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We compare credit cards from 40+ trusted UK providers.

We provide a research based view of credit cards available in the UK, using publicly available data from over 40 providers. This information was compiled in January 2026 and is not financial advice.

Mintify Limited, trading as Mintify, is an Introducer Appointed Representative of Creditec Limited who acts as a credit broker, not a lender. Find out how this site works.

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AIB

Options 1

4.1

OUR RATING

Representative APR

18.9% APR (variable)

Purchases

17.44% (variable) p.a.

Balance Transfers

17.44% (variable) p.a. (1.50% fee)

Account Fees

£0

Representative Example: At an assumed credit limit of £1,200, with a purchase rate of 17.44% (variable) p.a., most accepted customers get a rate of 18.9% APR (variable).

4.1

OUR RATING

Quick Look

The AIB Options 1 credit card features an easy cashback scheme, where customers must spend a minimum of £5,000 to earn the first £25 cashback. It also offers one of the few credit cards with low cash withdrawal charges of just 1.5%, making it suitable for users seeking rewards alongside cost-effective cash access.

Issuer AIB
Network Visa or Mastercard
Primary Category Cashback
Loyalty Scheme Cashback
Incentive on opening This cashback card has no annual fee and also comes with low cash withdrawal charges.
Cashback rate (if applicable) £1 is earned for every further £200 spent. There is a minimum requirement of 12 transactions per year. A maximum cap of £250 cashback is paid per year.
Account Fees £0
Purchases 17.44% (variable) p.a.
Purchases Interest Free Period 56 days
Balance Transfers 17.44% (variable) p.a. (1.50% fee)
Balance Transfer Fee (%) 1.50%
Cash Advances 17.44% (variable) p.a. (fees apply)
Minimum Credit Limit £ 500.00
Maximum Credit Limit Subject To Status

The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions from the card issuer

AIB

Options 2

3.1

OUR RATING

Representative APR

16.9% APR (variable)

Purchases

15.72% (variable) p.a.

Balance Transfers

15.72% (variable) p.a. (1.50% fee)

Account Fees

£0

Representative Example: At an assumed credit limit of £1,200, with a purchase rate of 15.72% (variable) p.a., most accepted customers get a rate of 16.9% APR (variable).

3.1

OUR RATING

Quick Look

The AIB Options 2 credit card is a straightforward, no-frills option featuring a relatively low overall interest rate. It is also one of the few credit cards that offer low cash withdrawal charges of just 1.5%, making it suitable for cost-conscious users.

Issuer AIB
Network Visa or Mastercard
Primary Category Purchases
Loyalty Scheme
Incentive on opening None
Cashback rate (if applicable) No cashback scheme
Account Fees £0
Purchases 15.72% (variable) p.a.
Purchases Interest Free Period 51 days
Balance Transfers 15.72% (variable) p.a. (1.50% fee)
Balance Transfer Fee (%) 1.50%
Cash Advances 15.72% (variable) p.a. (fees apply)
Minimum Credit Limit £ 500.00
Maximum Credit Limit Subject To Status

The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions from the card issuer

AIB

Student Visa

4.0

OUR RATING

Representative APR

12.9% APR (variable)

Purchases

12.20% (variable) p.a.

Balance Transfers

Not Available

Account Fees

£0

Representative Example: At an assumed credit limit of £1,200, with a purchase rate of 12.20% (variable) p.a., most accepted customers get a rate of 12.9% APR (variable).

4.0

OUR RATING

Quick Look

The AIB Student Visa credit card features a relatively low interest rate, making it a suitable option for students looking to manage their finances responsibly while building credit.

Issuer AIB
Network Visa
Primary Category Purchases
Loyalty Scheme
Incentive on opening None
Cashback rate (if applicable) No cashback scheme
Account Fees £0
Purchases 12.20% (variable) p.a.
Purchases Interest Free Period 56 days
Balance Transfers Not Available
Balance Transfer Fee (%) 0.00%
Cash Advances 12.20% (variable) p.a. (fees apply)
Minimum Credit Limit £ 300.00
Maximum Credit Limit Subject To Status

The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions from the card issuer

Allied Irish Bank (GB)

Classic Credit Card

3.1

OUR RATING

Representative APR

24.3% (variable) p.a.

Purchases

20.64% (variable) p.a.

Balance Transfers

20.64% (variable) p.a. (1.50% fee)

Account Fees

£8

Representative Example: At an assumed credit limit of £1,200, with a purchase rate of 20.64% (variable) p.a., and a fee of £8 per annum, most accepted customers get a rate of 24.3% APR (variable).

3.1

OUR RATING

Quick Look

The Allied Irish Bank (GB) Classic credit card is available exclusively to AIB customers. It features a low annual fee and offers access to an emergency cash service for lost or stolen cards abroad, though applicable fees and charges may apply.

Issuer Allied Irish Bank (GB)
Network Visa
Primary Category Purchases
Loyalty Scheme
Incentive on opening None
Cashback rate (if applicable) No cashback scheme
Account Fees £8
Purchases 20.64% (variable) p.a.
Purchases Interest Free Period 56 days
Balance Transfers 20.64% (variable) p.a. (1.50% fee)
Balance Transfer Fee (%) 1.50%
Cash Advances 20.64% (variable) p.a. (fees apply)
Minimum Credit Limit £ 0.00
Maximum Credit Limit Subject To Status

The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions from the card issuer

American Express UK

Nectar Credit Card

4.4

OUR RATING

Representative APR

36.1% APR (variable)

Purchases

29.4% (variable) p.a.

Balance Transfers

29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)

Account Fees

£0 for year 1. Then £30 p.a. from year 2 onwards.

Representative Example: At an assumed credit limit of £1,200, with a purchase rate of 29.4% (variable) p.a., and a fee of £0 in year 1 and £30 per annum from year 2 onwards, most accepted customers get a rate of 36.1% APR (variable).

4.4

OUR RATING

Quick Look

The American Express UK Nectar credit card carries a £30 annual fee (£0 for the first year). New members can earn up to 20,000 Nectar points by spending £2,000 within the first three months of membership. For those who use the card for everyday spending and typically reach this amount within three months, the rewards can effectively cover the annual fee and more.

Issuer American Express UK
Network American Express
Primary Category Rewards
Loyalty Scheme Nectar Points
Incentive on opening First year’s Cardmembership fee is free. Earn 20,000 Nectar points when you spend £2,000 in your first three months of Cardmembership.
Cashback rate (if applicable) Collect 2 points for every full £1 spent on the Card. Collect a minimum of 3 points per £1 spent at Nectar partners when using Credit Card and loyalty card.
Account Fees £0 for year 1. Then £30 p.a. from year 2 onwards.
Purchases 29.4% (variable) p.a.
Purchases Interest Free Period 56 days
Balance Transfers 29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)
Balance Transfer Fee (%) 3.00%
Cash Advances 37% (variable) p.a. (fees apply)
Minimum Credit Limit £ 700.00
Maximum Credit Limit Subject To Status

The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions from the card issuer

American Express UK

Amex® Cashback

4.2

OUR RATING

Representative APR

35.0% APR (variable)

Purchases

29.4% (variable) p.a.

Balance Transfers

29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)

Account Fees

£25

Representative Example: At an assumed credit limit of £1,200 with a purchase rate of 29.4% (variable) p.a., and a fee of £25 p.a., most accepted customers get a rate of 35.0% APR (variable).

4.2

OUR RATING

Quick Look

The American Express UK Amex® Cashback credit card operates similarly to the Amex Cashback Everyday card but includes an annual fee of £25 due to earning more points per £1 spent.

Issuer American Express UK
Network American Express
Primary Category Cashback
Loyalty Scheme Cashback
Incentive on opening Get 5% cashback on your purchases (up to £125) for the first three months of Cardmembership.
Cashback rate (if applicable) After your welcome bonus period (first three months), you’ll earn 0.75% cashback on spend up to £10,000. You will then receive 1.25% cashback on spend above £10,000
Account Fees £25
Purchases 29.4% (variable) p.a.
Purchases Interest Free Period 56 days
Balance Transfers 29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)
Balance Transfer Fee (%) 3.00%
Cash Advances 37% (variable) p.a. (fees apply)
Minimum Credit Limit £ 700.00
Maximum Credit Limit Subject To Status

The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions from the card issuer

American Express UK

Amex® Cashback Everyday

4.2

OUR RATING

Representative APR

29.4% APR (variable)

Purchases

29.4% (variable) p.a.

Balance Transfers

29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)

Account Fees

£0

Representative Example: At an assumed credit limit of £1,200, with a purchase rate of 29.4% (variable) p.a., most accepted customers get a rate of 29.4% APR (variable).

4.2

OUR RATING

Quick Look

The American Express UK Amex® Cashback Everyday credit card offers cashback on purchases. With no annual fee, this card provides a straightforward rewards system where all cashback earned is a bonus.

Issuer American Express UK
Network American Express
Primary Category Cashback
Loyalty Scheme Cashback
Incentive on opening Get 5% cashback on your purchases (up to £125) for the first five months of card membership.
Cashback rate (if applicable) After the introductory period, you will earn 0.50% for £1 to £10,000 of yearly spend and 1.00% after £10,001 of yearly spend (minimum yearly spend £3,000)
Account Fees £0
Purchases 29.4% (variable) p.a.
Purchases Interest Free Period 56 days
Balance Transfers 29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)
Balance Transfer Fee (%) 3.00%
Cash Advances 37% (variable) p.a. (fees apply)
Minimum Credit Limit £ 700.00
Maximum Credit Limit Subject To Status

The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions from the card issuer

American Express UK

Preferred Rewards Gold

4.0

OUR RATING

Representative APR

86.3% APR (variable)

Purchases

29.4% (variable) p.a.

Balance Transfers

29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)

Account Fees

£0 for your first year. Then £195 p.a. from year 2.

Representative Example: At an assumed credit limit of £1,200, with a purchase rate of 29.4% (variable) p.a., and a fee of £0 in year 1 and £195 per annum from year 2, most accepted customers get a rate of 86.3% APR (variable).

4.0

OUR RATING

Quick Look

The American Express UK Preferred Rewards Gold credit card offers extra points on travel related purchases (terms apply) and includes a welcome bonus. It carries a high annual fee of £195, waived for the first year. Cardholders also receive two £5 Deliveroo statement credits each month, providing additional value for dining and delivery.

Issuer American Express UK
Network American Express
Primary Category Rewards
Loyalty Scheme Points
Incentive on opening Earn 40,000 Membership Rewards® points when you spend £5,000 in your first six months of Cardmembership. Offer available for a limited time.
Cashback rate (if applicable) Earn 1 Membership Reward point for every £1 you spend. 2X points on purchases made directly with airlines for every £1 spent. 3X points on American Express Travel for every £1 spent. Get a £5 Deliveroo statement credit - twice every month. Get x4 complimentary Priority Pass airport lounge visits at up to 1,300 lounges at major airports around the world with your Priority Pass membership.
Account Fees £0 for your first year. Then £195 p.a. from year 2.
Purchases 29.4% (variable) p.a.
Purchases Interest Free Period 56 days
Balance Transfers 29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)
Balance Transfer Fee (%) 3.00%
Cash Advances 37% (variable) p.a. (fees apply)
Minimum Credit Limit £ 700.00
Maximum Credit Limit Subject To Status

The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions from the card issuer

American Express UK

The Platinum Card

4.0

OUR RATING

Representative APR

688.5% APR (variable)

Purchases

29.4% (variable) p.a.

Balance Transfers

29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)

Account Fees

£650 p.a.

Representative Example: At an assumed credit limit of £1,200, with a purchase rate of 29.4% (variable) p.a., and a fee of £650 per annum, most accepted customers get a rate of 688.5% APR (variable).

4.0

OUR RATING

Quick Look

The American Express UK Platinum Card is designed for high spenders, particularly frequent travellers. It carries a high annual fee of £650 but offers complimentary access to over 1,400 airport lounges worldwide in more than 140 countries, along with exclusive travel benefits. Members can also enjoy up to £400 in Global Dining Credit annually at select restaurants (enrolment required).

Issuer American Express UK
Network American Express
Primary Category Rewards
Loyalty Scheme Points
Incentive on opening Earn 75,000 Membership Rewards points and £250 travel credit when you spend £6,000 in your first three months of Cardmembership. New Cardmembers only. Offers change frequently so check the terms offered to you.
Cashback rate (if applicable) Earn 1 Membership Rewards point for every £1 spent. Earn 2X points on amextravel.co.uk for every £1 spent.
Account Fees £650 p.a.
Purchases 29.4% (variable) p.a.
Purchases Interest Free Period 56 days
Balance Transfers 29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)
Balance Transfer Fee (%) 3.00%
Cash Advances 37% (variable) p.a. (fees apply)
Minimum Credit Limit £ 700.00
Maximum Credit Limit Subject To Status

The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions from the card issuer

American Express UK

British Airways Credit Card

4.5

OUR RATING

Representative APR

29.4% APR (variable)

Purchases

29.4% (variable) p.a.

Balance Transfers

29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)

Account Fees

£0

Representative Example: At an assumed credit limit of £1,200, with a purchase rate of 29.4% (variable) p.a., most accepted customers get a rate of 29.4% APR (variable).

4.5

OUR RATING

Quick Look

The American Express UK British Airways credit card offers £0 annual fees and a welcome bonus for new cardmembers. It features an Avios rewards program and includes a referral scheme where you can earn 4,000 Avios points for each successful referral.

Issuer American Express UK
Network American Express
Primary Category Rewards
Loyalty Scheme Avios
Incentive on opening Earn 5,000 avios points when you spend £2K within 3 months of account opening.
Cashback rate (if applicable) Earn 1 Avios for every £1 spent. Get a Companion Voucher when you spend £12,000 each membership year on the Card or, if travelling solo, a 50% discount on the Avios price you pay for your flight.
Account Fees £0
Purchases 29.4% (variable) p.a.
Purchases Interest Free Period 56 days
Balance Transfers 29.4% (variable) p.a. (3% fee)
Balance Transfer Fee (%) 0.00%
Cash Advances 37% (variable) p.a. (fees apply)
Minimum Credit Limit £ 700.00
Maximum Credit Limit Subject To Status

The information contained in this table summarises key product features and is not intended to replace any terms and conditions from the card issuer

Editor’s Note: While we always aim to give you accurate product information at the point of publication, rates, prices, terms and promotions can always be changed by the provider afterwards and without notice, so be sure to double check first.

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