Head to head

Blue Cash Everyday Card from American Express vs. Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

On the criteria below, Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card wins 2 of 4. The verdict depends on which criteria matter to you.

Blue Cash Everyday Card from American Express

Amex

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

Amex

At a glance

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card wins 2 of 4 criteria here, making it the stronger all-rounder.

Blue Cash Everyday Card from American Express wins on annual fee; Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card wins on first-year math and foreign transactions.

Pick the Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express 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 2 (1 tie)
  • First-year math Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

    Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express 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 $350 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling Tie

    Same peak earning rate.

  • Foreign transactions Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

    Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card has a lower (or zero) foreign transaction fee.

By the numbers

Annual fee
Free
$350
Welcome offer (typical value)
$200
$1,080
First-year net
+$200
+$730
Peak earning rate
Top categories
U.S. Supermarkets, U.S. Online Retail, Gas
Airfare, Hotels Resorts, Dining
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
Yes
Elite status
No
Yes
Foreign transaction fee
2.70%
None
Reward currency
Cashback
Delta SkyMiles

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