Bilt Blue vs Alaska Airlines Visa Signature

Common questions

Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Bilt Blue or Alaska Airlines Visa Signature?

The Alaska Airlines Visa Signature has the bigger bonus, 70,000 miles + Companion Fare, worth roughly $1,050, versus $100 Bilt Cash (~$100) on the Bilt Blue.

Is the Bilt Blue's $0 annual fee worth it compared to the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature?

The Bilt Blue has no annual fee, so the question is whether the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature's $95 fee is justified by its perks. If you'll use enough of the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature's benefits to clear $95 in value annually, it's worth it; otherwise stick with the Bilt Blue.

Can I have both the Bilt Blue and Alaska Airlines Visa Signature?

Yes, since they're from different issuers (Column N.A. and Bank of America) 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 Bilt Blue or the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature first?

Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Bilt Blue: $0 spend in 0 months. Alaska Airlines Visa Signature: $3,000 in 90 months. Pick the easier minimum spend if you're new to points; pick the larger bonus if you have planned big purchases coming up.