Blue Business Cash Card from American Express vs Chase Sapphire Preferred

Common questions

Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Blue Business Cash Card from American Express or Chase Sapphire Preferred?

The Chase Sapphire Preferred has the bigger bonus, 75,000 points, worth roughly $1,500, 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 Chase Sapphire Preferred?

The Blue Business Cash Card from American Express has no annual fee, so the question is whether the Chase Sapphire Preferred's $95 fee is justified by its perks. If you'll use enough of the Chase Sapphire Preferred's benefits to clear $95 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 Chase Sapphire Preferred?

Yes, since they're from different issuers (American Express and Chase) the application rules don't conflict. 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 Chase Sapphire Preferred 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. Chase Sapphire Preferred: $5,000 in 3 months. Pick the easier minimum spend if you're new to points; pick the larger bonus if you have planned big purchases coming up.