Business Gold vs Delta SkyMiles Platinum

Business Gold
$375/yr
7.5/10
VS

Delta SkyMiles Platinum
$350/yr
6.0/10
Quick Answer
Business Gold charges $375/yr with 1X base rewards. Delta SkyMiles Platinum charges $350/yr with 1X base rewards. Delta SkyMiles Platinum 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
Delta SkyMiles Platinum
Lower annual fee ($375 vs $350)
Rewards Earning
Delta SkyMiles Platinum
5 earning categories
Benefits & Protection
Business Gold
5 benefits vs 0
Statement Credits
Business Gold
$240 in annual credits
Flexibility
Business Gold
Transferable points to airline/hotel partners
OUR PICK
Delta SkyMiles Platinum wins for most people
The $25 fee difference is hard to justify unless you maximize premium benefits.
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Business Gold wins for heavy spenders
If you can offset the higher fee with credits and perks, this card delivers more value.
Apply for Business GoldRewards Earning: Detailed Comparison
Business Gold
| Top 2 eligible categories | 4.0X (up to $150,000) |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
Delta SkyMiles Platinum
| Delta purchases | 3.0X |
| Hotels (direct) | 3.0X |
| US supermarkets | 2.0X |
| Dining worldwide | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
Card Benefits: Detailed Comparison
Business Gold (5 benefits)
- Baggage Insurance Plan (up to $3,000)
- Car Rental Loss and Damage Insurance
- Purchase Protection (up to $10,000)
- Extended Warranty
- Return Protection (up to $300)
Delta SkyMiles Platinum (0 benefits)
See full review for benefits details.