Head to head

Ink Business Premier Credit Card vs. Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card

On the criteria below, Ink Business Premier Credit Card wins 2 of 3. The verdict depends on which criteria matter to you.

Ink Business Premier Credit Card

Chase

Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card

Chase

At a glance

Ink Business Premier Credit Card wins 2 of 3 criteria here, making it the stronger all-rounder.

Ink Business Premier Credit Card wins on first-year math and earning ceiling; Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card wins on annual fee.

Pick the Ink Business Premier Credit Card if year-one math is your priority; take the Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card if you want a cheaper card to keep long-term.

Who wins what

2 vs 1
  • First-year math Ink Business Premier Credit Card

    Ink Business Premier Credit Card wins on bonus value minus annual fee.

  • Annual fee Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card

    Southwest Rapid Rewards Premier Credit Card is $46 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling Ink Business Premier Credit Card

    Ink Business Premier Credit Card earns more on its best category (5× vs 3×).

By the numbers

Annual fee
$195
$149
Welcome offer (typical value)
$1,000
First-year net
+$805
$-149
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Chase Travel, Large Purchases, Lyft
Airfare, Groceries, Dining
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
Yes
Elite status
No
No
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
Chase Ultimate Rewards
Southwest Rapid Rewards

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