Chase Freedom Unlimited® vs. Capital One Spark Cash Plus

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

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Chase Freedom Unlimited®
Chase
4.9

1.5%–5% cash back with no annual fee.

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Capital One Spark Cash Plus
Capital One
4.3

Unlimited 2% cash back on every business purchase. Up to $1,200 bonus.

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WealthSpott Verdict

Chase Freedom Unlimited® wins on more measurable categories — particularly annual cost. Capital One Spark Cash Plus may still win for your wallet depending on how you spend.

Feature
Chase Freedom Unlimited®
Capital One Spark
Annual Fee
$0 Best
$150/yr
Sign-up Bonus
$200
Up to $1,200
Rewards Rate
1.5%-5%
2%
Rewards Type
Cash Back
Cash Back
0% Intro APR
0% intro APR for 15 months
N/A (charge card)
Regular APR
20.49%-29.24% Variable Best
N/A (charge card — pay in full)
Foreign Transaction Fee
Yes
None Best
Recommended Credit Score
670-850
720-850
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
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Capital One Spark Cash Plus
Pros
  • Unlimited 2% cash back on all purchases
  • Up to $1,200 cash bonus
  • No foreign transaction fee
Cons
  • $150 annual fee
  • Charge card — must pay in full monthly
  • High spend required for full bonus
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