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Amex Blue Cash Preferred vs AARP Essential Rewards

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American Express

Amex Blue Cash Preferred

$95 / yr (waived year 1)

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  • Disney Streaming Statement Credit$10 / mo
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Barclays

AARP Essential Rewards

No annual fee

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Earning rates

CategoryAmex Blue Cash PreferredAARP Essential Rewards
Streaming6%
Everything else1%1x