Sam's Club Mastercard Review

Sam's Club Mastercard is a store cashback credit card issued by Synchrony Bank. If you're wondering whether Sam's Club Mastercard is the right card for you, read on. This is everything you need to know to make a good choice.

• Generous reward rate. You will get a cashback rewards rate of up to 5%.
• Signup bonus. Offers a signup bonus of $45 if you spend $45.
• Competitive APRs. Sam's Club Mastercard has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 14.9% up to 22.9%.
• No annual fee*. This is a great option for people looking for a low-maintenance rewards card. It gives you rewards on your purchases, but you don't have to pay an annual fee for the privilege.
• No foreign transaction fee. This card does not charge a fee when you make a purchase that passes through a foreign bank, or is in a currency other than the U.S. dollar (USD), which makes it a great credit card to carry when traveling abroad.
• Multiple credit card benefits. Includes generous credit card perks, such as purchase protection, and fraud protection.
• Fair or better credit required. You stand a chance of qualifying if your credit score is not below 650.

The Good	The Bad
Doubles as Sam's Club membership card. High 5% cash back rewards for gas purchases. Lower than average purchase APRs. No annual fee. Multiple credit card perks. No foreign transaction fee. Cardholders can earn rewards on purchases everywhere Sam's Club Mastercard is accepted. Sam's Club Mastercard reports to multiple credit bureaus.	Must be a Sam's Club member to qualify. Total rewards are capped at $5,000 per year. Rewards can only be redeemed once per year.

Is there a Sam's Club Mastercard cash back or rewards program?

Sam's Club Mastercard is a cashback card. This means you earn a percentage of your purchase as a cash reward. With Sam's Club Mastercard you receive 1% cash back on every purchase. For example, if you buy a $1,000 laptop, you will receive $10 back in cash. However, you can earn up to 5% for purchases in a bonus category.

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Sam's Club Mastercard Rewards

Minimum rewards rate	1x
Max rewards rate	5x
Annual rewards limit	5000
Signup Bonus ($)	$45
Signup Bonus Spend Requirement	$45

What are the Sam's Club Mastercard benefits?

Sam's Club Mastercard provides the following benefits:

• ID Theft Protection
• Reports to major credit bureaus

What are the relevant APRs for Sam's Club Mastercard?

According to the Federal Reserve Board, the average interest rate is 15% for all credit cards and 17% for accounts that carry a balance. Sam's Club Mastercard has lower than average purchase APRs.

Sam's Club Mastercard has a variable purchase APR that ranges from 14.9% up to 22.9%. The card has a variable balance transfer APR that ranges from 14.9% up to 22.9%. It also has a variable cash advance APR that ranges from 19.9% up to 25.9%.

What are the fees for Sam's Club Mastercard?

The following fees apply to Sam's Club Mastercard:

Sam's Club Mastercard Fees

Fees	Amount
Annual Fee	$0
Foreign Transaction Fee	0%
Late Payment Fee	up to $40

Does Sam's Club Mastercard report your account activity to credit bureaus?

Yes, Sam's Club Mastercard 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 may help improve your credit.

How to apply for Sam's Club Mastercard

• Visit the Sam's Club Mastercard 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 your credit score is preventing you from qualifying for this credit card, check out our guide for the best credit cards for bad credit.