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PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card vs Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard

Both are well-respected travel cards. The PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card comes from PenFed Credit Union at $95/yr; the Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard from Capital One 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.

FeaturePenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature CardCapital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard
Annual fee$95$0
Sign-up bonusNot advertised
Bonus value (est.)--
Min spend to unlock bonus--
IssuerPenFed Credit UnionCapital One
Card categorytravelcashback
Transfer partnersNoneNone
Headline benefits
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      PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card
      $95/yr ·
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      Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard
      $0/yr ·

      Editorial take: PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card

      Editorial take: Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard

      Common questions

      Which card has the bigger sign-up bonus, PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card or Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard?
      Neither card has a publicly advertised sign-up bonus today. Watch for limited-time offers from each issuer.
      Is the PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card's $95 annual fee worth it compared to the Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard?
      At $95/yr, the PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card is in the mid-fee tier. Compare its specific perks (lounge access, travel credits, primary rental insurance) to the Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard's, pick the one whose perks you'll actually use.
      Can I have both the PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card and Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard?
      Yes, since they're from different issuers (PenFed Credit Union and Capital One) 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 PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card or the Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard first?
      Get the one whose sign-up bonus you can hit comfortably without overspending. PenFed Pathfinder Rewards Visa Signature Card: no published min spend. Capital One Walmart Rewards Mastercard: no published min spend. 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.