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Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard vs U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card

Both are cashback travel cards. The Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard comes from Barclays at $99/yr; the U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card from U.S. Bank 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.

FeatureHawaiian Airlines World Elite MastercardU.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card
Annual fee$99$0
Sign-up bonus$250 cash back
Bonus value (est.)-$250
Min spend to unlock bonus-$1,000 in 3 mo
IssuerBarclaysU.S. Bank
Card categorycashbackcashback
Transfer partnersNoneNone
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      Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard
      $99/yr ·
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      U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card
      $0/yr · $250 cash back

      Editorial take: Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard

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      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard or U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card?
      The U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card has a public bonus ($250 cash back, worth roughly $250), while the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard doesn't advertise one right now.
      Is the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard's $99 annual fee worth it compared to the U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card?
      At $99/yr, the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
      Can I have both the Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard and U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card?
      Yes, since they're from different issuers (Barclays and U.S. Bank) 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 Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard or the U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Hawaiian Airlines World Elite Mastercard: no published min spend. U.S. Bank Cash+ Visa Signature Card: $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.