Articles tagged “Chase Sapphire Reserve”
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Venture X vs. Amex Platinum vs. Sapphire Reserve: The 2026 Premium Three-Way
Three cards, three philosophies, and a $500 spread in annual fees. The Venture X keeps it simple, the Amex Platinum hands you a coupon book, and the Sapphire Reserve bets on the Chase ecosystem. Here's which one fits you.
SmartRates Editorial Team
June 26, 2026
Capital One Venture X vs. Chase Sapphire Reserve in 2026: The $400 Question
The Sapphire Reserve now costs $795. The Venture X is still $395. That $400 gap reframes the whole comparison — but a quiet change to Venture X's lounge guests in February 2026 muddies what used to be an easy call.
SmartRates Editorial Team
June 20, 2026
Annual Fees Blew Past $800 in 2025. Is a $1,000 Card Next?
Amex Platinum is $895. The Sapphire Reserve is $795. Citi just walked back into the high-end with a $595 card. The obvious question is how high this goes — and whether 2026 is the year cardholders finally say no.
SmartRates Editorial Team
June 19, 2026
Chase Sapphire Reserve vs. Amex Platinum 2026: Which Premium Card Wins?
Chase Sapphire Reserve ($795) vs. Amex Platinum ($895) in 2026: a head-to-head on annual fees, statement credits, lounge access, earning rates, and which luxury travel card fits you.
SmartRates Editorial Team
June 15, 2026
Chase Sapphire Reserve Review 2026: Is the $795 Annual Fee Worth It?
A full 2026 review of the Chase Sapphire Reserve: the $795 annual fee, 8x earning on Chase Travel, the stack of statement credits, lounge access, and exactly who should carry it.
SmartRates Editorial Team
June 15, 2026