Head to head

Chase Sapphire Reserve vs. World of Hyatt Credit Card

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

Chase Sapphire Reserve

Chase

World of Hyatt Credit Card

Chase

At a glance

Chase Sapphire Reserve and World of Hyatt Credit Card split the criteria evenly. Neither is the obvious all-rounder; the right pick depends on which dimensions matter to you.

Chase Sapphire Reserve wins on earning ceiling and lounge access; World of Hyatt Credit Card wins on first-year math and annual fee.

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

Who wins what

2 vs 2
  • First-year math World of Hyatt Credit Card

    World of Hyatt Credit Card wins on bonus value minus annual fee.

  • Annual fee World of Hyatt Credit Card

    World of Hyatt Credit Card is $700 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling Chase Sapphire Reserve

    Chase Sapphire Reserve earns more on its best category (8× vs 4×).

  • Lounge access Chase Sapphire Reserve

    Chase Sapphire Reserve includes lounge access; the other doesn't.

By the numbers

Annual fee
$795
$95
Welcome offer (typical value)
$1,700
$1,080
First-year net
+$905
+$985
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Chase Travel, Flights Direct, Hotels Direct
Hotels Resorts, Dining, Transit
Lounge access
chase-sapphire-lounge, priority-pass
No
Travel insurance
Yes
Yes
Elite status
Yes
Yes
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
Chase Ultimate Rewards
World of Hyatt

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