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Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card vs Sapphire Reserve for Business

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card comes from American Express at $250/yr; the Sapphire Reserve for Business from Chase at $795/yr. Below: side-by-side specs, an opinionated verdict, and the FAQs people actually ask before applying.

Bottom line

For most people the Sapphire Reserve for Business is the stronger pick today, the sign-up bonus is meaningfully larger ($2,595 more in estimated value) than the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card's. Get the Sapphire Reserve for Business first; revisit the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card after you've earned that bonus.

FeatureMarriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express CardSapphire Reserve for Business
Annual fee$250$795
Sign-up bonusup to 135,000 Marriott Bonvoy points150,000 points
Bonus value (est.)-$2,595
Min spend to unlock bonus$5,000 in 6 mo$20,000 in 3 mo
IssuerAmerican ExpressChase
Card categorytravelbusiness
Best earning category (Dining)4x3x
Transfer partnersNonechase-ur
Headline benefits
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      Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card
      $250/yr · up to 135,000 Marriott Bonvoy points
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      Sapphire Reserve for Business
      $795/yr · 150,000 points

      Editorial take: Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card

      Editorial take: Sapphire Reserve for Business

      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card or Sapphire Reserve for Business?
      The Sapphire Reserve for Business has a public bonus (150,000 points, worth roughly $2,595), while the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card doesn't advertise one right now.
      Is the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card's $250 annual fee worth it compared to the Sapphire Reserve for Business?
      At $250/yr, the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Sapphire Reserve for Business's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
      Can I have both the Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card and Sapphire Reserve for Business?
      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 Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card or the Sapphire Reserve for Business first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Marriott Bonvoy Bevy American Express Card: $5,000 spend in 6 months. Sapphire Reserve for Business: $20,000 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.

      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.