Editorial take: American Express Business Gold
The 4x on your top two categories each month is uniquely flexible, if your business spend varies, this auto-adapts. The credits need active use to offset the fee.
Free during beta. Plus launches at $12/mo or $99/yr on July 1. Annual is locked for 12 months during beta.
Both are business travel cards. The American Express Business Gold comes from American Express at $375/yr; the Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express from American Express at $0/yr. Below: side-by-side specs, an opinionated verdict, and the FAQs people actually ask before applying.
Both cards come from American Express and target business spenders, so the choice usually comes down to whether you'll use the premium-tier benefits. The American Express Business Gold costs $375 more per year, only worth it if you'll actually use the upgraded perks.
| Feature | American Express Business Gold | Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express |
|---|---|---|
| Annual fee | $375 | $0 |
| Sign-up bonus | 100,000 Membership Rewards points | $100 statement credit |
| Bonus value (est.) | $1,800 | $100 |
| Min spend to unlock bonus | $15,000 in 3 mo | $1,000 in 3 mo |
| Issuer | American Express | American Express |
| Card category | business | business |
| Best earning category (Top_two_categories) | 4x | 1x |
| Transfer partners | amex-mr | None |
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The 4x on your top two categories each month is uniquely flexible, if your business spend varies, this auto-adapts. The credits need active use to offset the fee.
Card details on this page reflect the most recent data we've verified against the issuer's own site. Sign-up bonuses and fees can change at any time, confirm the current offer on the issuer's page before applying.