Altitude Go vs Skypass Select
Altitude Go
$0/yr
7.5/10
VS
Skypass Select
$450/yr
6.0/10
Quick Answer
Altitude Go charges no annual fee with 1X base rewards. Skypass Select charges $450/yr with 1X base rewards. Altitude Go 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
Altitude Go
Lower annual fee ($0 vs $450)
Rewards Earning
Altitude Go
5 earning categories
Benefits & Protection
Altitude Go
3 benefits vs 0
Flexibility
Tie
Both cards have similar redemption flexibility
OUR PICK
Altitude Go wins for most people
The $450 fee difference is hard to justify unless you maximize premium benefits.
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Skypass Select wins for heavy spenders
If you can offset the higher fee with credits and perks, this card delivers more value.
Apply for Skypass SelectRewards Earning: Detailed Comparison
Altitude Go
| Dining including takeout | 4.0X |
| Gas stations | 2.0X |
| Grocery stores | 2.0X |
| Streaming services | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
Skypass Select
| Korean Air purchases | 3.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
Card Benefits: Detailed Comparison
Altitude Go (3 benefits)
- Purchase Security
- Extended Warranty Protection
- Cell Phone Protection (up to $600)
Skypass Select (0 benefits)
No benefits data available