Cash back card with 5% on groceries, 4% on transit, 3% on gas, and 2% on recurring bills (each capped at $500/month). Strong returns for households with predictable category spend. Lounge access via Mastercard Travel Pass adds modest value if you fly occasionally.
Earn Rates
🛒 Groceries — Amex accepted5x🚇 Transit4x⛽ Gas3x📄 Bills2x·Everything else1x
💡 Earn 5% cash back on groceries (up to $500/statement period), 4% on transit (up to $300), 3% on gas & EV charging (up to $300), 2% on recurring bill payments (up to $500); 1% after caps and on everything else.