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Chase Freedom Unlimited vs United Club Business

Side-by-side comparison of fees, rewards, benefits, and transfer partners.

Chase Freedom Unlimited card art
Chase Ultimate Rewards
Chase Freedom Unlimited
Chase
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United Club Business card art
United MileagePlus
United Club Business
Chase
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Annual Fee
No annual fee
$695/yr
Foreign Fees
None
None
Signup Bonus
30,000 points
Spend $500 in 3 months
8,000 points
Spend $5,000 in 3 months
Top Earn Rates
  • Chase Travel 5x
  • Dining 3x
  • Drugstores 3x
  • United Purchases 4x
  • Dining 2x
  • Hotel Stays 2x
Reward Type
miles
miles
Key Credits
None
  • Global Entry/TSA PreCheck Credit $120
  • IHG Rewards Credit $120
Card Perks
None listed
  • United Club Membership
  • Free First and Second Checked Bags
  • Premier Access
  • +1 more
Transfer Partners
  • Virgin Atlantic Flying Club
  • Aer Lingus AerClub
  • Air Canada Aeroplan
  • British Airways Executive Club
  • Flying Blue
  • +9 more
No transfer partners

Common Questions: Chase Freedom Unlimited vs United Club Business

Is the Chase Freedom Unlimited or United Club Business better for dining?

Chase Freedom Unlimited earns 3x on dining; United Club Business earns 2x on dining. Chase Freedom Unlimited wins for dining.

Which has the higher signup bonus in 2026?

Chase Freedom Unlimited currently offers 30,000 pts signup bonus (spend $500 in 3 months). United Club Business offers 8,000 pts signup bonus (spend $5,000 in 3 months). Chase Freedom Unlimited has the larger bonus.

Which card is better for international travel?

Both cards charge no foreign transaction fees, making either a solid choice for international travel.

Can I hold both the Chase Freedom Unlimited and the United Club Business?

In most cases yes — holding both is allowed and can be a smart strategy for maximizing rewards across different spending categories. Both cards are from Chase, so check their specific application rules.