Head to head

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card vs. Wells Fargo Autograph Card

Even split across the criteria below. Pick the one whose strengths match how you'll actually use it.

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card

Amex

Wells Fargo Autograph Card

Wells Fargo

At a glance

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card and Wells Fargo Autograph Card split the criteria evenly. Neither is the obvious all-rounder; the right pick depends on which dimensions matter to you.

Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card wins on first-year math; Wells Fargo Autograph Card wins on annual fee.

Pick the Delta SkyMiles Platinum American Express Card if year-one math is your priority; take the Wells Fargo Autograph Card if you want a cheaper card to keep long-term.

Who wins what

1 vs 1 (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 Wells Fargo Autograph Card

    Wells Fargo Autograph Card is $350 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling Tie

    Same peak earning rate.

By the numbers

Annual fee
$350
Free
Welcome offer (typical value)
$1,080
First-year net
+$730
+$0
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Airfare, Hotels Resorts, Dining
Dining, Travel, Transit
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
Yes
Elite status
Yes
No
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
Delta SkyMiles
Wells Fargo Rewards

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