Bilt Obsidian Card vs Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card
Effective return by category
| Category | Bilt Obsidian Card | Chase Sapphire Preferred® Card |
|---|---|---|
| Card Travel Portals | 4.00% 2x | 10.00% 5x |
| Dining & Restaurants | 6.00% 3x | 6.00% 3x |
| Streaming | 2.00% 1x | 6.00% 3x |
| Gas Stations | 2.00% 1x | 6.00% 3x |
| EV Charging | 2.00% 1x | 6.00% 3x |
| Groceries | 6.00% 3x · Capped Spending · $25,000 cap | 2.00% 1x |
| Travel | 4.00% 2x | 4.00% 2x |
| Airfare | 4.00% 2x | 4.00% 2x |
| Hotels & Lodging | 4.00% 2x | 4.00% 2x |
| Car Rentals | 4.00% 2x | 4.00% 2x |
| Rideshare & Transit | 2.00% 1x | 4.00% 2x |
| Rent | 2.00% 1x | 0.00% 0x |
| Mortgage | 2.00% 1x | 0.00% 0x |
| Everything else | 2.00% 1x | 2.00% 1x |
Returns are multiplier × point value, using your “smart” setting. Caps and rotating categories affect real-world earnings.
The better question: which one adds more to your wallet?
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