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Marriott Bonvoy Boundless
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Terms read from Chase's page on Oct 16, 2026.
Year 1, after fees
estimated value, about $1,698, based on 0.73 cents per point
Year 2+, after fees
estimated value, about $809, based on 0.73 cents per point
every year after
3 years, after fees
estimated value, about $3,316, based on 0.73 cents per point
Break-even
Month 1
Earn rate by category
Points at 0.73¢ each (lowest published value); published range 0.73¢ to 0.75¢. Source: The Points Guy monthly valuations, October 2026.
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.
Values for points and miles are estimates based on published redemption valuations; actual value depends on how you redeem.
On each spending preset
After fees; points at their cash value. "~" marks estimates.
| Spending | Year 1 | Year 2+ | 3 years | Break-even |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Student ($985/mo) | ~$168 | ~$373 | ~$915 | Month 5 |
| Couple ($2,555/mo) | ~$1,555 | ~$665 | ~$2,885 | Month 2 |
| Family ($3,350/mo) | ~$1,698 | ~$809 | ~$3,316 | Month 1 |
| Frequent traveller ($3,880/mo) | ~$1,844 | ~$954 | ~$3,752 | Month 1 |
| Big spender ($7,960/mo) | ~$2,594 | ~$1,704 | ~$6,002 | Month 1 |
Who it suits
- People who spend a lot on groceries and dining, where it earns above its base rate.
- Even light spenders: on a student's $985 a month it still earns back its fee.
- Spending abroad: no foreign transaction fee.
Who should skip it
- Nothing stands out on the presets; check it against your own spending.
Fees and rates
- Annual fee
- $95
- Foreign transaction fee
- None
- Purchase APR
- 19.49% to 27.99% (variable)
Rewards
- 6x on marriott Bonvoy hotels (assumed half of your hotel spending)
- 3x on gas, groceries and dining, first $6,000 a year combined
- 2x on everything else
Credits, as counted
- Airline credits for new cardmembers ($50 twice): $100 a year, first year50% used
Eligibility and availability
- Income
- None published
Published requirements only. We don't estimate approval odds.
Assumptions
- Point value: Marriott Bonvoy (US) points at 0.73 cents each: no redemption style chosen, so its lowest published value (it has no cash redemption). Source: The Points Guy monthly valuations, October 2026.
- Welcome bonus: 3 Free Night Awards (each up to 50,000 points) after $3,000 in purchases in the first 3 months. Your spending meets it in month 1.
- Credits: Each credit counts at the share a typical cardholder uses (listed on the card's page).
Not counted or not confirmed
- Free Night Awards are valued at the most points each night can cover
Perks, listed but not valued
- Silver Elite status
- 15 Elite Night Credits a year
Earns more every year after year 1
On a family's spending, these keep more value from year 2 than this card's ~$809.
Chase IHG One Rewards PremierYear 2+ ~$1,243
Wells Fargo One Key CardYear 2+ $864
Frequently asked questions
Is the Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless worth it?
On a family's spending ($3,350 a month, points at their cash value), it's worth ~$1,698 in year 1 and ~$809 a year after that, after a $95 annual fee. It covers its fee by month 1.
What is the Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless welcome offer?
3 Free Night Awards (each up to 50,000 points) after $3,000 in purchases in the first 3 months.
Does the Chase Marriott Bonvoy Boundless charge foreign transaction fees?
No. The issuer states no foreign transaction fee.
Sources
Rates, fees and offers are set by the issuer and may change. Check the issuer's terms before you apply. We don't estimate approval odds.
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