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Chase Ink Business Unlimited vs Marriott Bonvoy Boundless

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Chase Ink Business Unlimited comes from Chase at $0/yr; the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless from Chase at $95/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.

FeatureChase Ink Business UnlimitedMarriott Bonvoy Boundless
Annual fee$0$95
Sign-up bonus$750 bonus cash back4 Free Night Awards
Bonus value (est.)$750$980
Min spend to unlock bonus$6,000 in 3 mo$3,000 in 3 mo
IssuerChaseChase
Card categorybusinesshotel
Best earning category (Other)1.5x2x
Transfer partnerschase-urNone
Headline benefits
  • 1.5% on everything
  • Huge $900 bonus
  • No annual fee
  • Converts to UR points
  • Free night award annually
  • 15 elite qualifying nights
  • 6x at Marriott properties
  • Silver Elite status
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Chase Ink Business Unlimited
$0/yr · $750 bonus cash back
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Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
$95/yr · 4 Free Night Awards

Editorial take: Chase Ink Business Unlimited

The business version of Freedom Unlimited. Flat 1.5% on every business expense with no annual fee, perfect catch-all for anything that doesn't fit a bonus category.

Editorial take: Marriott Bonvoy Boundless

One of our favorite keeper cards. The free night award on every card anniversary easily exceeds the $95 fee, and the 15 elite qualifying nights help you reach Marriott status faster.

Common questions

Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Chase Ink Business Unlimited or Marriott Bonvoy Boundless?
The Marriott Bonvoy Boundless has the bigger bonus, 4 Free Night Awards, worth roughly $980, versus $750 bonus cash back (~$750) on the Chase Ink Business Unlimited.
Is the Chase Ink Business Unlimited's $0 annual fee worth it compared to the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless?
The Chase Ink Business Unlimited has no annual fee, so the question is whether the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless's $95 fee is justified by its perks. If you'll use enough of the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless's benefits to clear $95 in value annually, it's worth it; otherwise stick with the Chase Ink Business Unlimited.
Can I have both the Chase Ink Business Unlimited and Marriott Bonvoy Boundless?
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 Ink Business Unlimited or the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless first?
Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Chase Ink Business Unlimited: $6,000 spend in 3 months. Marriott Bonvoy Boundless: $3,000 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.