Marriott Bonvoy Boundless® vs. Citi Double Cash®

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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Citi Double Cash®
Citi
4.6

2% cash back: 1% when you buy, 1% when you pay.

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WealthSpott Verdict

Citi Double Cash® 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®
Citi Double Cash®
Annual Fee
$95/yr
$0 Best
Sign-up Bonus
3 free night awards
None
Rewards Rate
2x-6x
2%
Rewards Type
Points
Cash Back
0% Intro APR
N/A
0% for 18 months
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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Citi Double Cash®
Pros
  • 0% APR for 18 months on purchases and balance transfers
  • 2% cash back (1% + 1%)
Cons
  • No bonus categories
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