AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite vs Choice Privileges Select
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite
$99/yr
6.0/10
VS
Choice Privileges Select
$95/yr
6.5/10
Quick Answer
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite charges $99/yr with 1X base rewards. Choice Privileges Select charges $95/yr with 1X base rewards. Choice Privileges Select offers better overall value for most spenders when comparing fees, rewards, and benefits side by side.
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Winner by Category
Annual Fees
Choice Privileges Select
Lower annual fee ($99 vs $95)
Rewards Earning
Choice Privileges Select
3 earning categories
Benefits & Protection
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite
0 benefits vs 0
Flexibility
Tie
Both cards have similar redemption flexibility
OUR PICK
Choice Privileges Select wins for most people
The $4 fee difference is hard to justify unless you maximize premium benefits.
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AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite wins for heavy spenders
If you can offset the higher fee with credits and perks, this card delivers more value.
Apply for AAdvantage Aviator Red World EliteRewards Earning: Detailed Comparison
AAdvantage Aviator Red World Elite
| American Airlines purchases | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
Choice Privileges Select
| Choice Hotels properties | 10.0X |
| Gas stations & grocery stores | 5.0X |
| Everything else | 2.0X |
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