Head to head

Chase Freedom Unlimited vs. Citi Simplicity Card

On the criteria below, Chase Freedom Unlimited wins 3 of 4. The verdict depends on which criteria matter to you.

Chase Freedom Unlimited

Chase

Citi Simplicity Card

Citi

At a glance

Chase Freedom Unlimited wins 3 of 4 criteria here, making it the stronger all-rounder.

Chase Freedom Unlimited leads on first-year math, earning ceiling, and travel insurance, while Citi Simplicity Card only ties the rest.

Pick the Chase Freedom Unlimited if year-one math is your priority.

Who wins what

3 vs 0 (1 tie)
  • First-year math Chase Freedom Unlimited

    Chase Freedom Unlimited wins on bonus value minus annual fee.

  • Annual fee Tie

    Same annual fee.

  • Earning ceiling Chase Freedom Unlimited

    Chase Freedom Unlimited earns more on its best category (5× vs 0×).

  • Travel insurance Chase Freedom Unlimited

    Chase Freedom Unlimited carries built-in travel insurance.

By the numbers

Annual fee
Free
Free
Welcome offer (typical value)
$200
First-year net
+$200
+$0
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Chase Travel, Dining, Drugstores
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
No
Elite status
No
No
Foreign transaction fee
3.00%
3.00%
Reward currency
Chase Ultimate Rewards

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