SimplyCash™ Card from American Express Review
Earn Cash Back
- New SimplyCashTM from American Express Cardmembers can earn 4% cash back on purchases (up to $200 cash back) for the first 6 months of Cardmembership
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Earn 1.25% cash back on purchases when your Welcome Rate ends
• Access virtual events and special offers curated for Cardmembers with American Express® Experiences
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Priority airport services
No
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Airport lounge access
No
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Concierge service
No
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Balance protection(Optional)
Yes
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Purchase Security & Extended Protection Insurance
Yes
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Flight delay insurance,Baggage Insurance
Yes
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Vehicule rental insurance
Yes
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Travel accident insurance
Yes
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Travel medical insurance
Yes
- Annual Fee: $0
- Additional Card Fee: $0
- Purchases Interest Rate: 19.99%
- Cash Advance Interest Rate: 21.99%
- You're a Canadian resident
- You've reached the age of majority in your province or territory
The American Express SimplyCash Card features no annual fees and offers cardholders a flat, unlimited cashback rate. Just as with the SimplyCash Preferred Card, American Express offers its members the opportunity to receive a generous bonus for referrals. Its customer care professionals are available around-the-clock to address cardholder concerns and fraud protection is included with every card.
- 4% cashback introductory rate; 1.25% cashback after the first 6 months
- Up to $750 cashback annually for approved referrals
- Purchase Protection Plan covers all purchases made with the card
- Front of the Line ticket access for concerts, dining, film, and other experiences with American Express Invites
- Built-in fraud protection and emergency card replacements
- $100,000 travel accident insurance that includes a Buyer's Assurance Protection Plan
Pros
- No annual fees
- Cashback is unlimited
- Purchase Protection Plan protects you from shopping with bad merchants
- Early access to concerts and other events
Cons
- Amex isn't accepted as widely as Visa and Mastercard
- Travel benefits are reduced when compared with the SimplyCash Preferred Card
The Takeaway
The American Express SimplyCash Card is among the best choices for individuals who are looking for a cashback card that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Because cashback earnings aren't limited with this card and the interest rate is reasonable, this card makes a great choice for everyday use. Those who travel frequently and require comprehensive insurance may want to consider upgrading to the SimplyCash Preferred Card, as the SimplyCash card's travel insurance benefits are limited by comparison.
Author Bio
Mohamed Konate is a personal finance expert, blogger, and marketing consultant based out of Toronto. He is a former financial services professional who worked for many years at major Canadian financial institutions where he managed the marketing strategy around various financial products ranging from credit cards to lines of credit. Mohamed is passionate about personal finance and holds a Bachelor in Business Administration from the University of Quebec (Montreal) and a Master in International Business from the University of Sherbrooke (Quebec).He is also the author of the Canadian Credit Card Guidebook.
