IHG Traveler vs Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus
IHG Traveler
$0/yr
7.0/10
VS
Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus
$75/yr
6.5/10
Quick Answer
IHG Traveler charges no annual fee with 1X base rewards. Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus charges $75/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 $75)
Rewards Earning
IHG Traveler
5 earning categories
Benefits & Protection
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Flexibility
Tie
Both cards have similar redemption flexibility
OUR PICK
IHG Traveler wins for most people
The $75 fee difference is hard to justify unless you maximize premium benefits.
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Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus wins for heavy spenders
If you can offset the higher fee with credits and perks, this card delivers more value.
Apply for Wyndham Rewards Earner PlusRewards Earning: Detailed Comparison
IHG Traveler
| IHG Hotels & Resorts | 5.0X |
| Dining | 3.0X |
| Gas stations | 3.0X |
| Groceries | 3.0X |
| Everything else | 2.0X |
Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus
| Wyndham hotel & resorts | 6.0X |
| Gas stations & restaurants | 4.0X |
| Everything else | 1.0X |