Head to head

Wells Fargo Autograph Card vs. Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card

On the criteria below, Wells Fargo Autograph Card wins 2 of 3. The verdict depends on which criteria matter to you.

Wells Fargo Autograph Card

Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card

Wells Fargo

At a glance

Wells Fargo Autograph Card wins 2 of 3 criteria here, making it the stronger all-rounder.

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

Pick the Wells Fargo Autograph 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 Wells Fargo Autograph Card

    Wells Fargo Autograph Card wins on bonus value minus annual fee.

  • Annual fee Wells Fargo Autograph Card

    Wells Fargo Autograph Card is $95 cheaper to keep.

  • Earning ceiling Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card

    Wells Fargo Autograph Journey Card earns more on its best category (5× vs 3×).

By the numbers

Annual fee
Free
$95
Welcome offer (typical value)
First-year net
+$0
$-95
Peak earning rate
Top categories
Dining, Travel, Transit
Hotels, Airlines, Dining
Lounge access
No
No
Travel insurance
Yes
Yes
Elite status
No
No
Foreign transaction fee
None
None
Reward currency
Wells Fargo Rewards
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.