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13 Best Chase Credit Cards of November 2026

UpdatedOctober 16, 2026

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Best for overall mid-tier cards

Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card

Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card

  • Intro offer75,000 bonus points.
  • Annual fee$95
  • You'll earn1-5x
  • Regular APR19.49% - 27.74% Variable
at Chase's secure site.
Terms & restrictions apply. See rates & fees.

Chase credit cards can come with solid cash-back rates or valuable transferable reward points through Chase Ultimate Rewards. If you’re looking to earn more on your spending, consider our top picks for the best Chase credit cards. Chase offers a wide selection of credit cards for all customers, whether you’re looking for the easiest cash-back option or a premium travel card.

Comparing the best Chase credit cards

How we rate

We rated the best Chase credit cards based on the benefits and protections each card provides across several categories, including travel and everyday purchases. We also considered the earning structure of each Chase card so that there were options for everyone, whether your preference is earning miles, points or cash back. To learn more about how TPG evaluates and chooses cards for our roundups, check out our methodology here.
  • Welcome bonus

    We included Chase cards with varying welcome bonuses for fans of points, miles and cash back.

  • Annual fee

    We chose cards with different annual fees to provide a wider range of perks and benefits.

  • Earning rates

    Each Chase card features several reward categories for maximizing your earning rates.

  • Redemption options

    Our best Chase cards give you options by letting you redeem rewards as cash back, points or miles.

  • Added benefits

    Our top picks offer travel protections, valuable earning rates and welcome bonuses in addition to other perks.

More than half of TPG readers hold more than one Chase card

A recent survey revealed that 52% of TPG readers prioritize earning high-value credit card points and cash back by holding a Chase Sapphire card along with a Chase Freedom* card.

We also discovered that nearly 60% of TPG readers hold at least one card that earns Chase Ultimate Rewards points, which we value at 2.05 cents apiece. When you account for Chase’s transfer partners and how valuable Ultimate Rewards points are, these numbers aren’t surprising.

*The information for the Chase Freedom® card, Chase Freedom® Student credit card and the Chase Freedom Rise® card has been collected independently by The Points Guy. The card details on this page have not been reviewed or provided by the card issuer.

This information was collected via opt-in surveys of TPG’s roughly 900,000 daily newsletter subscribers in May-June 2024. All data is anonymous and aggregated; you can view our full methodology for collecting and utilizing data here.

How to choose the best Chase credit card

Choosing the best Chase credit card will depend on factors like your personal financial goals and spending habits. If you want a simple, flat-rate cash back earner, a card with a high annual fee may be overkill. If you’re looking for a premium travel card loaded with protections and perks, you might not mind paying a higher annual fee for the right card — it really boils down to your specific needs.

Here are some of the main points to consider when choosing a Chase credit card:

  • 1
    Sign-up bonus

    Choose a card that aligns with your financial goals — if you’re saving for a big vacation, applying for a card with a generous sign-up bonus may help cover some of the travel costs for that trip.

  • 2
    Annual fee

    Whether your preference is a card with no annual fee or a premium card with a high annual fee, choose the one that best fits your lifestyle.

  • 3
    Bonus categories

    Choose the card that earns rewards in your most frequently used bonus categories like groceries, gas and streaming subscriptions.

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Pros + cons of Chase credit cards

  • Pros

    • Chase offers multiple credit cards to earn multiple types of rewards, such as cash back and transferable points
    • Some Chase credit cards earn valuable Chase Ultimate Rewards points, which can be redeemed for travel through Chase Travel or transferred to partners for maximum value
    • Some Chase credit cards provide purchase, theft and fraud protection
    • Chase credit cards come with access to Chase Sapphire lounges
    • Multiple Chase credit cards pair well together to help you earn more Chase Ultimate Rewards points to maximize your travel purchases
  • Cons

    • Carrying a balance on your Chase card can lessen the value of rewards you earn
    • The cost of borrowing on Chase credit cards is higher than traditional loans
    • Having too many card applications can negatively affect your credit score
    • Chase has some of the most stringent application restrictions of any issuer
    • Some Chase credit cards come with an annual fee

How to apply for a Chase credit card

  • You can apply for a Chase credit card online, by mail or in person at a Chase bank. You'll need some basic information like your social security number and gross annual income. Here's what else you should know before you submit an application.

Frequently asked questions

  • Which Chase credit card is best?

    There’s no single Chase credit card that’s best for everyone. Instead, it will depend on your spending habits and what rewards you are looking for. Luckily, Chase cards are easy to pair and maximize, so you can consider adding multiple cards to your wallet.

  • How do you apply for a Chase credit card?

    To apply for any Chase card on this list, you can click on the card’s name, photo or “Apply Now” link to the right of the card. Then, simply follow the on-screen instructions to complete (and submit) your application.

  • How many Chase credit cards can you have?

    Chase doesn’t have an official limit on the number of Chase cards one person can have. In fact, many TPG staffers have had several Chase credit cards at the same time. However, Chase does limit the amount of total credit it will extend to you. It also has the 5/24 rule (more on that below). Finally, as a general rule of thumb, you can only be approved for one personal card and one business card within 90 days — but even that’s not a hard-and-fast rule.

    There are also different application rules for specific Chase cards. You can now hold more than one Sapphire product at the same time, though welcome bonus eligibility for Sapphire products has changed.

    For example, if you've received a welcome bonus on one consumer Sapphire product, you will most likely not be eligible to receive another welcome bonus on any other consumer Sapphire product. This excludes the Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ as it's a business card and not a personal consumer card.

    You can only have a single personal Southwest credit card; however, you can hold both a Southwest business card and personal card, which is a great way to earn the Southwest Companion Pass.

    For more details on Chase’s application rules, read our guide to credit card application restrictions.

    That being said, having a score of at least 700 will give you the best chances of being approved for the top Chase credit cards. Of course, it’s possible to be approved with a slightly lower score; it’s just not as likely.

  • How do you cancel a Chase credit card?

    To cancel a Chase credit card, you’ll need to call the number on the back of your card. A phone agent can help you complete the cancellation process. However, be sure to use (or transfer) all of your rewards first, since you may forfeit them after canceling (or shortly thereafter). Pay off any outstanding balances, and be sure to update your account with any merchants that automatically bill the card you’re closing.

    Just note that canceling a credit card should not be taken lightly, as it can affect your credit score. You can check out our guide to how to cancel a credit card to help you determine if you should go this route.

  • What credit score do you need to get a Chase credit card?

    Chase does not publish an official score for approval, but our data suggests that a score of at least 670 will increase your chances of getting approved. In addition, rewards credit cards generally require a higher credit score for approval, typically 720-plus.

    Having a score of at least 700 will give you the best chances of being approved for the top Chase credit cards. Of course, it’s possible to be approved with a slightly lower score; it’s just not as likely.

    Related: How to check your credit score for absolutely free