Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® vs. Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards

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

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Marriott Bonvoy Boundless®
Chase
4.4

3 free night awards. 6x at Marriott. Annual free night certificate.

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Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards
Bank of America
4.3

3% in your choice category. 2% at grocery/wholesale. No annual fee.

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WealthSpott Verdict

Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards wins on more measurable categories — particularly annual cost. Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® may still win for your wallet depending on your spending patterns.

Feature
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless®
Bank of America®
Annual Fee
$95/yr
$0 Best
Sign-up Bonus
3 free night awards
$200
Rewards Rate
2x-6x
1%-3%
Rewards Type
Points
Cash Back
0% Intro APR
N/A
0% for 15 billing cycles
Regular APR
21.49%-28.49% Variable
19.24%-29.24% Variable Best
Foreign Transaction Fee
None Best
Yes
Recommended Credit Score
670-850
670-850
Marriott Bonvoy Boundless®
Pros
  • 3 free night awards as sign-up bonus
  • Annual free night certificate (up to 35k points)
  • 6x at Marriott properties
  • Automatic Silver Elite status
Cons
  • $95 annual fee
  • Rewards tied to Marriott ecosystem only
  • Points devaluation risk with award chart changes
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Bank of America® Customized Cash Rewards
Pros
  • 3% on your choice category (gas, dining, online, etc.)
  • 2% at grocery stores and wholesale clubs
  • No annual fee
  • Boostable with Preferred Rewards (up to 75%)
Cons
  • 3% foreign transaction fee
  • 3% choice category caps at $2,500/quarter
  • Must actively choose your category
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