after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. This card comes with great benefits and earns valuable Ultimate Rewards points.<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-hl\"><?xml version=\"1.0\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ??>\n<html><body><ul><li>Earn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/li><li>Enjoy benefits such as 5x on travel purchased through Chase Travel&#x2120;, 3x on dining, select streaming services and online groceries, 2x on all other travel purchases, 1x on all other purchases<\/li><li>Earn up to $50 in statement credits each account anniversary year for hotel stays through Chase Travel&#x2120;<\/li><li>10% anniversary points boost - each account anniversary you'll earn bonus points equal to 10% of your total purchases made the previous year.<\/li><li>Count on Trip Cancellation\/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Collision Damage Waiver, Lost Luggage Insurance and more.<\/li><li>Complimentary DashPass which unlocks $0 delivery fees & lower service fees for a min. of one year when you activate by 12\/31\/27. Plus, a $10 promo each month on non-restaurant orders.<\/li><li>Member FDIC<\/li><\/ul><\/body><\/html>\n<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-er\"><ul>\r\n<li>5X points on Lyft rides through September 2027<\/li>\r\n<li>5X points on travel purchased through Chase Travel\u2120<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points on dining at restaurants worldwide<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points on eligible streaming services<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points on online grocery purchases (excluding Target, Walmart, and wholesale clubs)<\/li>\r\n<li>2X points on all other travel<\/li>\r\n<li>1X point per dollar spent on all other purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"qs-share\" href=\"\/find-a-card\/SapphirePreferred\/\" title=\"copy\"><svg width=\"12\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/awardwallet\/public\/builds\/icon\/icon-sprite.svg?v2026-5-138a544e81#share-square\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/use><\/svg><\/a>\n        <\/div><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Bottom_Line\">Bottom Line<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Depending on who you are, how you travel, and how you spend your money, the <a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Sapphire Reserve<\/a> may be worth its $795 \u2014 or maybe it won't. No matter what, you should continuously evaluate what's in your wallet to ensure your card works for you and provides tangible value. Otherwise, you're not getting what you're paying for.<\/p>\n<div class=\"qs-card\" data-id=\"4048084\">\n            <div class=\"qs-data\">\n                <div class=\"qs-view\">\n                    <div class=\"qs-cardname\">Chase Sapphire Reserve<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-image\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/565192b2-c5cc-4edc-89ae-b8bba7a63750.png\" width=\"150\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-apply-now\" title='Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae' data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-rates\"><span class=\"qs-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=g3lR0xvjyAU&offerid=1975477.10005148&type=3&subid=088e8351e231990e713a126e88720e474&subid=639396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"qs-info\">\n                    <strong class=\"qs-cardname\">Chase Sapphire Reserve<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee:<\/strong><b>$795<\/b><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-tabs\"><a class=\"qs-more\" href=\"#more\">Show more<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"wwl\">Why We Like It<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"hl\">Highlights<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"er\">Earning Rates<\/a><div class=\"qs-tab-wwl\">Chase's flagship Ultimate Rewards card. You get a $300 travel credit, airport lounge access courtesy of a Priority Pass membership and industry-leading travel insurance benefits. New cardholders earn 150,000 bonus points bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-hl\"><?xml version=\"1.0\" standalone=\"yes\"?>\n<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<?xml encoding=\"utf-8\" ??>\n<html><body><ul><li>Earn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/li><li>Get $3,000 in annual value with Sapphire Reserve.<\/li><li>Earn 8x points on all purchases through Chase Travel&#x2120;, including The Edit&#x2120; and 4x points on flights and hotels booked direct. Plus, earn 3x points on dining worldwide & 1x points on all other purchases<\/li><li>$300 annual travel credit as reimbursement for travel purchases charged to your card each account anniversary year.<\/li><li>Access over 1,300 airport lounges worldwide with a complimentary Priority Pass&#x2122; Select membership, plus every Chase Sapphire Lounge&#xAE; by The Club with two guests. Plus, up to $120 towards Global Entry, NEXUS, or TSA PreCheck&#xAE; every 4 years<\/li><li>Get up to $150 in statement credits every six months for a maximum of $300 annually for dining at restaurants that are part of Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables.<\/li><li>Count on Trip Cancellation\/Interruption Insurance, Auto Rental Coverage, Lost Luggage Insurance, no foreign transaction fees, and more.<\/li><li>Get complimentary Apple TV+, the exclusive streaming home of Apple Originals. Plus Apple Music - all the music you love, across all your devices. Subscriptions run through 6\/22\/27 - a value of $288 annually<\/li><li>Member FDIC<\/li><\/ul><\/body><\/html>\n<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-er\"><ul>\r\n<li>8x points on all purchases through Chase Travel\u2120<\/li>\r\n<li>4x points on flights and hotels booked directly<\/li>\r\n<li>3x points on dining worldwide<\/li>\r\n<li>1x points on all other purchases<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"qs-share\" href=\"\/find-a-card\/SapphireReserve\/\" title=\"copy\"><svg width=\"12\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/awardwallet\/public\/builds\/icon\/icon-sprite.svg?v2026-5-138a544e81#share-square\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/use><\/svg><\/a>\n        <\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-wrap wp-faq-schema-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><span id=\"FAQ\">FAQ<\/span><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"wp-faq-schema-items\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><span id=\"Is_the_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_really_worth_it\">Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve really worth it?<\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>This depends on your unique circumstances. If you can use the card's $300 travel credit each year, then you need to get $495 in additional annual value from the lounge membership, spending credits, and elevated earning rates.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><span id=\"How_much_do_I_have_to_spend_for_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_to_be_worth_it\">How much do I have to spend for Chase Sapphire Reserve to be worth it?<\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It depends on your spending categories. If you redeem at least 62,000 points annually in the travel portal (using the elevated redemption rates), this card justifies its higher fee in comparison to the Chase Sapphire Preferred<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><span id=\"Is_the_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_hard_to_get\">Is the Chase Sapphire Reserve hard to get?<\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The Chase Sapphire Reserve<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> is a Visa Infinite card. This is the highest category of Visa credit cards and typically requires an excellent credit score \u2014 considered to be 750 or above. That's not the only factor, though. Proof of income and other application rules also matter.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><span id=\"Who_is_the_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_best_for\">Who is the Chase Sapphire Reserve best for?<\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>This card is ideal for those who want top-notch perks from their credit card. Think lounge access, multiple spending credits, and elevated earning rates. If you won't take advantage of these, it's hard to justify the annual fee.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><span id=\"Why_is_the_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_so_popular\">Why is the Chase Sapphire Reserve so popular?<\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It's popular because it offers so much. A $300 annual travel credit covers more than half of the annual fee, plus you get unlimited lounge visits, strong earning rates, and earn valuable points that can be used in multiple ways.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><span id=\"Should_I_pay_off_my_Chase_Sapphire_immediately\">Should I pay off my Chase Sapphire immediately?<\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>As with all credit cards, you should pay your bill in full each month \u2014 on or before the due date. If you don't pay your full bill each month, you will accrue interest. This can negate the value of rewards you earn and can lead to debt. <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><span id=\"When_can_I_cancel_my_Chase_Sapphire_Reserve_to_avoid_an_annual_fee\">When can I cancel my Chase Sapphire Reserve to avoid an annual fee?<\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>If you decide to cancel your card, do so within 30 days of the annual fee posting to your account. Within this timeframe, Chase typically allows cardholders to close their account and have the fee removed from their final bill.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><span id=\"Does_Chase_Sapphire_increase_credit\">Does Chase Sapphire increase credit?<\/span><\/h3>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>It is possible to build your credit score and to get an increased credit line. Using credit cards responsibly can build credit history and improve your credit score. If you use your card responsibly, Chase also may provide an increased credit limit \u2014 which could further help your credit score.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Deciding whether the Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae\u2060 is worth its annual fee can be a complicated decision. In short, the answer will vary depending on your circumstances. 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