Bank of America® Travel Rewards credit card vs. Chase Freedom Flex®
Side-by-side comparison · Updated 2026 · Independently reviewed
Bank of America® Travel Rewards credit card
Bank of America
4.2
1.5x points on all purchases. No annual fee. No foreign transaction fee.
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WealthSpott Verdict
Bank of America® Travel Rewards credit card wins on more measurable categories — particularly annual cost. Chase Freedom Flex® may still win for your wallet depending on how you spend.
Feature
Bank of America®
Chase Freedom Flex®
Annual Fee
$0
$0
Sign-up Bonus
25,000 points
$200
Rewards Rate
1.5x
1%-5%
Rewards Type
Points
Cash Back
0% Intro APR
0% for 15 billing cycles
0% for 15 months
Regular APR
19.24%-27.24% Variable Best
20.49%-29.24% Variable
Foreign Transaction Fee
None Best
Yes
Recommended Credit Score
670-850
670-850
Bank of America® Travel Rewards credit card
Pros
- 1.5x on all purchases with no annual fee
- No foreign transaction fee
- 0% intro APR for 15 billing cycles
Cons
- Lower earning rate than premium travel cards
- Points only redeem as travel statement credits
Chase Freedom Flex®
Pros
- 5% in rotating categories + 3% dining/drugstores
- No annual fee
- Pairs well with Sapphire for point transfers
Cons
- Must activate rotating categories quarterly
- 3% foreign transaction fee
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