Bank of America vs Capital One
Bank of America CARDS pays 17.49% APR; Capital One CARDS pays 19.49%. Trade-offs depend on what you prioritize — see the breakdown below.
Option A
Bank of America
17.49%
APR
- Min
- $0
- Fee
- $0/mo
Best for: 25,000 online bonus points after you make at least $1,000 in purchases in the first 90 days of account opening - that can be a $250 statement credit toward travel purchases.
Open with Bank of America →Option B
Capital One
19.49%
APR
- Min
- $0
- Fee
- $0/mo
Best for: Earn 75,000 bonus miles when you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening, equal to $750 in travel
Open with Capital One →How this comparison was built
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