Head to head

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card vs. United Gateway Card

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

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card

Chase

United Gateway Card

Chase

At a glance

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card and United Gateway Card split the criteria evenly. Neither is the obvious all-rounder; the right pick depends on which dimensions matter to you.

Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card wins on first-year math and earning ceiling; United Gateway Card wins on annual fee and travel insurance.

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

Who wins what

2 vs 2
  • First-year math Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card

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

  • Annual fee United Gateway Card

    United Gateway Card is $95 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card

    Marriott Bonvoy Boundless Credit Card earns more on its best category (6× vs 5×).

  • Travel insurance United Gateway Card

    United Gateway Card carries built-in travel insurance.

By the numbers

Annual fee
$95
Free
Welcome offer (typical value)
$1,000
$520
First-year net
+$905
+$520
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Marriott Hotels, Grocery, Gas
Airfare, Travel, Gas
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
No
Yes
Elite status
Yes
No
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
Marriott Bonvoy
United MileagePlus

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