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BECU Cash Back Credit Card vs Chase Freedom Flex

Both are cashback travel cards. The BECU Cash Back Credit Card comes from BECU at $0/yr; the Chase Freedom Flex from Chase 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.

FeatureBECU Cash Back Credit CardChase Freedom Flex
Annual fee$0$0
Sign-up bonus$200 cash back after $2,000 spend in 3 months$200 cash back
Bonus value (est.)$200$200
Min spend to unlock bonus$2,000 in 3 mo$500 in 3 mo
IssuerBECUChase
Card categorycashbackcashback
Best earning category (All_purchases)1.5x1x
Transfer partnersNonechase-ur
Headline benefits
    • 5% rotating categories
    • 3% dining + drugstores
    • No annual fee
    • Cell phone protection
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    BECU Cash Back Credit Card
    $0/yr · $200 cash back after $2,000 spend in 3 months
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    Chase Freedom Flex
    $0/yr · $200 cash back

    Editorial take: BECU Cash Back Credit Card

    Editorial take: Chase Freedom Flex

    Worth it only if you'll actually activate the rotating 5% categories every quarter. If you won't, the Freedom Unlimited earns more on everyday spend with zero effort.

    Common questions

    Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, BECU Cash Back Credit Card or Chase Freedom Flex?
    The two cards offer comparable sign-up bonuses around $200. Pick based on which earning categories you actually use.
    Is the BECU Cash Back Credit Card's $0 annual fee worth it compared to the Chase Freedom Flex?
    The BECU Cash Back Credit Card has no annual fee, so the question is whether the Chase Freedom Flex's $0 fee is justified by its perks. If you'll use enough of the Chase Freedom Flex's benefits to clear $0 in value annually, it's worth it; otherwise stick with the BECU Cash Back Credit Card.
    Can I have both the BECU Cash Back Credit Card and Chase Freedom Flex?
    Yes, since they're from different issuers (BECU 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 BECU Cash Back Credit Card or the Chase Freedom Flex first?
    Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. BECU Cash Back Credit Card: $2,000 spend in 3 months. Chase Freedom Flex: $500 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.