BIG4CREDIT RANKING
Our 5-star rating is based on Big4credit’s independent, data-driven scoring system.
Each card is evaluated across multiple weighted categories – including rewards,
fees, welcome offers, 0% intro APR, ongoing APR, perks, benefits, and protections.
Ratings are determined solely by our research and analysis and are never influenced
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The Slate Edge® is a solid no-annual-fee card for people with fair credit who are looking to build or rebuild their credit profile. Instead of focusing on rewards, the card emphasizes credit improvement tools and automatic credit line increase reviews. The card also includes useful everyday protections like purchase protection, extended warranty coverage, and rental car coverage. The downside is the lack of meaningful rewards and the relatively high ongoing APR, making it a poor choice for carrying balances long term or maximizing cashback. Overall, this card works best for consumers with fair credit who want a low-cost way to strengthen their credit history while gaining access to useful account protections and financial tools.
Balance Transfer Fees: $5 or 5% of each transfer amount, whichever is greater.
Foreign Transaction Fee: 3% of each purchase transaction in U.S. dollars.
Lifestyle Perks
DoorDash DashPass Membership: Enjoy 6 months of complimentary DashPass for DoorDash and Caviar, with $0 delivery fees and reduced service fees on eligible orders. Activate by December 31, 2027; enrollment auto-renews at the standard rate.
Up to $10 off Quarterly: DashPass members get up to $10 off quarterly on non-restaurant DoorDash orders through December 31, 2027.
Travel Protections
Auto Rental Coverage: Get reimbursement for theft and collision damage when you decline the rental company’s coverage and pay in full with your card. Coverage is secondary and provides reimbursement up to $60,000.
Travel & Emergency Assistance
Roadside Assistance: Dispatch service available; service fees apply.
Purchase Protections
Purchase Protection: Covers new purchases for 120 days against damage or theft, up to $500 per claim and $50,000 per account.
Extended Warranty: Extends warranty coverage by one additional year on original eligible warranties of three years or less, up to $10,000 per claim and $50,000 per year.
Convenience Features
Digital wallet compatible: Apple Pay®, Google Pay™, Samsung Pay.
Shopping & Savings
Chase Offers: Activate personalized deals from popular merchants and earn automatic cashback when you use your card.
Buy Now, Pay Later Options
Chase Pay Over Time®: Split eligible purchases into fixed monthly payments with no interest, just a fixed monthly fee shown upfront.
Additional Features
Credit Line Increases: Be considered for a credit line increase every 6 months or sooner.