Head to head

United Quest Card vs. Wells Fargo Autograph Card

On the criteria below, United Quest Card wins 2 of 3. The verdict depends on which criteria matter to you.

United Quest Card

Chase

Wells Fargo Autograph Card

Wells Fargo

At a glance

United Quest Card wins 2 of 3 criteria here, making it the stronger all-rounder.

United Quest Card wins on first-year math and earning ceiling; Wells Fargo Autograph Card wins on annual fee.

Pick the United Quest Card if year-one math is your priority; take the Wells Fargo Autograph Card if you want a cheaper card to keep long-term.

Who wins what

2 vs 1
  • First-year math United Quest Card

    United Quest Card wins on bonus value minus annual fee.

  • Annual fee Wells Fargo Autograph Card

    Wells Fargo Autograph Card is $350 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling United Quest Card

    United Quest Card earns more on its best category (10× vs 3×).

By the numbers

Annual fee
$350
Free
Welcome offer (typical value)
$910
First-year net
+$560
+$0
Peak earning rate
10×
Top categories
Airfare, Travel, Hotels Resorts
Dining, Travel, Transit
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
Yes
Elite status
No
No
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
United MileagePlus
Wells Fargo Rewards

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