Capital One Quicksilver Secured Cash Rewards vs. Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express

Side-by-side comparison · Updated 2026 · Independently reviewed

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Capital One Quicksilver Secured Cash Rewards
Capital One
4.5

1.5% cash back on every purchase. No annual fee. $200 minimum deposit.

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Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express
American Express
4.5

3% at U.S. supermarkets, gas stations, and online retail.

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WealthSpott Verdict

Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express wins on more measurable categories — particularly annual cost. Capital One Quicksilver Secured Cash Rewards may still win for your wallet depending on your spending patterns.

Feature
Capital One Quicksilver
Blue Cash Everyday®
Annual Fee
$0
$0
Sign-up Bonus
None
None
Rewards Rate
1.5% on all purchases
1%-3%
Rewards Type
Cash Back
Cash Back
0% Intro APR
None
0% for 15 months
Regular APR
29.99%
19.24%-29.99% Variable Best
Foreign Transaction Fee
Yes
Recommended Credit Score
No credit or rebuilding
670-850
Capital One Quicksilver Secured Cash Rewards
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Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express
Pros
  • 3% at U.S. supermarkets, gas stations, and online retail
  • No annual fee
  • 0% intro APR for 15 months
Cons
  • Foreign transaction fee
  • 3% categories cap at $6,000/year then drop to 1%
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