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American Express recently introduced two new cash back cards to their line up. The Blue Cash Everyday(SM) and the Blue Cash(SM) Preferred are sure to catch the attention of those seeking a solid rewards card. In an effort to help you decide which card is ideal for you, we are going to offer a comparison of the two cards. When comparing each card you should consider a variety of card details such as the annual fees, bonus offers, the amount of cash back you can earn, and 0% introductory offers. Here are the highlights of each card.

The Blue Cash Everyday(SM) from American Express offers exclusive rewards and programs for those with excellent credit. The card offers an introductory rate on purchases and this card has no annual fee. Once a member, you get a $25 Referral Bonus for each friend or family member who is approved for the Card. With this card there are no spending limits, no enrollment needed to earn rewards and there are no rotating categories.

• No annual fee, flexibility to pay over time
• Get 3% cash back at supermarkets, 2% cash back at gas stations and department stores, and 1% cash back on all other purchases
• NO spend minimum, NO enrollment, and NO rotating rewards categories
• Get a $25 Referral Bonus for each friend or family member who is approved for the Card

The Blue Cash(SM) Preferred from American Express offers exclusive rewards and programs for those with excellent credit. The card offers an introductory rate on purchases and has a $100 cash back bonus when you spend $500 within the first 60 days of being a member. Once a member, you get a $75 Referral Bonus for each friend or family member who is approved for the Card. The annual fee for this card is $75.

• $100 cash back bonus offer
• Earn 6% cash back at supermarkets.
• Earn 3% cash back at gas stations and department stores.
• Earn 1% cash back on all other eligible purchases.
• 0% intro APR for up to 6 or 12 months.
• Recommend the Blue Cash Preferred Card to as many friends as you want and get a $75 bonus

The table below provides you with a side by side comparison of the features of each card. As you will notice, the Blue Cash(SM) Preferred offers a $100 cash back bonus after you spend $500 within the first 60 days of membership. The Blue Cash Everyday(SM) does not offer a bonus. The Blue Cash(SM) Preferred offers 6% back on grocery purchases and an annual fee of $75, whereas the Blue Cash Everyday(SM) offers 3%, but does not charge an annual fee.

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