Head to head

Blue Cash Everyday Card from American Express vs. American Express Business Gold Card

On the criteria below, American Express Business Gold Card wins 3 of 4. The verdict depends on which criteria matter to you.

Blue Cash Everyday Card from American Express

Amex

American Express Business Gold Card

Amex

At a glance

American Express Business Gold Card wins 3 of 4 criteria here, making it the stronger all-rounder.

Blue Cash Everyday Card from American Express wins on annual fee; American Express Business Gold Card wins on first-year math, earning ceiling, and foreign transactions.

Pick the American Express Business Gold Card if year-one math is your priority; take the Blue Cash Everyday Card from American Express if you want a cheaper card to keep long-term.

Who wins what

1 vs 3
  • First-year math American Express Business Gold Card

    American Express Business Gold Card wins on bonus value minus annual fee.

  • Annual fee Blue Cash Everyday Card from American Express

    Blue Cash Everyday Card from American Express is $375 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling American Express Business Gold Card

    American Express Business Gold Card earns more on its best category (4× vs 3×).

  • Foreign transactions American Express Business Gold Card

    American Express Business Gold Card has a lower (or zero) foreign transaction fee.

By the numbers

Annual fee
Free
$375
Welcome offer (typical value)
$200
$3,200
First-year net
+$200
+$2,825
Peak earning rate
Top categories
U.S. Supermarkets, U.S. Online Retail, Gas
Advertising, Electronics, Dining
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
Yes
Elite status
No
No
Foreign transaction fee
2.70%
None
Reward currency
Cashback
American Express Membership Rewards

Welcome-offer dollar values use each program's typical-tier valuation from our signup bonus calculator. See the methodology page for sourcing details.