Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority vs. Wells Fargo Active Cash®

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

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Southwest Rapid Rewards® Priority
Chase
4.3

50,000 bonus points. 7,500 anniversary points. $75 travel credit.

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Wells Fargo Active Cash®
Wells Fargo
4.6

Unlimited 2% cash back. $200 bonus. No annual fee.

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WealthSpott Verdict

Wells Fargo Active Cash® 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®
Wells Fargo Active
Annual Fee
$149/yr
$0 Best
Sign-up Bonus
50,000 points
$200
Rewards Rate
1x-3x
2%
Rewards Type
Points
Cash Back
0% Intro APR
N/A
0% for 15 months
Regular APR
21.49%-28.49% Variable
19.49%-29.49% Variable Best
Foreign Transaction Fee
Yes
Yes
Recommended Credit Score
670-850
670-850
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
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Wells Fargo Active Cash®
Pros
  • 2% cash back on all purchases
  • $200 sign-up bonus
  • No annual fee
  • 0% intro APR for 15 months
Cons
  • 3% foreign transaction fee
  • No bonus categories for heavy spenders
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