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Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business vs World of Hyatt Business Credit Card

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business comes from Chase at $299/yr; the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card from Chase at $199/yr. Below: side-by-side specs, an opinionated verdict, and the FAQs people actually ask before applying.

Bottom line

For most people the Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business is the stronger pick today, the sign-up bonus is meaningfully larger ($78,725 more in estimated value) than the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card's. Get the Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business first; revisit the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card after you've earned that bonus.

FeatureSouthwest Rapid Rewards Performance BusinessWorld of Hyatt Business Credit Card
Annual fee$299$199
Sign-up bonus80,000 points75,000 points
Bonus value (est.)$80,000$1,275
Min spend to unlock bonus$5,000 in 3 mo$7,500 in 3 mo
IssuerChaseChase
Card categorytravelbusiness
Best earning category (Travel)4x1x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
    • $100 Hyatt credits annually
    • 5 elite night credits
    • Top-3 categories at 2x
    • 10% points rebate up to 200k
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    Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business
    $299/yr · 80,000 points
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    World of Hyatt Business Credit Card
    $199/yr · 75,000 points

    Editorial take: Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business

    Editorial take: World of Hyatt Business Credit Card

    The strongest hotel business card if you actually stay at Hyatts. Five elite night credits + top-3-categories earning + the $100 in Hyatt credits make it pay for its $199 fee for almost any Hyatt-leaning traveler. Underrated.

    Common questions

    Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business or World of Hyatt Business Credit Card?
    The Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business has the bigger bonus, 80,000 points, worth roughly $80,000, versus 75,000 points (~$1,275) on the World of Hyatt Business Credit Card.
    Is the Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business's $299 annual fee worth it compared to the World of Hyatt Business Credit 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 World of Hyatt Business Credit Card's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
    Can I have both the Southwest Rapid Rewards Performance Business and World of Hyatt Business Credit 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 World of Hyatt Business Credit 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. World of Hyatt Business Credit Card: $7,500 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.