Capital One QuicksilverOne vs. Chase Freedom Flex®
Side-by-side comparison · Updated 2026 · Independently reviewed
Capital One QuicksilverOne
Capital One
4.4
1.5% cash back on every purchase. No annual fee.
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WealthSpott Verdict
Capital One QuicksilverOne wins on more measurable categories — particularly annual cost. Chase Freedom Flex® may still win for your wallet depending on how you spend.
Feature
Capital One QuicksilverOne
Chase Freedom Flex®
Annual Fee
$0
$0
Sign-up Bonus
None
$200
Rewards Rate
1.5%
1%-5%
Rewards Type
Cash Back
Cash Back
0% Intro APR
0% for 15 months
0% for 15 months
Regular APR
19.99%-29.99% Variable Best
20.49%-29.24% Variable
Foreign Transaction Fee
None Best
Yes
Recommended Credit Score
580-740
670-850
Capital One QuicksilverOne
Pros
- Simple 1.5% on everything
- No foreign transaction fee
Cons
- No sign-up bonus
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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