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American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited vs Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card

Both are well-respected travel cards. The American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited comes from American Express at $295/yr; the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card from American Express at $250/yr. Below: side-by-side specs, an opinionated verdict, and the FAQs people actually ask before applying.

Bottom line

For most people the American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited is the stronger pick today, the sign-up bonus is meaningfully larger ($1,500 more in estimated value) than the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card's. Get the American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited first; revisit the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card after you've earned that bonus.

FeatureAmerican Express Graphite Business Cash UnlimitedMarriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card
Annual fee$295$250
Sign-up bonus$1,500 cash backup to 135,000 Marriott Bonvoy points
Bonus value (est.)$1,500-
Min spend to unlock bonus$50,000 in 6 mo$5,000 in 6 mo
IssuerAmerican ExpressAmerican Express
Card categorybusinesstravel
Best earning category (Amex_travel_flights_prepaid_hotels)5x1x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
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      American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited
      $295/yr · $1,500 cash back
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      Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card
      $250/yr · up to 135,000 Marriott Bonvoy points

      Editorial take: American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited

      Editorial take: Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card

      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited or Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card?
      The American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited has a public bonus ($1,500 cash back, worth roughly $1,500), while the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card doesn't advertise one right now.
      Is the American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited's $295 annual fee worth it compared to the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card?
      At $295/yr, the American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
      Can I have both the American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited and Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card?
      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 American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited or the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. American Express Graphite Business Cash Unlimited: $50,000 spend in 6 months. Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card: $5,000 in 6 months. Pick the easier minimum spend if you're new to points; pick the larger bonus if you have planned big purchases coming up.

      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.