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JetBlue Premier Card vs Discover it Miles

Both are travel travel cards. The JetBlue Premier Card comes from Barclays at $499/yr; the Discover it Miles from Discover at $0/yr. Below: side-by-side specs, an opinionated verdict, and the FAQs people actually ask before applying.

Bottom line

If you're not sure you'll use premium perks, start with the Discover it Miles, its annual fee is significantly lower and the bonus values are similar. Upgrade later if you find yourself using the higher-tier benefits.

FeatureJetBlue Premier CardDiscover it Miles
Annual fee$499$0
Sign-up bonusNot advertisedUnlimited Miles Match (entire first-year miles doubled)
Bonus value (est.)-$450
Min spend to unlock bonus-$0 in 12 mo
IssuerBarclaysDiscover
Card categorytraveltravel
Best earning category (Airline)6x1x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
    • 1.5x everywhere
    • First-year match = 3x
    • No annual fee
    • No foreign tx fees
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    JetBlue Premier Card
    $499/yr ·
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    Discover it Miles
    $0/yr · Unlimited Miles Match (entire first-year miles doubled)

    Editorial take: JetBlue Premier Card

    Editorial take: Discover it Miles

    A rare card that effectively earns 3x in year one (1.5x + match). Miles aren't transferable, but the simplicity + first-year match make this a strong starter travel card.

    Common questions

    Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, JetBlue Premier Card or Discover it Miles?
    The Discover it Miles has a public bonus (Unlimited Miles Match (entire first-year miles doubled), worth roughly $450), while the JetBlue Premier Card doesn't advertise one right now.
    Is the JetBlue Premier Card's $499 annual fee worth it compared to the Discover it Miles?
    At $499/yr, the JetBlue Premier Card is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Discover it Miles's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
    Can I have both the JetBlue Premier Card and Discover it Miles?
    Yes, since they're from different issuers (Barclays and Discover) 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 JetBlue Premier Card or the Discover it Miles first?
    Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. JetBlue Premier Card: no published min spend. Discover it Miles: $0 in 12 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.