Chase Freedom Unlimited® vs. Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express
Side-by-side comparison · Updated 2026 · Independently reviewed
Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express
American Express
4.5
3% at U.S. supermarkets, gas stations, and online retail.
Full review →WealthSpott Verdict
Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express wins on more measurable categories — particularly annual cost. Chase Freedom Unlimited® may still win for your wallet depending on your spending patterns.
Feature
Chase Freedom Unlimited®
Blue Cash Everyday®
Annual Fee
$0
$0
Sign-up Bonus
$200
None
Rewards Rate
1.5%-5%
1%-3%
Rewards Type
Cash Back
Cash Back
0% Intro APR
0% intro APR for 15 months
0% for 15 months
Regular APR
20.49%-29.24% Variable
19.24%-29.99% Variable Best
Foreign Transaction Fee
Yes
Yes
Recommended Credit Score
670-850
670-850
Chase Freedom Unlimited®
Pros
- No annual fee
- Strong bonus categories (dining, drugstores, travel via Chase)
- 0% intro APR for 15 months
Cons
- 3% foreign transaction fee
- Bonus categories require activation
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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