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BankAmericard Credit Card vs IHG One Rewards Traveler

Both are well-respected travel cards. The BankAmericard Credit Card comes from Bank of America at $0/yr; the IHG One Rewards Traveler 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.

FeatureBankAmericard Credit CardIHG One Rewards Traveler
Annual fee$0$0
Sign-up bonusNot advertised80,000 points
Bonus value (est.)$0$480
Min spend to unlock bonus$0 in 0 mo$2,000 in 3 mo
IssuerBank of AmericaChase
Card categorybalance-transferhotel
Best earning category (All_purchases)0x1x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
    • 4th night free on awards
    • 17x at IHG
    • No annual fee
    • Silver status
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    BankAmericard Credit Card
    $0/yr ·
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    IHG One Rewards Traveler
    $0/yr · 80,000 points

    Editorial take: BankAmericard Credit Card

    Editorial take: IHG One Rewards Traveler

    The 4th-night-free benefit alone makes this a standout, on a 4-night IHG stay, you're effectively getting 25% off. Stack with transfer bonuses from Chase UR for serious savings.

    Common questions

    Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, BankAmericard Credit Card or IHG One Rewards Traveler?
    The IHG One Rewards Traveler has the bigger bonus, 80,000 points, worth roughly $480, versus null (~$0) on the BankAmericard Credit Card.
    Is the BankAmericard Credit Card's $0 annual fee worth it compared to the IHG One Rewards Traveler?
    The BankAmericard Credit Card has no annual fee, so the question is whether the IHG One Rewards Traveler's $0 fee is justified by its perks. If you'll use enough of the IHG One Rewards Traveler's benefits to clear $0 in value annually, it's worth it; otherwise stick with the BankAmericard Credit Card.
    Can I have both the BankAmericard Credit Card and IHG One Rewards Traveler?
    Yes, since they're from different issuers (Bank of America 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 BankAmericard Credit Card or the IHG One Rewards Traveler first?
    Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. BankAmericard Credit Card: $0 spend in 0 months. IHG One Rewards Traveler: $2,000 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.