PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card Review

PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card is a cashback credit card issued by PenFed Credit Union. If you're wondering whether PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card is the right card for you, read on. This is everything you need to know to make a good choice.

Key takeaways:

• Earn 2% cash back on everyday purchases. This is higher than the average reward rate (1% cash back) for everyday purchases.
• 0% APR balance transfer intro rate. Offers an introductory 0% APR rate on balance transfers for up to 12 months, which is the average period for 0% APR balance transfer cards.
• Signup bonus. Offers a signup bonus of $100 if you spend $1500 within 3 months.
• Competitive APRs. PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 14.99% up to 17.99%.
• No annual fee. This is a great option for people looking for a low-maintenance card. It gives you the benefits of a credit card, but you don't have to pay an annual fee for the privilege.
• 3% Balance transfer fee. PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card charges a fee of up to 3% on balance transfers. For example, a balance of $1,000 could cost up to $30 in transfer fees.
• $0 foreign transaction fee. This card does not charge foreign transaction fees, which makes a great credit card to carry with you when traveling abroad.
• Multiple credit card benefits. Includes generous credit card perks, such as access to a concierge, emergency support, purchase protection, travel accident insurance, travel assistance, and fraud protection.
• Good or better credit required. You should probably try with another card if your credit score is below 700.

PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card Pros and Cons:

The Good	The Bad
Lower than average purchase APRs. 0% APR balance transfer intro rate on balance transfers for up to 12 months. No annual fee. Multiple credit card perks. Access to a concierge. Travel accident and travel assistance insurance. No foreign transaction fee. Earn rewards on every purchase. PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card reports to multiple credit bureaus.	Requires good to excellent credit. Does not offer rewards or cash back. Charges a 3% balance transfer fee.

Is there a PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card cash back or rewards program?

No, PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card does not offer a rewards program. PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card is a cashback card. This means you earn a percentage of your purchase as a cash reward. With PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card you receive 1.5% cash back on every purchase. For example, if you buy a $1,000 laptop, you will receive $15 back in cash. However, you can earn up to 2% for purchases in a bonus category.

What are the PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card benefits?

PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card provides the following benefits:

• Emergency Support
• Travel Accident Insurance
• Travel Assistance
• ID Theft Protection
• Reports to major credit bureaus

What are the relevant APRs for PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card?

According to the Federal Reserve Board, the average interest rate is 15% for all credit cards and 17% for accounts that carry a balance. PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card has lower than average purchase APRs.

PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 14.99% up to 17.99%. The card has a variable balance transfer APR of 17.99% . It also has a variable cash advance APR of 17.99% . Note that late payments are subject to an APR of 17.99% if you are late or miss your payments. Typically, the penalty APR applies for a minimum of six months but can go on indefinitely.

What are the fees for PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card?

The following fees apply to PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card:

PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card Fees

Fees	Amount
Annual Fee	$0
Foreign Transaction Fee	0%
Returned Payment Fee	up to $25
Late Payment Fee	$20 - $28

Does PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card report your account activity to credit bureaus?

PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card reports your account activity to the following credit reporting agencies:

• Equifax
• Experian
• Transunion

Making regular on-time payments to a creditor that reports to one or more credit bureaus will demonstrate your financial responsibility and can help improve your credit.

How to apply for PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card

• Visit the PenFed Power Cash Rewards Visa Signature® Card website.
• Fill in the application form. You will typically need to provide general financial information, such as your Social Security Number, address, and annual income.
• Check the information is accurate and submit your application.
• If you're denied click here to find out why your application may have been rejected and what you can do about it.

If your credit score is preventing you from qualifying for this credit card, check out our guide for the best credit cards for bad credit.