Best Credit Cards Overall

Our editorial ranking of cards by how many categories they dominate. The more #1 spots, the more versatile the card.

Rankings reflect PayWithThis’s own assessments based on our methodology and point valuations — not advice from any issuer. PayWithThis is independent and not affiliated with any bank. Always verify current terms with the issuer.

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🏆 Online Shopping🏆 Wholesale Clubs🏆 Office Supplies🏆 Shipping🏆 Business Services
5
#1 Spots
18
Top 3
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$375/year
🏆 Transit & Rideshare🏆 Phone & Wireless🏆 Online Advertising🏆 Food Delivery
4
#1 Spots
6
Top 3
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🏆 Home Improvement🏆 Gym & Fitness
2
#1 Spots
4
Top 3
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4
No Annual Fee
🏆 Entertainment🏆 Internet & Cable
2
#1 Spots
3
Top 3
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5
No Annual Fee
🏆 Dining & Restaurants🏆 Groceries
2
#1 Spots
2
Top 3
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6
$150/year
🏆 Car Rentals
1
#1 Spots
4
Top 3
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7
$325/year
🏆 Travel
1
#1 Spots
3
Top 3
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8
$795/year
🏆 Hotels & Lodging
1
#1 Spots
2
Top 3
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9
$95/year
🏆 EV Charging
1
#1 Spots
2
Top 3
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10
$95/year
🏆 Streaming Services
1
#1 Spots
2
Top 3
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11
$95/year
🏆 Select Streaming
1
#1 Spots
2
Top 3
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12
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🏆 Drugstores & Pharmacies
1
#1 Spots
1
Top 3
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13
$95/year
🏆 Gas Stations
1
#1 Spots
1
Top 3
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14
$895/year
🏆 Airfare
1
#1 Spots
1
Top 3
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15
$95/year
0
#1 Spots
12
Top 3
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16
0
#1 Spots
5
Top 3
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17
0
#1 Spots
1
Top 3
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18
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#1 Spots
1
Top 3
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20
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#1 Spots
1
Top 3
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How We Rank

Cards are ranked by the number of spending categories where they offer the highest effective return. A card that's #1 in 5 categories ranks higher than a card that's #1 in 2 categories. This helps you find the most versatile cards for everyday spending.