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Chase Ink Business Preferred vs Marriott Bonvoy Boundless

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Chase Ink Business Preferred comes from Chase at $95/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 PreferredMarriott Bonvoy Boundless
Annual fee$95$95
Sign-up bonus100,000 points4 Free Night Awards
Bonus value (est.)$2,000$1,580
Min spend to unlock bonus$8,000 in 3 mo$3,000 in 3 mo
IssuerChaseChase
Card categorybusinesshotel
Best earning category (Travel)3x1x
Transfer partnerschase-urNone
Headline benefits
  • 100,000 point sign-up bonus
  • 3x on travel, shipping, ads, internet ($150k cap)
  • Cell phone protection
  • Transfer to UR partners
  • Free night award annually
  • 15 elite qualifying nights
  • 6x at Marriott properties
  • Silver Elite status
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Chase Ink Business Preferred
$95/yr · 100,000 points
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Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
$95/yr · 4 Free Night Awards

Editorial take: Chase Ink Business Preferred

The business version of Sapphire Preferred with one of the highest sign-up bonuses around. 3x on travel, shipping, internet/phone, and advertising (capped $150k/yr combined) plus full UR transfer access. Chase has added once-per-lifetime language; treat the bonus as a one-time opportunity.

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 Preferred or Marriott Bonvoy Boundless?
The Chase Ink Business Preferred has the bigger bonus, 100,000 points, worth roughly $2,000, versus 4 Free Night Awards (~$1,580) on the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless.
Is the Chase Ink Business Preferred's $95 annual fee worth it compared to the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless?
At $95/yr, the Chase Ink Business Preferred is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
Can I have both the Chase Ink Business Preferred 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 Preferred or the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless first?
Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Chase Ink Business Preferred: $8,000 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.