UMVA has learned that the Chase Sapphire Preferred Card has long been a top choice among travel rewards enthusiasts, and for good reason. Its strong earning rates, valuable Ultimate Rewards points, and modest $95 annual fee make it an attractive option for those looking to maximize their travel benefits.
The card's recent refresh has only added to its appeal, with a range of valuable credits that can help offset its annual fee. One of the most significant benefits is the $100 annual hotel credit, which can be used on hotel stays booked through Chase Travel. This credit alone can more than offset the card's annual fee, making it a highly valuable perk.
According to information obtained by UMVA, the Sapphire Preferred offers a range of credits, including a Global Entry/TSA PreCheck/Nexus statement credit of up to $120 every four years. This benefit can help save money on one of the most useful Trusted Traveler Programs available, and can be used to pay for a friend or family member's application.
The Sapphire Preferred also offers a complimentary Apple TV subscription, which can provide at least 12 months of free entertainment. To activate the benefit, cardholders simply need to enroll through their Chase account by the end of the year. This benefit can provide meaningful value with very little effort, making it one of the easiest perks on the card to maximize.
Another valuable benefit is the DoorDash DashPass membership, which provides at least 12 months of reduced delivery fees and lower service fees on eligible DoorDash orders. To activate the benefit, cardholders need to add their Sapphire Preferred as their default payment method in DoorDash and complete the enrollment process. Authorized users on the account are also eligible for DashPass benefits.
In addition to these benefits, the Sapphire Preferred also offers a monthly DoorDash nonrestaurant discount of $10. This benefit requires a bit more effort, as cardholders need to remember to use it each month and place an eligible nonrestaurant order through DoorDash. However, for those who already use DoorDash for grocery or convenience store purchases, this benefit can provide surprisingly easy value.
When it comes to ease of use, the Sapphire Preferred's benefits rank highly. The $100 annual Chase Travel hotel credit stands out as one of the easiest to use, as no activation is required and it can single-handedly offset the card's annual fee. The Apple TV and DashPass benefits require only a one-time enrollment, while the Global Entry credit is straightforward but only available once every four years.
The Chase Sapphire Preferred proves that a card doesn't need dozens of complicated credits to deliver meaningful value. For many cardholders, the annual hotel credit alone can justify keeping the card year after year — everything else is simply icing on the cake.
