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Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards vs Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card

Both are well-respected travel cards. The Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards comes from Navy Federal Credit Union at $49/yr; the Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card from Navy Federal Credit Union 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.

FeatureNavy Federal More Rewards / Flagship RewardsNavy Federal More Rewards American Express Card
Annual fee$49$0
Sign-up bonus35,000 bonus points (a $350 value)20,000 points ($200 value)
Bonus value (est.)$350$200
Min spend to unlock bonus$3,500 in ? mo$2,000 in 3 mo
IssuerNavy Federal Credit UnionNavy Federal Credit Union
Card categorytravelcashback
Best earning category (Travel)3x1x
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
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      Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards
      $49/yr · 35,000 bonus points (a $350 value)
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      Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card
      $0/yr · 20,000 points ($200 value)

      Editorial take: Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards

      Editorial take: Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card

      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards or Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card?
      The Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards has the bigger bonus, 35,000 bonus points (a $350 value), worth roughly $350, versus 20,000 points ($200 value) (~$200) on the Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card.
      Is the Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards's $49 annual fee worth it compared to the Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card?
      At $49/yr, the Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
      Can I have both the Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards and Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card?
      Yes, though both are issued by Navy Federal Credit Union 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 Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards or the Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. Navy Federal More Rewards / Flagship Rewards: $3,500 spend in ? months. Navy Federal More Rewards American Express Card: $2,000 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.