Delta SkyMiles Gold vs United Explorer
Delta SkyMiles Gold
$150/yr
6.0/10
VS
United Explorer
$150/yr
6.0/10
Quick Answer
Delta SkyMiles Gold charges $150/yr with 1X base rewards. United Explorer charges $150/yr with 1X base rewards. Delta SkyMiles Gold offers a slight edge depending on your spending when comparing fees, rewards, and benefits side by side.
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Winner by Category
Annual Fees
Delta SkyMiles Gold
Lower annual fee ($150 vs $150)
Rewards Earning
Delta SkyMiles Gold
4 earning categories
Benefits & Protection
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Statement Credits
Delta SkyMiles Gold
$200 in annual credits
Flexibility
Tie
Both cards have similar redemption flexibility
OUR PICK
Delta SkyMiles Gold edges ahead
Better rewards and benefits at the same fee level.
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United Explorer is a strong alternative
Competitive features make it worth considering.
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Delta SkyMiles Gold
| Delta purchases | 2.0X |
| US supermarkets | 2.0X |
| Dining worldwide | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
United Explorer
| United Airlines purchases | 2.0X |
| Dining | 2.0X |
| Hotel stays | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |