Head to head

American Express Green Card vs. Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card

On the criteria below, Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card wins 3 of 3. The verdict depends on which criteria matter to you.

American Express Green Card

Amex

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card

Chase

At a glance

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card wins 3 of 3 criteria here, making it the stronger all-rounder.

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card leads on first-year math, annual fee, and earning ceiling, while American Express Green Card only ties the rest.

Pick the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card if year-one math is your priority; take the Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card if you want a cheaper card to keep long-term.

Who wins what

0 vs 3
  • First-year math Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card

    Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card wins on bonus value minus annual fee.

  • Annual fee Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card

    Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card is $55 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card

    Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card earns more on its best category (6× vs 3×).

By the numbers

Annual fee
$150
$95
Welcome offer (typical value)
$640
$875
First-year net
+$490
+$780
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Dining Worldwide, Transit, Travel
Marriott Hotels, Grocery, Gas
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
Yes
Elite status
No
Yes
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
American Express Membership Rewards
Marriott Bonvoy

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