Green vs United Explorer

Green
$150/yr
6.0/10
VS

United Explorer
$150/yr
6.0/10
Quick Answer
Green charges $150/yr with 1X base rewards. United Explorer charges $150/yr with 1X base rewards. Green 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
Green
Lower annual fee ($150 vs $150)
Rewards Earning
United Explorer
4 earning categories
Benefits & Protection
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Statement Credits
Green
$289 in annual credits
Flexibility
Tie
Both cards have similar redemption flexibility
PREMIUM PICK
United Explorer is a strong alternative
Competitive features make it worth considering.
Apply for United ExplorerRewards Earning: Detailed Comparison
Green
| Travel (including transit) | 3.0X |
| Dining worldwide | 3.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |
United Explorer
| United Airlines purchases | 2.0X |
| Dining | 2.0X |
| Hotel stays | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |