IHG Traveler vs United Quest
IHG Traveler
$0/yr
7.0/10
VS
United Quest
$350/yr
6.0/10
Quick Answer
IHG Traveler charges no annual fee with 1X base rewards. United Quest charges $350/yr with 1X base rewards. IHG Traveler 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
IHG Traveler
Lower annual fee ($0 vs $350)
Rewards Earning
IHG Traveler
5 earning categories
Benefits & Protection
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Statement Credits
United Quest
$125 in annual credits
Flexibility
Tie
Both cards have similar redemption flexibility
OUR PICK
IHG Traveler wins for most people
The $350 fee difference is hard to justify unless you maximize premium benefits.
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United Quest wins for heavy spenders
If you can offset the higher fee with credits and perks, this card delivers more value.
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IHG Traveler
| IHG Hotels & Resorts | 5.0X |
| Dining | 3.0X |
| Gas stations | 3.0X |
| Groceries | 3.0X |
| Everything else | 2.0X |
United Quest
| United Airlines purchases | 3.0X |
| Dining | 2.0X |
| Hotel stays | 2.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |