Chase Sapphire Reserve

The Chase Sapphire Reserve is the premium version of Chase's travel card lineup. With Priority Pass lounge access, a $300 travel credit, and 50% better point value through Chase, it offers genuine value for frequent travelers. The current 60,000 point bonus is the same as the Preferred, which makes the value proposition less clear right now. I think this card makes sense if you'll use the lounge access and travel credits, otherwise the Preferred is better.

Quick Verdict

Pros
  • Premium lounge access
  • $300 annual travel credit
  • Excellent travel protections
  • 50% point bonus for travel redemptions
  • Strong earning rates
Cons
  • High $550 annual fee
  • Same sign-up bonus as Preferred
  • Lounge access less valuable with crowds
  • $300 credit easy to use but locks you in

Sign-up Bonus

60,000

Bonus points

Earn 60,000 points after you spend $4,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening. That's ~$900 in value.

Earning Rates

5x

Travel

3x

Dining

10x

flights via Chase

1x

Others

On all other purchases

Key Benefits

$300 annual travel credit

Priority Pass Select lounge access

Global Entry or TSA PreCheck credit

Primary car rental insurance

Trip delay/cancellation insurance

50% more value when redeeming for travel through Chase

Transfer points to 14+ partners

Offer History

Historical High: 100,000 points
Period Bonus Spend Req.
2024-11-01 to present Current 60,000 points $4,000
2024-01-01 to 2024-10-31 80,000 points $4,000
2021-01-01 to 2021-02-28 100,000 points $4,000 Highest

Note: Historical offers are tracked for informational purposes. Past offers may not return.