Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority vs. American Express Blue Business Cash Card
Side-by-side comparison · Updated 2026 · Independently reviewed
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority
Chase
4.3
50,000 bonus points. 7,500 anniversary points. $75 travel credit.
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American Express Blue Business Cash Card
American Express
4.7
Simple 2% cash back on all purchases up to $50k/year. No annual fee.
Full review →WealthSpott Verdict
American Express Blue Business Cash Card wins on more measurable categories — particularly annual cost. Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority may still win for your wallet depending on your spending patterns.
Feature
Southwest Rapid Rewards®
American Express Blue
Annual Fee
$149/yr
$0 Best
Sign-up Bonus
50,000 points
$250 statement credit after $3k spend in 3 months
Rewards Rate
1x-3x
2% on first $50k then 1%
Rewards Type
Points
Cash Back
0% Intro APR
N/A
None
Regular APR
21.49%-28.49% Variable
18.49%-26.49% Best
Foreign Transaction Fee
Yes
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Recommended Credit Score
670-850
670+
Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority
Pros
- 7,500 anniversary points each year
- $75 annual Southwest travel credit
- 4 upgraded boardings per year
- Path to Companion Pass with enough spending
Cons
- $149 annual fee
- Only valuable for Southwest flyers
- Foreign transaction fee
American Express Blue Business Cash Card
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