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Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business vs Verizon Visa Card

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business comes from Chase at $149/yr; the Verizon Visa Card from Synchrony at $0/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.

FeatureSouthwest Rapid Rewards Premier BusinessVerizon Visa Card
Annual fee$149$0
Sign-up bonus60,000 bonus pointsUp to $100 statement credit (split: $50 after first purchase + $100 after $1,500 spend)
Bonus value (est.)-$100
Min spend to unlock bonus$3,000 in 3 mo$1,500 in 3 mo
IssuerChaseSynchrony
Card categorybusinesscashback
Best earning category (Southwest)3x1x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
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      Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business
      $149/yr · 60,000 bonus points
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      Verizon Visa Card
      $0/yr · Up to $100 statement credit (split: $50 after first purchase + $100 after $1,500 spend)

      Editorial take: Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business

      Editorial take: Verizon Visa Card

      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business or Verizon Visa Card?
      The Verizon Visa Card has a public bonus (Up to $100 statement credit (split: $50 after first purchase + $100 after $1,500 spend), worth roughly $100), while the Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business doesn't advertise one right now.
      Is the Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business's $149 annual fee worth it compared to the Verizon Visa Card?
      At $149/yr, the Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Verizon Visa Card's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
      Can I have both the Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business and Verizon Visa Card?
      Yes, since they're from different issuers (Chase and Synchrony) the application rules don't conflict. 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 Premier Business or the Verizon Visa Card first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Business: $3,000 spend in 3 months. Verizon Visa Card: $1,500 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.