Blue Business Cash Card from American Express vs Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Amex

Common questions

Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Blue Business Cash Card from American Express or Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Amex?

The Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Amex has the bigger bonus, up to 150,000 Marriott Bonvoy points, worth roughly $1,050, versus $250 statement credit (~$250) on the Blue Business Cash Card from American Express.

Is the Blue Business Cash Card from American Express's $0 annual fee worth it compared to the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Amex?

The Blue Business Cash Card from American Express has no annual fee, so the question is whether the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Amex's $650 fee is justified by its perks. If you'll use enough of the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Amex's benefits to clear $650 in value annually, it's worth it; otherwise stick with the Blue Business Cash Card from American Express.

Can I have both the Blue Business Cash Card from American Express and Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Amex?

Yes, though both are issued by American Express so the same issuer-specific application rules apply (Chase 5/24 if applicable, Amex once-per-lifetime bonus, etc.). Many points enthusiasts hold both, they pair well when one earns flexible bank points and the other earns a different currency.

Should I get the Blue Business Cash Card from American Express or the Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Amex first?

Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Blue Business Cash Card from American Express: $3,000 spend in 3 months. Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Amex: no published min spend. Pick the easier minimum spend if you're new to points; pick the larger bonus if you have planned big purchases coming up.