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Chase Freedom Unlimited vs United Quest Card

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Chase Freedom Unlimited comes from Chase at $0/yr; the United Quest Card from Chase at $350/yr. Below: side-by-side specs, an opinionated verdict, and the FAQs people actually ask before applying.

Bottom line

For most people the United Quest Card is the stronger pick today, the sign-up bonus is meaningfully larger ($750 more in estimated value) than the Chase Freedom Unlimited's. Get the United Quest Card first; revisit the Chase Freedom Unlimited after you've earned that bonus.

FeatureChase Freedom UnlimitedUnited Quest Card
Annual fee$0$350
Sign-up bonus$200 bonus70,000 miles + 500 PQP
Bonus value (est.)$200$950
Min spend to unlock bonus$500 in 3 mo$4,000 in 3 mo
IssuerChaseChase
Card categorycashbacktravel
Best earning category (Travel)5x1x
Transfer partnerschase-urmileageplus
Headline benefits
  • 1.5% everywhere
  • 5% on travel via Chase
  • 3% dining + drugstores
  • Free if paired with Sapphire
  • 3x on United
  • $125 United credit
  • 2 free bags
  • Award rebates
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Chase Freedom Unlimited
$0/yr · $200 bonus
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United Quest Card
$350/yr · 70,000 miles + 500 PQP

Editorial take: Chase Freedom Unlimited

The best no-fee cash back card in the Chase family. Stack it with a Sapphire and your cash back converts into transferable Ultimate Rewards points, a free upgrade most people miss. Note: Cell phone protection is on Freedom Flex, not Freedom Unlimited.

Editorial take: United Quest Card

If you fly United 3+ times a year, the $125 travel credit, two free bags, and 10k miles of rebates on award flights ($100+ in direct value) make this card pay for itself.

Common questions

Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Chase Freedom Unlimited or United Quest Card?
The United Quest Card has the bigger bonus, 70,000 miles + 500 PQP, worth roughly $950, versus $200 bonus (~$200) on the Chase Freedom Unlimited.
Is the Chase Freedom Unlimited's $0 annual fee worth it compared to the United Quest Card?
The Chase Freedom Unlimited has no annual fee, so the question is whether the United Quest Card's $350 fee is justified by its perks. If you'll use enough of the United Quest Card's benefits to clear $350 in value annually, it's worth it; otherwise stick with the Chase Freedom Unlimited.
Can I have both the Chase Freedom Unlimited and United Quest Card?
Yes, though both are issued by Chase so the same issuer-specific application rules apply (Chase 5/24 if applicable, Amex once-per-lifetime bonus, etc.). 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 Chase Freedom Unlimited or the United Quest Card first?
Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Chase Freedom Unlimited: $500 spend in 3 months. United Quest Card: $4,000 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.