Bilt Obsidian Card vs Citi Custom Cash® Card
Effective return by category
| Category | Bilt Obsidian Card | Citi Custom Cash® Card |
|---|---|---|
| Dining & Restaurants | 6.00% 3x | 5.00% 5x · $500 cap |
| Groceries | 6.00% 3x · Capped Spending · $25,000 cap | 5.00% 5x · $500 cap |
| Gas Stations | 2.00% 1x | 5.00% 5x · $500 cap |
| Home Improvement | 2.00% 1x | 5.00% 5x · $500 cap |
| Gym & Fitness | 2.00% 1x | 5.00% 5x · $500 cap |
| Drugstores & Pharmacies | 2.00% 1x | 5.00% 5x · $500 cap |
| Streaming | 2.00% 1x | 5.00% 5x · $500 cap |
| Rideshare & Transit | 2.00% 1x | 5.00% 5x · $500 cap |
| Entertainment | 2.00% 1x | 5.00% 5x · $500 cap |
| Travel | 4.00% 2x | 5.00% 5x · $500 cap |
| Card Travel Portals | 4.00% 2x | 1.00% 1x |
| Airfare | 4.00% 2x | 1.00% 1x |
| Hotels & Lodging | 4.00% 2x | 1.00% 1x |
| Car Rentals | 4.00% 2x | 1.00% 1x |
| Rent | 2.00% 1x | 0.00% 0x |
| Mortgage | 2.00% 1x | 0.00% 0x |
| Everything else | 2.00% 1x | 1.00% 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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