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Wells Fargo
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Rankings are generated by our algorithm based on earn rates, point valuations, fees, and benefits — not paid placement. We don't accept compensation to rank cards higher. How we rank
Wells Fargo
Cards with the best free checked bags ranked by coverage and overall value.
Rankings are generated by our algorithm based on earn rates, point valuations, fees, and benefits — not paid placement. We don't accept compensation to rank cards higher. How we rank
Wells Fargo
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Capital One
All 10 cards ranked by effective value per dollar.
| Card | All Other Rate | Effective Value | Annual Fee | Fee Offset | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Fargo Autograph Visa Credit CardWells Fargo | 1x Wells Fargo Rewards | 1.5¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Chase Sapphire Preferred CardChase | 1x Ultimate Rewards | 1.8¢/$ | $95 | $93 | visa |
| Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit CardCapital One | 2x Venture Miles | 3.7¢/$ | $395 | $315 | visa |
| Bank of America® Unlimited Cash Rewards for StudentsBank Of America | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| TD Double Up Credit CardTd Bank | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Navy Federal Flagship Rewards® CardNavy Federal | 2x Navy Federal Nrewards | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Fidelity Rewards Visa Signature CardElan Financial | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Verizon Visa CardSynchrony | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| U.S. Bank Smartly Visa Signature CardUsbank | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Atmos Rewards Ascent Visa Signature CardBank Of America | 1x Atmos Rewards | 1.1¢/$ | $95 | $8 | visa |
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Capital One
All 10 cards ranked by effective value per dollar.
| Card | All Other Rate | Effective Value | Annual Fee | Fee Offset | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Fargo Autograph Visa Credit CardWells Fargo | 1x Wells Fargo Rewards | 1.5¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Chase Sapphire Preferred CardChase | 1x Ultimate Rewards | 1.8¢/$ | $95 | $93 | visa |
| Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit CardCapital One | 2x Venture Miles | 3.7¢/$ | $395 | $315 | visa |
| Bank of America® Unlimited Cash Rewards for StudentsBank Of America | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| TD Double Up Credit CardTd Bank | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Navy Federal Flagship Rewards® CardNavy Federal | 2x Navy Federal Nrewards | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Fidelity Rewards Visa Signature CardElan Financial | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Verizon Visa CardSynchrony | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| U.S. Bank Smartly Visa Signature CardUsbank | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Atmos Rewards Ascent Visa Signature CardBank Of America | 1x Atmos Rewards | 1.1¢/$ | $95 | $8 | visa |
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Capital One
All 10 cards ranked by effective value per dollar.
| Card | All Other Rate | Effective Value | Annual Fee | Fee Offset | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wells Fargo Autograph Visa Credit CardWells Fargo | 1x Wells Fargo Rewards | 1.5¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Chase Sapphire Preferred CardChase | 1x Ultimate Rewards | 1.8¢/$ | $95 | $93 | visa |
| Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit CardCapital One | 2x Venture Miles | 3.7¢/$ | $395 | $315 | visa |
| Bank of America® Unlimited Cash Rewards for StudentsBank Of America | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| TD Double Up Credit CardTd Bank | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Navy Federal Flagship Rewards® CardNavy Federal | 2x Navy Federal Nrewards | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Fidelity Rewards Visa Signature CardElan Financial | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Verizon Visa CardSynchrony | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| U.S. Bank Smartly Visa Signature CardUsbank | 2% cash back | 2.0¢/$ | $0 | $8 | visa |
| Atmos Rewards Ascent Visa Signature CardBank Of America | 1x Atmos Rewards | 1.1¢/$ | $95 | $8 | visa |
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