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Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business vs United Quest Card

Both are travel travel cards. The Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business comes from Chase at $299/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

Both cards come from Chase and target travel spenders, so the choice usually comes down to whether you'll use the premium-tier benefits. The United Quest Card costs $51 more per year, only worth it if you'll actually use the upgraded perks.

FeatureSouthwest Rapid Rewards Performance BusinessUnited Quest Card
Annual fee$299$350
Sign-up bonus80,000 points70,000 miles + 500 PQP
Bonus value (est.)$80,000$950
Min spend to unlock bonus$5,000 in 3 mo$4,000 in 3 mo
IssuerChaseChase
Card categorytraveltravel
Best earning category (Travel)4x1x
Transfer partnersNonemileageplus
Headline benefits
    • 3x on United
    • $125 United credit
    • 2 free bags
    • Award rebates
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    Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business
    $299/yr · 80,000 points
    Read the full review
    United Quest Card
    $350/yr · 70,000 miles + 500 PQP

    Editorial take: Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business

    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, Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business or United Quest Card?
    The Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business has the bigger bonus, 80,000 points, worth roughly $80,000, versus 70,000 miles + 500 PQP (~$950) on the United Quest Card.
    Is the Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business's $299 annual fee worth it compared to the United Quest Card?
    At $299/yr, the Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the United Quest Card's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
    Can I have both the Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business 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 Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business or the United Quest Card first?
    Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business: $5,000 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.