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Apple Card vs Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Apple Card comes from Goldman Sachs at $0/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.

Bottom line

These cards are close on the fundamentals (similar bonus value, similar fee). The right pick depends on which category you spend the most in and which transfer partners best fit your travel goals.

FeatureApple CardLowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express
Annual fee$0$0
Sign-up bonus$100 statement credit
Bonus value (est.)-$100
Min spend to unlock bonus-$1,000 in 3 mo
IssuerGoldman SachsAmerican Express
Card categorycashbackbusiness
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
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      Apple Card
      $0/yr ·
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      Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express
      $0/yr · $100 statement credit

      Editorial take: Apple Card

      Editorial take: Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express

      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Apple Card or Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express?
      The Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express has a public bonus ($100 statement credit, worth roughly $100), while the Apple Card doesn't advertise one right now.
      Is the Apple Card's $0 annual fee worth it compared to the Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express?
      The Apple Card has no annual fee, so the question is whether the Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express's $0 fee is justified by its perks. If you'll use enough of the Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express's benefits to clear $0 in value annually, it's worth it; otherwise stick with the Apple Card.
      Can I have both the Apple Card and Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express?
      Yes, since they're from different issuers (Goldman Sachs and American Express) 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 Apple Card or the Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Apple Card: no published min spend. Lowe's Business Rewards Card from American Express: $1,000 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.