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American Express Cobalt Card

Amex · Amex MR

Annual Fee
$192
Sign-Up Bonus
15,000 pts
$750 in 30 days
Best Rate
5x
Groceries
FX Fee
2.5%

Earning Rates

CategoryRateNotes
Groceries5x5x groceries + dining combined cap $2,500/mo
Dining5x5x groceries + dining combined cap $2,500/mo
Streaming3x
Gas2x
Transit2x
Everything Else1x

Sign-Up Bonus

Bonus
15,000 pts
Min Spend
$750
Timeframe
30 days
Est. Value
$300

Perks & Benefits

  • Hotel Collection access
  • Transfer to 6+ partners
  • Monthly fee ($15.99/mo)

Insurance Coverage

  • Travel medical (15 days)
  • Flight/baggage delay
  • Hotel burglary
  • Purchase protection

Best For

groceriesdiningstreamingAeroplan via transfer

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the annual fee for the American Express Cobalt Card?

The American Express Cobalt Card has an annual fee of $192.

What are the earning rates for the American Express Cobalt Card?

The American Express Cobalt Card earns 5x on groceries, 5x on dining, 3x on streaming, and 1x on everything else. It is part of the Amex MR program.

Is the American Express Cobalt Card worth it?

The American Express Cobalt Card is best for groceries, dining, streaming, Aeroplan via transfer. It is a mid tier card on the Amex network and earns points that transfer to Aeroplan at a 1:1 ratio. At $192/year, the value depends on how much you spend in its bonus categories.

Does the American Express Cobalt Card transfer to Aeroplan?

Yes, Amex MR points transfer to Aeroplan at a 1:1 ratio.

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