| Category | Delta SkyMiles Blue | Sapphire Preferred |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Fee | $0 | $95 |
| Signup Bonus | N/A | 75,000 points |
| Base Earning Rate | 1.0X | 1.0X |
| Card Network | N/A | N/A |
| Reward Type | points | points |
Winner by Category
Annual Fees
Delta SkyMiles Blue
Lower annual fee ($0 vs $95)
Rewards Earning
Sapphire Preferred
6 earning categories
Benefits & Protection
Sapphire Preferred
6 benefits vs 0
Statement Credits
Sapphire Preferred
$170 in annual credits
Flexibility
Sapphire Preferred
Transferable points to airline/hotel partners
The Winner: Delta SkyMiles Blue
Delta SkyMiles Blue edges out Sapphire Preferred in our comparison, offering better overall value for most cardholders.
Important: The "best" card depends on your specific spending habits and financial goals. See the detailed comparison above to make the right choice for you.
Rewards Earning: Detailed Comparison
Delta SkyMiles Blue
No bonus categories data available
Sapphire Preferred
| Travel via Chase Portal | 5.0X |
| Dining | 3.0X |
| Online Grocery | 3.0X |
| Streaming | 3.0X |
| Other Travel | 2.0X |
| Everything Else | 1.0X |
Card Benefits: Detailed Comparison
Delta SkyMiles Blue (0 benefits)
No benefits data available
Sapphire Preferred (6 benefits)
- Trip Cancellation Insurance (up to $10,000)
- Trip Delay Reimbursement (up to $500)
- Baggage Delay Insurance (up to $100)
- Rental Car Collision Damage Waiver
- Purchase Protection (up to $500)
- Extended Warranty Protection (up to $10,000)