Citi Custom Cash® Card vs. Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express

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

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Citi Custom Cash® Card
Citi
4.6

5% cash back on your top eligible category each month.

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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

Citi Custom Cash® Card and Blue Cash Everyday® Card from American Express are closely matched. The right choice depends on your top spending categories and whether you'll use each card's perks.

Feature
Citi Custom Cash®
Blue Cash Everyday®
Annual Fee
$0
$0
Sign-up Bonus
$200
None
Rewards Rate
1%-5%
1%-3%
Rewards Type
Cash Back
Cash Back
0% Intro APR
0% for 15 months
0% for 15 months
Regular APR
19.24%-29.99% Variable
19.24%-29.99% Variable
Foreign Transaction Fee
Yes
Yes
Recommended Credit Score
670-850
670-850
Citi Custom Cash® Card
Pros
  • 5% on top category (up to $500/quarter)
  • No annual fee
  • Categories include gas, groceries, dining
Cons
  • Only one category earns 5% per month
  • Foreign transaction fee
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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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