Top 10 Low Interest Credit Cards
Low interest credit cards offer borrowers a lower annual percentage rate (APR) compared to standard credit cards. These cards are designed to help consumers save on interest charges, especially if they tend to carry a balance from month to month.
In more detail, low interest credit cards can be particularly beneficial for individuals who occasionally need to carry a balance over several billing cycles. The lower APR means that less interest accrues on the outstanding balance, making it easier to pay down debt more quickly and affordably. These cards often come with introductory offers, such as 0% APR for a certain period, which can provide significant savings on interest. However, it's important to be aware of any fees associated with the card, such as annual fees or balance transfer fees, as these can offset some of the financial benefits. Additionally, low interest credit cards may require a good to excellent credit score for approval, so consumers should ensure they meet the eligibility criteria before applying.
- Citi® Diamond Preferred® CardView All
Citi® Diamond Preferred® Card - Low-interest, no annual fee, balance transfer-focused credit card.
- Wells Fargo Reflect® CardView All
Wells Fargo Reflect® Card - Wells Fargo Reflect® Card: Low intro APR, extended interest-free period.
- U.S. Bank Visa® Platinum CardView All
U.S. Bank Visa® Platinum Card - U.S. Bank Visa® Platinum Card: Low APR, no annual fee.
- BankAmericard® credit cardView All
BankAmericard® credit card - Early credit card, now known as Visa.
- Discover it® Cash BackView All
Discover it® Cash Back - Discover it® Cash Back offers 5% rotating category rewards.
- HSBC Gold Mastercard® credit cardView All
HSBC Gold Mastercard® credit card - No annual fee, global acceptance, rewards program.
- American Express Blue Business Cash™ CardView All
American Express Blue Business Cash™ Card - 2% cashback, $0 annual fee, simple business card.
- PenFed Gold Visa® CardView All
PenFed Gold Visa® Card - Low-interest rate card with no annual fees.
- Simmons Bank Visa®View All
Simmons Bank Visa® - Low-interest Visa card with no annual fee.
Top 10 Low Interest Credit Cards
1.
Citi® Diamond Preferred® Card
Pros
0% intro APR on purchases
0% intro APR on balance transfers
no annual fee
access to Citi Entertainment
flexible payment due dates.
Cons
No rewards program
balance transfer fee
foreign transaction fees
high ongoing APR
limited travel benefits.
2.
Wells Fargo Reflect® Card
Pros
0% intro APR
long intro period
no annual fee
cell phone protection
flexible rewards.
Cons
High regular APR
foreign transaction fee
limited rewards categories
requires good credit
no sign-up bonus.
3.
U.S. Bank Visa® Platinum Card
Pros
0% intro APR on purchases
0% intro APR on balance transfers
No annual fee
Cell phone protection
Free credit score access.
Cons
No rewards program
Balance transfer fee
High regular APR
Foreign transaction fees
Limited benefits compared to competitors.
4.
BankAmericard® credit card
Pros
No annual fee
Fraud protection
Intro APR offers
Online and mobile banking
Wide acceptance.
Cons
High regular APR
Limited rewards
Foreign transaction fees
Strict approval requirements
Minimal benefits.
5.
Discover it® Cash Back
Pros
No annual fee
5% cash back in rotating categories
Cashback match first year
No foreign transaction fees
Free FICO score.
Cons
Rotating categories need activation
1% cash back on other purchases
Limited acceptance abroad
Cash back capped quarterly
Requires good credit.
6.
HSBC Gold Mastercard® credit card
Pros
No annual fee
0% intro APR on balance transfers
travel benefits
purchase protection
fraud protection.
Cons
Foreign transaction fee
high regular APR
limited rewards
no sign-up bonus
limited acceptance.
7.
American Express Blue Business Cash™ Card
Pros
2% cash back on purchases up to $50
000 annually
no annual fee
expense management tools
extended warranty
purchase protection.
Cons
2.7% foreign transaction fee
cash back cap at $50
000
limited acceptance internationally
requires good credit
higher APR.
8.
PenFed Gold Visa® Card
Pros
No annual fee
Low APR
Contactless payments
No foreign transaction fees
Good customer service.
Cons
Limited rewards
Requires excellent credit
No intro APR on purchases
No sign-up bonus
Limited travel benefits.
9.
Simmons Bank Visa®
Pros
Low APR
No annual fee
Travel benefits
Fraud protection
EMV chip technology
Cons
**Limited rewards
No introductory bonus
Foreign transaction fees
Requires good credit
Basic features