RBC Avion Visa Infinite vs Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite
Both cards valued on the same spending, after fees. Year 1 against every year after shows which one keeps its value once the welcome bonus is gone.
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On a family's spending: Year 1 goes to Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite, every year after to Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite, and 3 years to Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite. Compare them on your own spending
All values are after each card's annual or monthly fee, and foreign transaction fees when you set foreign spending. Additional-card fees and memberships some benefits need (such as Amazon Prime or Instacart+) aren't included.
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3-year value on each preset
after fees, points at their cash value. "~" marks estimates.
| Spending | RBC Avion Visa Infinite | Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite | Ahead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student | $253 | $372 | Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite |
| Couple | $589 | $1,191 | Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite |
| Family | $759 | $1,600 | Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite |
| Frequent traveller | $908 | $1,737 | Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite |
| Big spender | $1,781 | $3,710 | Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, RBC Avion Visa Infinite or Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite?
Over 3 years, RBC Avion Visa Infinite comes out ahead on 0 of 5 spending presets and Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite on 5. On a family's spending ($3,350 a month), Year 1 goes to Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite and every year after to Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite.
Why can the winner change after year 1?
Year 1 includes welcome bonuses and first-year fee waivers. From year 2 only rewards on spending, ongoing credits and the full annual fee count, so a card with a bigger bonus can fall behind.
Sources
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