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Capital One Spark Cash Select vs Target Circle Card Mastercard

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Capital One Spark Cash Select comes from Capital One at $95/yr; the Target Circle Card Mastercard from TD 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.

FeatureCapital One Spark Cash SelectTarget Circle Card Mastercard
Annual fee$95$0
Sign-up bonus$1,000 cash bonus
Bonus value (est.)--
Min spend to unlock bonus$10,000 in 3 mo-
IssuerCapital OneTD Bank
Card categorybusinesscashback
Best earning category (Hotels_capital_one)5x1x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
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      Capital One Spark Cash Select
      $95/yr · $1,000 cash bonus
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      Target Circle Card Mastercard
      $0/yr ·

      Editorial take: Capital One Spark Cash Select

      Editorial take: Target Circle Card Mastercard

      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Capital One Spark Cash Select or Target Circle Card Mastercard?
      Neither card has a publicly advertised sign-up bonus today. Watch for limited-time offers from each issuer.
      Is the Capital One Spark Cash Select's $95 annual fee worth it compared to the Target Circle Card Mastercard?
      At $95/yr, the Capital One Spark Cash Select is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Target Circle Card Mastercard's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
      Can I have both the Capital One Spark Cash Select and Target Circle Card Mastercard?
      Yes, since they're from different issuers (Capital One and TD 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 Capital One Spark Cash Select or the Target Circle Card Mastercard first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Capital One Spark Cash Select: $10,000 spend in 3 months. Target Circle Card Mastercard: no published min spend. 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.