340 subscription perks you’re paying for but not using
A maintained database of every benefit hiding inside the subscriptions you already have. From warehouse clubs to credit cards to streaming bundles. Updated monthly. Hidden Gems, the ones almost nobody activates, are flagged at the top of each tier.
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American Express
Platinum (Business)
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Hidden gem
$120 wireless credit
$10/mo statement credit on US wireless service charges.
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$150 Adobe credit
Annual statement credit on annual Creative Cloud subscriptions.
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$189 CLEAR Plus credit
Reimburses CLEAR Plus annual fee.
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$200 airline fee credit
Same as Personal — incidentals on chosen airline.
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$200 Oura Ring credit
Annual statement credit on Oura Ring or membership.
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$300 Lululemon credit ($75/qtr)
Quarterly $75 at Lululemon — yes, on the Business card too.
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$360 Indeed credit ($90/qtr)
Quarterly $90 statement credit on Indeed for job posts.
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$400 Dell credit
$200 statement credit semiannually at Dell.com.
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Hilton Honors Gold status
Complimentary status enrollment.
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Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status
Complimentary status enrollment.
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Walmart+ membership reimbursement
Full Walmart+ monthly cost reimbursed.
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$200 Uber Cash
$15/mo + $20 December bonus.
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5x points on flights + prepaid hotels via Amex Travel
Earn 5 Membership Rewards points per dollar (up to $500k/yr on flights).
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Centurion Lounge access
Same lounge access as Personal Platinum.
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Up to $600 hotel credit (FHR)
Statement credit for prepaid FHR/Hotel Collection 5+ night stays.
Platinum (Personal)
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$189 CLEAR Plus annual credit
Reimburses CLEAR Plus membership for skipping airport security lines.
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$200 annual airline fee credit
Pick one airline; reimbursed for incidentals like baggage, seat selection, in-flight food.
Many forget this — set a calendar reminder.
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$200 Oura Ring credit
Annual statement credit toward Oura Ring purchase or membership.
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$300 entertainment credit ($25/mo)
Monthly statement credit for Disney+, Hulu, ESPN+, Peacock, Paramount+, NYT, WSJ, YouTube Premium.
Stack against existing streaming bills.
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$300 Lululemon credit ($75/qtr)
Quarterly $75 statement credit at Lululemon (US).
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$400 Resy dining credit ($100/qtr)
Quarterly $100 statement credit at U.S. Resy restaurants.
Use it or lose it each quarter.
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Authorized users free (up to 4)
No annual fee for additional users on the same account.
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Avis Preferred Plus / Hertz President's Circle
Top-tier status at both rental chains — guaranteed upgrades, faster checkout.
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Cell phone insurance
Up to $800 per claim, 2 claims per year, $50 deductible — pay phone bill with the card.
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Delta Skymiles Platinum (with Delta enrollment)
Complimentary Platinum status if you enroll through Amex.
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Hilton Honors Gold status
Complimentary status — free breakfast, room upgrades, late checkout at Hilton properties.
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Leading Hotels of the World Sterling status
Complimentary status — room upgrades, breakfast, priority access.
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Marriott Bonvoy Gold Elite status
Complimentary status — late checkout, 25% point bonus, room upgrades at Marriott.
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Premium Car Rental Protection
Optional, $19.95-$24.95 per rental, primary coverage up to $100k.
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ShopRunner free 2-day shipping
Free 2-day shipping at 100+ retailers (Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdales, etc.).
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Walmart+ membership reimbursement
Statement credit covers full Walmart+ monthly cost ($12.95 + tax).
Few cardholders realize Amex covers this.
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$120 Global Entry / TSA PreCheck credit
Reimburses application fee every 4-5 years.
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$200 Uber Cash annually
$15/mo Uber Cash + $20 bonus in December. Works on rides AND Uber Eats.
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Centurion Lounge access (1,550+ lounges)
Cardholder + 2 guests at Centurion Lounges, Priority Pass, Plaza Premium, Delta Sky Club (with Delta flight).
Most well-known perk.
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Up to $600 hotel credit (FHR)
Statement credit for prepaid Fine Hotels + Resorts or Hotel Collection 5+ night stays.
Coinbase One
Basic
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Hidden gem
+5% staking rewards boost
Receive a 5% bonus on top of standard staking reward rates for supported assets (ETH, SOL, ADA, etc.). Auto-applied — nothing to activate.
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$1,000 account takeover insurance
Up to $1,000 in coverage if your account is taken over and funds are stolen due to unauthorized access. Must follow Coinbase security guidelines to qualify for claims.
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3.50% APY on USDC (unlimited)
Earn unlimited 3.50% APY on USDC balances — no balance cap at any tier. Paid weekly in USDC or BTC. No staking or locking required.
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Exclusive tax deals (CoinTracker + Summ)
Free CoinTracker Base plan (or $59 off any other plan), and Summ (formerly Crypto Tax Calculator) $1 Rookie plan (save $48) plus up to 50% off other plans (save up to $499). Pre-filled crypto tax forms.
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Member sweepstakes (monthly drawings)
Entry into monthly members-only sweepstakes with prizes like 1 BTC. Easy to forget exists — worth checking the member portal regularly.
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Onchain partner deals ($100+ value)
Bundle of onchain partner perks valued at $100+. Includes Aerodrome (30% boost on veAERO Flight School), Definitive (zero fees on first $50K trading volume), DIMO (50 $DIMO + 20% off car adapter), Euler (5% extra yield on USDC), OpenCover (onchain portfolio hack protection).
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Token sale boost (up to 1.5x more)
Members can request up to 1.5x more allocation when Coinbase runs token sales. Higher tiers get bigger multipliers (Preferred 2.5x, Premium 5x).
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Up to $10/mo gas credit on Base
Up to $10/month in sponsored gas fees on the Base network for onchain transactions through Coinbase smart wallets. Most members never use the onchain side and forfeit this.
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Coinbase One Card eligibility
Eligibility to apply for the Coinbase One Card (up to 4% bitcoin back on purchases). Basic-tier members can only access the card on the annual billing plan, not monthly.
Annual plan only at Basic tier.
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Zero trading fees up to $500/month
No trading fees on simple buys and sells up to $500/month of trade volume. Coinbase Advanced trades, DEX trades, and derivatives are excluded.
Preferred
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Hidden gem
+10% staking rewards boost
Receive a 10% bonus on top of standard staking reward rates for supported assets.
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$10,000 account takeover insurance
Up to $10,000 in coverage if your account is taken over and funds are stolen due to unauthorized access.
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25% Advanced spot-fee rebate (up to $100/mo)
Receive 25% back on Coinbase Advanced spot trading fees, paid in USDC immediately after trades execute. Capped at $100/month in rebates at the Preferred tier (~$1,200/yr max). Premium tier is uncapped.
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3.50% APY on USDC (unlimited)
Earn unlimited 3.50% APY on USDC balances — no balance cap at any tier. Paid weekly in USDC or BTC. No staking or locking required.
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Exclusive tax deals (CoinTracker + Summ)
Free CoinTracker Base plan (or $59 off any other plan), Summ $1 Rookie plan (save $48) + up to 50% off other plans, pre-filled crypto tax forms.
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Member sweepstakes (monthly drawings)
Entry into monthly members-only sweepstakes with prizes like 1 BTC.
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Onchain partner deals ($100+ value)
Bundle of onchain partner perks valued at $100+: Aerodrome veAERO Flight School 30% boost, Definitive zero fees on first $50K, DIMO 50 $DIMO + 20% off, Euler 5% USDC yield, OpenCover hack protection.
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Token sale boost (up to 2.5x more)
Members can request up to 2.5x more allocation when Coinbase runs token sales. Higher than Basic (1.5x), lower than Premium (5x).
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Up to $10/mo gas credit on Base
Up to $10/month in sponsored gas fees on the Base network for onchain transactions through Coinbase smart wallets.
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Waived US wire transfer fees
Domestic (US) wire transfer fees waived for deposits and withdrawals. Normally $10 per outgoing wire.
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24/7 priority support
Faster response times from Coinbase support, available 24/7.
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Coinbase One Card eligibility
Eligibility to apply for the Coinbase One Card (up to 4% bitcoin back). Available on either monthly or annual plans at this tier.
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Zero trading fees up to $10,000/month
No trading fees on simple buys and sells up to $10,000/month of trade volume. Coinbase Advanced trades, DEX trades, and derivatives are excluded.
Premium
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+15% staking rewards boost
Receive a 15% bonus on top of standard staking reward rates — the highest staking boost across Coinbase One tiers.
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$250,000 account takeover insurance
Up to $250,000 in coverage if your account is taken over and funds are stolen — the highest tier of Coinbase account protection.
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3.50% APY on USDC (unlimited)
Earn unlimited 3.50% APY on USDC balances — no balance cap at any tier. Paid weekly in USDC or BTC. No staking or locking required.
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Concierge support
Dedicated concierge-level support — higher-touch than the 24/7 priority support included at Preferred tier.
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Exclusive tax deals (CoinTracker + Summ)
Free CoinTracker Base plan (or $59 off any other plan), Summ $1 Rookie plan (save $48) + up to 50% off other plans, pre-filled crypto tax forms.
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Member sweepstakes (monthly drawings)
Entry into monthly members-only sweepstakes with prizes like 1 BTC.
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Onchain partner deals ($100+ value)
Bundle of onchain partner perks valued at $100+: Aerodrome veAERO Flight School 30% boost, Definitive zero fees on first $50K, DIMO 50 $DIMO + 20% off, Euler 5% USDC yield, OpenCover hack protection.
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Token sale boost (up to 5x more)
Members can request up to 5x more allocation when Coinbase runs token sales — the highest multiplier across Coinbase One tiers.
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Unlimited Coinbase Advanced fee rebates
Unlimited rebates on Coinbase Advanced spot trading fees. Significant for active traders.
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Up to $10/mo gas credit on Base
Up to $10/month in sponsored gas fees on the Base network for onchain transactions through Coinbase smart wallets.
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Coinbase One Card eligibility
Eligibility to apply for the Coinbase One Card. Available on either monthly or annual plans.
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Unlimited zero trading fees
No trading fees on simple buys and sells with no monthly volume cap. Coinbase Advanced, DEX trades, and derivatives still excluded.
Chase Sapphire
Preferred
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$5/mo DoorDash credit
$5/month DoorDash credit on top of DashPass benefits.
Stack against DashPass.
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$50 annual hotel credit (Chase Travel)
Annual statement credit on prepaid hotel bookings via Chase Travel.
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Baggage delay insurance
Reimbursement for essentials if bags delayed 6+ hours.
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Extended warranty + purchase protection
Adds 1 year to warranty, 120 days theft/damage coverage on items bought with the card.
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Lyft Pink All Access (12 months)
Free 12-month Lyft Pink All Access (worth $239) plus 5x points on Lyft.
Many cardholders never activate.
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Peloton membership credit ($120 over 24 months)
Statement credit toward Peloton All-Access or App+ membership; total $120 over 2 years.
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Primary auto rental coverage
Primary CDW (collision damage waiver) when paying with the card — skip rental agency CDW.
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Trip cancellation/interruption insurance
Up to $10k per person reimbursed for non-refundable trip costs if canceled for covered reasons.
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Trip delay reimbursement
Up to $500/ticket for hotel/meals if delayed 12+ hours.
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3x points on dining + online groceries
Strong everyday earn rate on dining (including takeout) and online grocery delivery.
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5x points on Chase Travel
Earn 5 points per $1 on travel booked through Chase Travel.
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DashPass for 12 months free
Complimentary DashPass + $0 delivery fees on DoorDash for 12 months.
Best-known perk.
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No foreign transaction fees
0% foreign transaction fees on international purchases.
Reserve
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Hidden gem
$300 Exclusive Tables dining credit
$150 H1 + $150 H2 statement credits at Sapphire Reserve Exclusive Tables restaurants.
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$300 StubHub/Viagogo annual credit
Annual credit on event tickets via StubHub.
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$500 The Edit hotel credit
$250 statement credits semiannually on prepaid Chase Travel hotel bookings at 1,100+ Edit collection properties.
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Apple TV+ + Apple Music complimentary
Free Apple TV+ and Apple Music subscriptions while you have the card.
Most overlooked Reserve perk.
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Chase Sapphire Lounge access
Cardholder + 2 guests at all Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club locations.
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Emergency evacuation coverage
Up to $100k for emergency medical evacuation — rare among credit cards.
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IHG Platinum Elite status
Complimentary status — room upgrades, late checkout at IHG hotels.
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Lyft 5x + $10 monthly ride credit
5x points on Lyft + $10/month in-app ride credit.
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Peloton membership credit
$120 in statement credits over 24 months toward Peloton membership.
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Primary auto rental insurance
Primary CDW coverage when paying with the card.
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Trip cancellation insurance ($10k/person)
Up to $10k per person, $20k per trip for non-refundable trip cancellations.
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Trip delay reimbursement (6+ hours)
Up to $500/ticket if delayed 6+ hours — better than Preferred's 12 hours.
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$120 Global Entry / TSA PreCheck / NEXUS credit
Statement credit every 4 years on application fee.
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$300 annual travel credit
Automatic statement credits up to $300/yr on any travel purchase.
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4x points on flights + hotels direct
4x on airline + hotel bookings made directly.
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8x points on Chase Travel
Earn 8 points per $1 booked through Chase Travel.
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DoorDash benefits ($5/mo + DashPass)
Complimentary DashPass + $5/mo credit + 5x points on DoorDash.
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Priority Pass Select (1,300+ lounges)
Cardholder + 2 guests at Priority Pass lounges worldwide.
AAA
Classic
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Hidden gem
AAA Insurance discount eligibility
Auto, home, life insurance — AAA members get discounted rates.
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AAA member discounts (hotels, retail, restaurants)
Discounts at hotels (Hilton, Marriott, Best Western), restaurants, theme parks, retail.
Always ask 'Do you offer AAA discounts?' — many places have unmarked discounts.
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Auto loan rate discounts
Discounted rates on AAA Auto Loans for car purchases.
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Battery service ($25 off)
Mobile battery testing/replacement; $25 off AAA-branded batteries with installation.
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Hertz/Enterprise/Avis car rental discounts
Up to 20% off + free additional driver, sometimes free upgrade.
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Identity theft monitoring (basic)
Free credit monitoring + identity theft alerts.
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Movie theater discounts
Discounted tickets at AMC, Regal, Cinemark.
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Notary services (free at branches)
Free notarization at AAA branch offices.
Almost no one knows this.
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Pre-trip vehicle service
Free vehicle inspection at AAA-approved repair shops before trips.
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Theme park discounts (Disney, Universal, Six Flags)
Member-only ticket discounts at major theme parks.
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Travel planning services
Free TripTik routing, paper maps, tour books, travel agent consultation.
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Roadside assistance (4 calls/year)
Free 4 service calls per year. Up to 5-mile tow per call (Classic).
Plus
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$200 toward car rental during repairs
Reimbursement for rental during long repair, after roadside-towed vehicle.
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Free fuel delivery
Free emergency fuel delivery (Classic charges for fuel itself).
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Free passport photos (1 set/year)
Free passport-grade photos at AAA branches once per year.
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Locksmith reimbursement up to $100
Reimburses locksmith costs up to $100 if AAA can't service the lockout.
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Sentinel ID theft monitoring (better tier)
Upgraded ID theft monitoring with dark web scanning.
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Trip interruption coverage
Up to $300 reimbursement for accommodations/meals if disabling vehicle accident occurs 100+ miles from home.
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100-mile towing per call
Up to 100-mile tow distance per service call (vs 5 miles Classic).
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All Classic benefits
Discounts, travel planning, member-only deals, etc.
Premier
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Hidden gem
1 free family member added
1 additional household associate gets Premier membership free.
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Concierge services
Personal concierge for travel/dining/event planning (regional availability).
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Free standard rental car for 1 day
Get a one-day rental free during a covered breakdown.
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ID theft Sentinel Premier
Top-tier ID protection with $1M reimbursement coverage.
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Mobile mechanic services available
On-site repairs at home/work via partner network (regional).
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Up to $1,500 trip interruption coverage
5x Plus's coverage for accommodations/meals during covered breakdowns.
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200-mile tow (1 per year)
Up to 200-mile tow distance once per year — beyond Plus's 100-mile cap.
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AAA Premier credit card eligibility
Eligible for higher-tier AAA-branded credit cards with bigger rewards.
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All Plus benefits
Includes all lower-tier perks.
Amazon Prime
Standard
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Hidden gem
10¢/gallon at 7,500+ gas stations
Save 10¢ per gallon by linking Prime to the free earnify app.
Most members never link the app
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45% off Shutterfly photo prints
Discount on Shutterfly prints and photo books for Prime members.
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Amazon Day delivery
Pick a weekly delivery day; sometimes earns small digital credits for flexibility.
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Amazon Pharmacy free 2-day shipping
Free 2-day delivery on prescriptions through Amazon Pharmacy.
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Buy with Prime
Use Prime shipping/returns when checking out at participating non-Amazon brand sites.
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Free Grubhub+ membership
Full Grubhub+ membership with $0 delivery fees on $12+ orders. ~$120/yr value.
Activate by linking Amazon and Grubhub accounts
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Free monthly First Reads ebook
Pick one free Kindle book each month from editor's-pick early releases.
~$48/yr value
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Household sharing with another adult
Share Prime shipping, Prime Video, and Kindle Library with one other adult in your household. Splits the fee in half.
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Lightning Deal early preview
See Lightning Deals 30 minutes before non-members.
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Luna cloud gaming
Rotating selection of free games on Amazon's Luna cloud platform.
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No-Rush Rewards
Choose slower shipping and earn digital credits for ebooks, video, music, or apps.
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One Medical for $9/month
Discounted access to One Medical 24/7 virtual care + in-person clinics.
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Hidden gem
Prime Gaming
Free PC games monthly, in-game loot for popular titles, and one free Twitch channel sub each month.
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Hidden gem
Prime Reading
Rotating catalog of thousands of ebooks, magazines, and comics free with Prime.
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Prime Rx prescription savings
Compare prescription prices, save up to 80% on covered meds.
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Release-date delivery
Free delivery on launch day for new books, movies, games, and limited editions.
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RxPass: $5/month for eligible meds
Flat $5/mo subscription for unlimited eligible generic prescriptions.
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Hidden gem
Try Before You Buy
7 days to try clothing/shoes/accessories before charging your card.
Formerly Prime Wardrobe
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Hidden gem
Unlimited full-resolution photo storage
Unlimited uncompressed photo storage in Amazon Photos + 5GB free video storage.
Replaces paid Google Photos / iCloud for many users
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Hidden gem
Whole Foods exclusive deals
Prime-only deals plus 10% off most sale items at Whole Foods Market.
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Amazon Family teen/kid sharing
Add up to 4 teens (their own logins) and 4 kids to share Prime benefits.
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Amazon Fresh free delivery
Free delivery on Amazon Fresh orders over $35 in eligible areas.
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Amazon Music Prime
200 million songs, ad-free podcasts. Mostly shuffle-mode for full albums; upgrade to Music Unlimited for full control.
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Free 1-day & 2-day shipping
Free fast shipping on millions of items with no order minimum.
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Free same-day delivery
Free same-day delivery in eligible ZIPs on $25+ qualifying orders.
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Prime Day & Big Deal Days early access
Members-only access to the year's biggest Amazon sale events.
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Prime Video
Stream movies, originals, and live sports. Standard tier now includes ads — ad-free is $4.99/mo or $45.99/yr (Prime Video Ultra).
Apple One
Family
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Hidden gem
Apple Arcade (Family)
Each member gets game progress and cloud saves.
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Hidden gem
Family Screen Time controls
Manage app usage, screen time, and content for kids' devices.
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Hidden gem
Hide My Email (Family)
Each member gets their own random aliases.
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HomeKit Secure Video (5 cameras)
Up to 5 cameras with encrypted video storage.
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Hidden gem
Private Relay (Family)
Each member gets Private Relay protection.
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200GB iCloud+ shared
Shared 200GB across all family members.
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Apple Music (Family)
Each member gets their own Apple Music profile.
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Apple TV+ (Family)
Up to 6 family members watching simultaneously.
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Share with up to 6 family members
All Apple One services shared via Family Sharing, including separate libraries.
Individual
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Hidden gem
Apple Arcade
200+ ad-free, no-IAP games for iPhone, iPad, Mac, TV.
Most Individual subscribers don't open Arcade.
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Hidden gem
Custom email domain
Use your own domain (e.g. [email protected]) with iCloud Mail.
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Hidden gem
Hide My Email (iCloud+)
Generate unique random email aliases that forward to your inbox.
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Hidden gem
HomeKit Secure Video (1 camera)
1 HomeKit-enabled camera with end-to-end encrypted video storage.
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Hidden gem
Private Relay (iCloud+)
Apple's privacy-focused VPN-like service that hides browsing IP.
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50GB iCloud+ storage
50GB cloud storage for photos, files, device backups.
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Apple Music
100M+ songs, ad-free, lossless audio, lyrics, radio shows.
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Apple TV+
Apple original shows and movies (Ted Lasso, Severance, Pachinko).
Premier
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Hidden gem
Apple Fitness+ (200+ workouts)
Audio + video workouts: HIIT, yoga, strength, dance, mindfulness.
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Hidden gem
Apple News+ (300+ magazines/papers)
WSJ, NYT, The New Yorker, Vogue, National Geographic, etc.
Most overlooked Premier perk.
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Hidden gem
Apple News+ audio narrations
Listen to articles narrated by professional voice actors.
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Hidden gem
Apple News+ Puzzles
Daily crosswords, sudoku, mini puzzles included with News+.
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Hidden gem
Custom workout plans (Fitness+)
AI-personalized workout plans based on your activity history.
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~$29/mo savings vs separate
Apple's stated savings vs subscribing to all services individually.
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2TB iCloud+ shared
2TB shared across all family members.
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All Family-tier benefits
Music + TV+ + Arcade + iCloud + cameras + screen time + more.
Verizon
Unlimited Plus
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Hidden gem
1 perk slot ($10/mo perk free)
Pick one: Disney Bundle, Apple Music Family, Walmart+, Apple One discounted, etc.
Mix-and-match feature is the value play; people stick with one perk forever.
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Hidden gem
3-year price lock guarantee
Verizon won't raise your plan price for 3 years.
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Hidden gem
4K UHD video streaming
4K streaming vs 720p/HD on cheaper plans.
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Hidden gem
50% off connected devices
Half off tablet/smartwatch line ($10/mo vs $20).
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Hidden gem
Apple Music Family perk option
Apple Music Family for $10/mo (saves $6.99/mo).
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Hidden gem
Disney+/Hulu/ESPN+ bundle perk option
Disney bundle (with ads) for $10/mo.
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Hidden gem
Verizon Up rewards
Earn rewards points redeemable for discounts, gift cards, exclusive experiences.
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Hidden gem
Walmart+ perk option
Walmart+ via Verizon Perk for $7/mo (saves $5.95/mo vs standalone).
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30GB premium hotspot
30GB hotspot at 5G/4G speeds.
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5G Ultra Wideband access
Verizon's fastest 5G network.
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International daily passes
$10/day or $5/day in select destinations.
Unlimited Ultimate
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Hidden gem
2 perk slots ($10/mo perks free)
Pick any 2 perks: Disney bundle, Walmart+, Apple Music, Apple One discounted, +Play, etc.
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Hidden gem
3-year price lock guarantee
Plan price locked for 3 years.
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Hidden gem
5GB international high-speed data + unlimited talk/text in 210 countries
2GB/day high-speed data, unlimited talk/text in 210+ countries.
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Hidden gem
Apple Music Family perk option
Apple Music Family for $10/mo via Perk.
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Hidden gem
Apple One perk option
Apple One Individual for $15/mo (saves $4.95/mo).
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Hidden gem
Disney+ + Hulu + ESPN+ perk option
Disney bundle for $10/mo via Perk.
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Hidden gem
Free TravelPass days (5/yr)
Free TravelPass days for international travel ($10/day value × 5).
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Hidden gem
Verizon Up rewards
Earn redeemable rewards.
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Hidden gem
Walmart+ perk option
Walmart+ via Perk slot.
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5G Ultra Wideband + 5G Edge
Fastest Verizon 5G + edge computing for low-latency use.
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60GB premium hotspot
60GB hotspot at 5G/4G speeds — double Plus's allowance.
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Mobile Protect insurance available
Add device protection at $17/mo — covers theft, damage, loss.
T-Mobile
Go5G Next
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Hidden gem
AAA membership (1 year)
Free AAA Classic for one year.
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Hidden gem
Free full-flight in-flight Wi-Fi
Full session Wi-Fi (not just 1 hour) on Delta, American, Alaska, United.
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Hidden gem
Hulu (with ads) on Us
Hulu's ad-supported plan included with one qualifying line.
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Hidden gem
Netflix (Standard with ads) on Us
Netflix Standard with ads, included with qualifying lines.
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Hidden gem
T-Mobile Tuesdays freebies
Weekly app-based perks.
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Hidden gem
Up to $1000 trade-in value
Higher trade-in valuations on eligible devices.
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Apple TV+ on Us
Apple TV+ ad-free included on one qualifying line.
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International data — 215+ countries
Unlimited 256kbps + texting in 215+ countries; 5GB high-speed Mexico/Canada.
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Scam Shield Premium
Spam blocking + reverse lookup + voicemail-to-text.
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Yearly device upgrade
Trade in once per year for a new phone with full trade-in value.
Go5G Plus
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Hidden gem
AAA membership (1 year)
Free AAA Classic membership for one year as a T-Mobile bonus.
Underused perk; activate via T-Mobile benefits page.
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Hidden gem
Apple TV+ included
Apple TV+ ad-free at no extra cost on one qualifying line.
Most don't activate it — needs setup in T-Life app.
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Hidden gem
Free in-flight Wi-Fi
Full-flight Wi-Fi on Delta, American, Alaska, United for one device.
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Hidden gem
International data — 215+ countries
Unlimited 256kbps data + texting in 215+ countries; 5GB high-speed in Mexico/Canada.
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Hidden gem
Scam Shield Premium
Block spam calls, get reverse-number lookup, voicemail-to-text.
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Hidden gem
T-Mobile Tuesdays freebies
Weekly perks via T Life app: free Subway sandwiches, MLB.TV deals, ride-share discounts.
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50GB premium hotspot data
50GB high-speed hotspot per month, then unlimited at slower speeds.
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5G access (5G UC included)
T-Mobile's fastest 5G Ultra Capacity network access.
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Annual phone upgrade option
Eligible for new phone each year via T-Mobile Forever Upgrade or trade-in.
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Voicemail-to-text
Voicemails delivered as text — included free.
Costco
Executive
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Hidden gem
$10 monthly credit on $150+ purchases
New 2026 perk: $10 credit on monthly purchases over $150.
New for 2026 — most don't know
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Hidden gem
Better rates on Costco Services
Lower prices on check printing, auto buying, and travel.
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Hidden gem
Early shopping hours
Early access at many warehouses (often 9 a.m.) before regular open.
Quieter aisles, shorter lines, first pick of high-demand items
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Hidden gem
Free roadside assistance
Free roadside assistance on vehicles covered through Costco Auto Insurance.
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2% reward on eligible purchases
Earn 2% back on most purchases at Costco, Costco.com, and Costco Travel — capped at $1,250/yr, paid as an annual certificate.
Gold Star
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Hidden gem
100% satisfaction guarantee
Cancel any time and get your full membership fee refunded if dissatisfied.
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Hidden gem
Costco Auto Program
Pre-arranged pricing on new and used vehicles — no haggling at the dealer.
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Hidden gem
Costco Tire Center
Competitive tire pricing with free installation, rotation, and lifetime balancing.
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Hidden gem
Costco Travel
Discounted cruises, hotels, vacation packages, rental cars, and theme park tickets — often with onboard credits, cabin upgrades, or shore excursions included.
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Hidden gem
Discounted business checks
Personal and business check printing at lower-than-retail rates.
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Hidden gem
Discounted gift cards
Restaurants, theme parks, streaming, and entertainment gift cards at reduced prices.
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Hidden gem
Discounted insurance
Member rates on auto, home, life, and pet insurance through partner providers.
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Hidden gem
Extended electronics warranties
Free extra warranty coverage on TVs, computers, and major appliances bought at Costco.
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Hidden gem
Optical center savings
Discounted glasses, contacts, and exams at Costco Optical.
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Hidden gem
Pharmacy savings
Member-only pharmacy pricing on prescriptions.
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$1.50 hot dog combo
Iconic hot dog + soda combo. As of 2026, you must scan your membership card to buy food court items.
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Costco gas
Member-only gas pricing, typically several cents below local averages.
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Two membership cards
Primary card plus one free household card.
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Warehouse pricing
Access to bulk warehouse pricing across all Costco locations and Costco.com.
Sam's Club
Club
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Hidden gem
100% satisfaction guarantee
Full refund if you cancel and aren't happy.
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Hidden gem
Discounted gift cards
Up to 25% off gift cards from Southwest Airlines, Domino's, Krispy Kreme, and others.
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Hidden gem
EBT/SNAP accepted in-club
EBT cards work for eligible items in-club and with Scan & Go.
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Hidden gem
Optical center
Discounted exams, glasses, and contacts.
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Hidden gem
Pharmacy
600+ generic medications starting at $4.
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Hidden gem
Scan & Go in-app checkout
Scan items as you shop and check out in the app — no register line. Also works for café and fuel.
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Hidden gem
Travel deals
Discounted hotels, rental cars, and event tickets through Sam's Club Travel.
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Hidden gem
Wedding & event services
Tiered cakes, party trays, bulk florals, reception decor, even rings — all at member pricing.
Crazy underused perk
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Curbside pickup
Free for Club on $50+ orders. Staff load it in your car.
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Instant Savings
Auto-applied promotional discounts in-club and online.
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Member-only fuel prices
Lower per-gallon pricing at Sam's Club fuel stations.
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Two membership cards
Primary plus one household card.
Plus
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Hidden gem
Early shopping hours
1 hour before regular open.
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Hidden gem
Free curbside pickup, no minimum
Plus members get free curbside on any order — no $50 floor.
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Hidden gem
Free Rx delivery + bigger pharmacy savings
Free prescription delivery and deeper pharmacy discounts vs. Club tier.
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Hidden gem
Free tire installation
Tire installation included with Plus.
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2% Sam's Cash back
Earn 2% back on qualifying purchases, capped at $500/yr.
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Free same-day delivery on $50+
Free same-day or next-day delivery on eligible $50+ orders (was $8 before).
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Free shipping on $50+ orders
Free shipping on most online items over $50.
SoFi Plus
Standard
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Hidden gem
1% match on crypto buys
1% match on eligible crypto purchases. Lifetime cap of $250,000 in qualifying purchases.
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Hidden gem
1% match on SoFi Invest deposits
1% match on deposits to taxable SoFi Invest accounts. Conditions: must maintain SoFi Plus membership for 1 year after the deposit, and funds must stay invested for 5 years.
1-year membership requirement + 5-year hold on funds.
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Hidden gem
10% boost on SoFi Credit Card cash back
10% boost on all SoFi Credit Card cash back rewards rates — stacks on top of the card's base earn rates.
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Hidden gem
4.50% APY on first $20,000 savings
Earn 4.50% APY on up to $20,000 in one SoFi Savings account. Balances above $20K earn 3.30% APY. Rates are variable and subject to change.
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Hidden gem
5-5.5% cash back on SoFi Travel (non-air)
5% cash back on SoFi Travel bookings (excluding air travel) with any card; 5.5% when paying with the SoFi Credit Card. SoFi Travel portal also advertises savings up to 10% or more on bookings.
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Hidden gem
Care.com Premium $99 for 12 months
$99 for a 12-month Care.com Premium membership through SoFi Plus.
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Hidden gem
CNBC+ subscription 40% off
40% discount on a one-year CNBC+ subscription — $89.99 instead of the standard $149.99.
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Hidden gem
HelloPrivacy 50% off annual subscription
50% discount on an annual HelloPrivacy data broker monitoring subscription. Removes your personal info from data broker sites.
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Hidden gem
IPO allocation priority
Priority allocation when SoFi makes IPO shares available to retail investors before public trading begins.
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Hidden gem
Loan rate discounts (student & personal)
0.125% rate reduction on Student Loan Refinancing, 0.125% on Private Parent Student Loans, 0.25% on Personal Loans.
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Hidden gem
Mortgage & home equity origination discounts
Additional $500 off the standard origination fee on a home purchase or refinance mortgage. Additional $200 off the standard origination fee on a home equity loan.
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Hidden gem
Rakuten $50 welcome bonus
$50 welcome bonus when signing up for Rakuten through the SoFi Plus partner offer.
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Hidden gem
Seated $20 dining reward credit
$20 dining reward credit through the Seated app/partnership.
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Hidden gem
SoFi Stadium perks + Plus Experiences events
Member perks at SoFi Stadium including expedited entry and access to the member lounge. Also access to exclusive SoFi Plus Experiences events.
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Hidden gem
Trust & Will $200 off Trust plan
$200 off purchase of a Trust plan through Trust & Will. Useful estate-planning perk most members never use.
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Hidden gem
TurboTax 20% off federal filing
20% discount on TurboTax federal filing through the SoFi Plus member portal.
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Hidden gem
Unlimited certified financial planner appointments
Unlimited appointments with certified financial planners at no additional cost. Often the most overlooked perk — access to actual fee-only financial advice as part of the membership.
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Hidden gem
Vivid Seats 10% off tickets
10% off Vivid Seats inventory (concerts, sports, theater), up to a maximum discount of $50 per order.
Walmart+
Standard
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Hidden gem
25% off Burger King + free Whopper quarterly
25% off BK orders plus a free Whopper every 3 months.
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Hidden gem
25% off TurboTax
Discount on TurboTax during tax season.
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Hidden gem
4 months free Apple Fitness+
4-month free trial of Apple Fitness+ for new subscribers.
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Hidden gem
5 months free Apple Music
5-month free trial of Apple Music for new subscribers.
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Hidden gem
5% Walmart Cash on travel bookings
Earn 5% Walmart Cash on hotels, vacation rentals, car rentals, tours and activities booked through Walmart+ Travel (powered by Expedia). 2% on flights.
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Hidden gem
Free eMeals access
Free eMeals meal-planning subscription.
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Hidden gem
Free flat tire repair
Free flat tire repair and free road hazard warranty at Walmart Auto Care Centers (not in NY) on tires bought there.
Flat repair would otherwise cost $15-30
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Hidden gem
Free pharmacy delivery
Eligible prescriptions delivered free, sometimes same day, with no order minimum.
Newer perk many members haven't activated
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Hidden gem
Member fuel pricing at Sam's Club
Walmart+ members get the member-only gas price at Sam's Club fuel stations.
Counterintuitive — you don't need a Sam's Club membership for this
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Hidden gem
Mobile Scan & Go
Scan items with the Walmart app as you shop and pay from your phone, skipping checkout.
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Hidden gem
Pawp pet telehealth
Free standard Pawp membership — 24/7 vet telehealth for any pet in your household.
Add-ons billed separately by Pawp
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Hidden gem
Returns from home
Walmart picks up returns from your house — no repackaging or printing labels needed.
Eligible locations only
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Early access to deals
First crack at major sales like Black Friday before non-members.
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Free same-day grocery delivery
Free same-day delivery from Walmart stores on $35+ orders. Below $35 incurs a $6.99 fee.
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Free shipping with no minimum
Free shipping on items sold or shipped by Walmart with no order minimum.
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Gas savings
10¢/gallon off at 13,000+ Walmart, Exxon, Mobil, and Murphy stations.
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Streaming choice: Paramount+ or Peacock
Pick one of these streaming subscriptions, included free.
~$60-80/yr standalone value
Acorns
Bronze
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Hidden gem
450+ partner brand shopping rewards bonuses
Earn bonus investments when shopping with 450+ partner brands through the Acorns app or browser extension. Most users forget the extension is even there — it auto-applies cashback on partner sites.
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Acorns Later retirement account
Tax-advantaged retirement account (IRA) included at the Bronze tier. No IRA match at this tier.
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Diversified investment portfolio + Round-Ups
Investment account with an expert-built diversified portfolio. Round-Ups® feature rounds up everyday purchases and invests the spare change automatically.
Gold
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Hidden gem
$10,000 life insurance policy
$10,000 life insurance policy included free for eligible customers at the Gold tier. The kind of bundled perk most subscribers never claim.
For eligible customers — check Acorns eligibility criteria.
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Hidden gem
3% IRA match on new contributions (first year only)
3% match on new IRA contributions — the highest match at any Acorns tier — but only during the first year of opening the account. Not ongoing. Worth maxing contributions in year one.
First year only — unlike Robinhood Gold's ongoing match. Based on 2026 IRA contribution limit ($7,500 under 50).
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Hidden gem
Acorns Early (kids' debit card + money app) included
Acorns Early — a debit card and money app for kids — is included free with Gold. Normally a separate paid product.
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Hidden gem
Acorns Early Invest 1% match for kids
1% match on contributions to Acorns Early Invest accounts (kids' UGMA/UTMA-style accounts) — Gold tier only.
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Hidden gem
Free tax filing through April
Free tax filing through April for Gold subscribers. Listed as a Gold perk on the official pricing page.
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Hidden gem
Money Manager (auto paycheck splits)
Automatically splits incoming deposits/paychecks across your investing, saving, and spending accounts based on rules you set. Set-and-forget allocation.
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Hidden gem
No-cost Will (valued at $299)
A no-cost will included with Gold membership — Acorns values this at $299. Huge for anyone who's been meaning to set up basic estate planning.
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Hidden gem
Up to 50% bonus match on shopping rewards
Acorns matches up to 50% of bonus investments earned through partner-brand shopping rewards (double the Silver rate).
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Custom Portfolios (individual stocks & ETFs)
Add individual stocks and ETFs to your Acorns portfolio — Gold-tier only. Allows customization beyond the standard expert-built portfolio.
Silver
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Hidden gem
1% IRA match on new contributions (first year only)
1% match on new IRA contributions in your Acorns Later account — BUT only during the first year of opening the account. Not an ongoing match. Worth maximizing contributions in year one to capture this.
First year only — unlike Robinhood Gold's ongoing match. Cap based on 2026 IRA contribution limit ($7,500 under 50).
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Hidden gem
Emergency Savings at 3.35% APY
Dedicated Emergency Savings bucket earning 3.35% APY (subject to change). Helps build the 'oh no fund' separately from investing.
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Hidden gem
Up to 25% bonus match on shopping rewards
Acorns matches up to 25% of bonus investments earned through partner-brand shopping rewards (stacks with the base partner program available to all tiers).
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Live Q&As with investing experts
Access to live Q&A sessions with investing experts — Silver and Gold members only.
Target Circle
Circle 360
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Hidden gem
30-day extended returns
Extra 30 days on top of the standard return window.
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Hidden gem
Early access to brand collabs and big sales
Members shop limited brand drops and major sale events before everyone else.
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Hidden gem
Loyalty event bonus rewards
Periodic loyalty events stack rewards onto everyday shopping (recent example: up to $100 in Circle rewards across milestones).
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Hidden gem
Monthly free gift
Choose one free item or exclusive discount each month from a curated list.
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Hidden gem
Partner free trials (Peacock, Apple, Shutterfly, Ulta)
Linked free trials from partner services — varies by account.
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Hidden gem
Same-day delivery from 100+ retailers, no markup
Order same-day from CVS, Petco, PetSmart, Sephora, Lowe's, Office Depot, and 100+ others through the Shipt Marketplace at retail prices — no Shipt markup.
The flagship reason to upgrade — most non-members don't realize this exists
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Free 2-day shipping
Free 2-day shipping with no minimum on hundreds of thousands of items.
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Unlimited free same-day delivery
Free same-day delivery on Target.com $35+ orders, often in under an hour, via Shipt.
Free
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Hidden gem
Birthday rewards
Personalized birthday offer each year.
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Hidden gem
Community Voting for charity
Cast votes from your purchases to direct Target's community giving.
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Hidden gem
Partner Perks (after qualifying purchases)
Free trials and bonuses from partners (e.g., Apple) auto-activated after qualifying buys.
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Hidden gem
Verified-status discounts
Extra discounts for verified military, college students, and teachers via ID.me.
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1% back in Target Circle rewards
Earn 1% back on eligible purchases (excludes Circle Card payments).
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Auto-applied member deals
Discounts apply automatically at checkout when logged in.
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Personalized offers
Tailored deals based on shopping habits.
Spotify
Premium Family
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Hidden gem
Audiobooks 15hr/mo (primary holder)
15 hours/month for the plan owner.
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Hidden gem
Explicit content blocking
Parents can block explicit lyrics on each child's account.
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Hidden gem
Family Mix shared playlist
Auto-generated playlist combining everyone's music tastes.
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Hidden gem
Spotify Kids (separate app)
Ad-free, age-appropriate audio app for children.
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6 Premium accounts
Up to 6 separate Premium accounts at one address.
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Each member gets full Premium
Ad-free, downloads, 320kbps, Connect, all Individual perks per member.
Premium Individual
-
Hidden gem
Audiobooks — 15 hours/month
15 hours of audiobook listening per month from 200,000+ titles included.
Newer perk; most subscribers don't realize they get free audiobooks.
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Hidden gem
Group session listening
Listen synchronously with friends in real-time.
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Hidden gem
Hi-Fi quality (rolling out)
Lossless audio quality being rolled out to Premium subscribers.
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Hidden gem
Spotify Connect cross-device
Hand off playback between phone, laptop, smart speaker, car seamlessly.
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Hidden gem
Spotify Wrapped early access
Premium subscribers get early Wrapped reveals and exclusive content.
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Ad-free music streaming
No interruptions on music, podcasts, or audiobooks.
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Higher quality audio (320kbps)
Up to 320kbps Ogg Vorbis on web/desktop, AAC 256kbps on iOS.
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Offline downloads
Up to 10,000 songs across 5 devices for offline listening.
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Skip unlimited tracks
Unlimited skips vs free tier's 6 skips/hour.
BJ's Wholesale
Club
-
Hidden gem
100% satisfaction guarantee
Full refund on membership during the membership period.
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Hidden gem
BJ's pharmacy & optical
Discounted prescriptions, glasses, and contacts.
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Hidden gem
BJ's Travel
Member pricing on travel packages, cruises, and activities.
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Hidden gem
Fuel Saver program
Buy qualifying items in-club and earn an extra 10¢/gallon discount, stackable with member gas pricing.
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Hidden gem
Manufacturer coupon acceptance
Accepts manufacturer coupons stacked with member pricing — Costco and Sam's don't.
Biggest under-the-radar advantage of BJ's
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20¢/gallon avg gas savings
Lower per-gallon prices at BJ's Gas stations.
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Curbside pickup
Free on $50+ orders, $3.99 fee otherwise.
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Free household card
One free additional card for someone in your household.
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Same-day delivery available
Pay-per-delivery or upgrade to Same-Day Select for ~$100/yr unlimited.
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Up to 25% off grocery prices
Bulk-format pricing on groceries and household goods.
Club+
-
Hidden gem
2 free same-day deliveries/year
Two free same-day deliveries per membership year on $50+ orders.
-
Hidden gem
Extra 5¢/gallon at BJ's Gas
Stacks with the standard ~20¢/gal member savings.
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Hidden gem
Free curbside pickup, no minimum
No $50 minimum for free pickup.
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2% back in rewards
2% back on most BJ's purchases, capped at $500/yr.
Audible
Plus
-
Hidden gem
Audible Latino content
Spanish-language audiobooks and originals.
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Hidden gem
Audible Originals (free)
Audible's exclusive original content — comedy, drama, journalism, fiction.
Hidden value — original podcasts and series included.
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Hidden gem
Curated podcasts
Audible-exclusive and partner podcasts.
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Hidden gem
Sleep tracks + meditation
Guided sleep, meditation, and mindfulness audio.
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Audible Plus catalog (unlimited)
Unlimited streaming of 11,000+ titles in the Plus catalog — no credits, no waiting.
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Mobile + Echo + Alexa playback
Resume listening across devices including all Echo speakers.
Premium Plus
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Hidden gem
Audible Originals + podcasts free
All Originals + curated podcasts included (same as Plus).
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Hidden gem
Credits roll over up to 12 months
Unused credits roll over for a year; stockpile for big releases.
Most underused feature — credits expire if not redeemed within 12 months.
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Hidden gem
Free 'Smartless' and other Originals
Premium podcast Originals (Smartless, Bridgerton drama, etc.) free for members.
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Hidden gem
Free returns/swaps within 365 days
Don't like a book? Swap it for another within a year.
Almost no one knows this — return any audiobook within 12 months for any reason.
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Hidden gem
Members-only sales (extra books)
30%+ off members-exclusive titles + flash sales.
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Hidden gem
Wishlist save + re-purchase
Save wishlists across credit cycles for easier monthly redemption.
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1 audiobook credit per month
Pick any audiobook — even ones outside the Plus catalog.
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Audible Plus catalog access
Includes all Plus-tier unlimited streaming.
Coinbase One Card
Standard
-
Hidden gem
Amex Experiences
Access to Amex Experiences — pre-sale tickets to concerts/sports/theater, dining events, and curated experiences exclusive to Amex cardholders.
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Hidden gem
Amex Offers
Targeted offers (statement credits, bonus rewards) at participating merchants through Amex Offers — must add each offer to your card manually before spending to activate.
Offers must be added to card before purchase — the activation step is the hidden gem most people skip.
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Hidden gem
Bitcoin back 2-4% tiered by Assets on Coinbase
Earn bitcoin back on every purchase, tiered by Assets on Coinbase (AOC): 2% baseline (any AOC), 2.5% at $10K-$50K AOC, 3% at $50K-$200K AOC, 4% at $200K+ AOC. The 2.5%/3%/4% tiers are capped at a combined $10,000 in eligible purchases per calendar month (drops to 2% after cap). For the first 60 days after card opening, AOC is based on real-time balance; after that it's a rolling calculation.
AOC = Assets on Coinbase. Most cardholders sit at the 2-2.5% tier. The 4% tier requires $200K+ on the exchange.
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Hidden gem
Emergency Assistance
Global Assist Hotline for legal/medical/financial emergencies while traveling, including referrals and emergency cash transfers (cost of services is cardholder's responsibility).
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Hidden gem
Extended Warranty
Extended warranty coverage on eligible purchases via the Amex network. Typically extends manufacturer's warranty by up to 1 year on warranties of 5 years or less.
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Hidden gem
Lost or Damaged Luggage Insurance
Coverage for lost, stolen, or damaged baggage when the trip is paid for with the Coinbase One Card.
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Hidden gem
No foreign transaction fees
No foreign transaction fees on international purchases — saves the typical 3% FX markup other cards charge.
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Hidden gem
Retail Protection
Amex Retail Protection covers eligible purchases made with the Coinbase One Card against accidental damage or theft for a limited period (terms apply).
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Hidden gem
Return Protection (90 days)
If a merchant won't accept the return of an eligible item within 90 days of purchase with the Coinbase One Card, you may be eligible for a refund through Amex Return Protection.
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Hidden gem
Roadside Assistance
24/7 roadside assistance dispatch service (towing, jump start, tire change, lockout). Coordination is free; you pay for the service rendered. Avoids the cost of AAA-style memberships for occasional use.
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Hidden gem
Trip Cancellation / Interruption Insurance
Reimbursement for non-refundable trip costs if your trip is cancelled or interrupted for covered reasons (illness, severe weather, etc.), when paid for with the Coinbase One Card.
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Hidden gem
Worldwide Car Rental Loss & Damage Insurance
Secondary collision damage and theft coverage on rental cars worldwide when you pay for the rental with the Coinbase One Card and decline the rental company's collision insurance.
Saves you from buying the rental car company's $20-30/day collision coverage. Major hidden gem.
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No annual fee (with Coinbase One)
Card has no annual fee — only cost is the underlying Coinbase One membership (starts at $49.99/year on the Basic annual plan).
AT&T
Unlimited Premium PL
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Hidden gem
4K UHD video streaming
Stream video in 4K UHD vs HD on lower plans.
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Hidden gem
AT&T Active Armor advanced security
Spam blocking, secure VPN, fraud detection, identity monitoring.
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Hidden gem
Connected device line for $10/mo
Add a tablet/smartwatch line for $10/mo (vs $20 on lower plans).
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Hidden gem
Data in 200+ countries (free Day Passes)
Free 1GB International Day Passes in 200+ destinations.
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Hidden gem
Family Map locator included
GPS tracking for family members on the account, free.
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Hidden gem
Free roaming in 19 Latin American countries
Unlimited talk + text and high-speed data across most of Latin America.
Underused perk — perfect for travel content angles.
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Hidden gem
Stadia Pro 6 months (legacy)
6 months Stadia Pro included for new lines (limited windows; verify before counting).
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50GB high-speed mobile hotspot
50GB hotspot per line at 5G/4G speeds, then slowed to 128kbps.
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5G access nationwide
Includes 5G+ where available.
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Free roaming in Canada and Mexico
Unlimited talk, text, and high-speed data in Canada and Mexico — no extra charge.
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Multi-device hotspot use
Connect multiple devices to phone hotspot simultaneously.
Robinhood Gold
Standard
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Hidden gem
3.35% APY on uninvested cash
Uninvested cash in your Robinhood brokerage account earns 3.35% APY through the High-Yield Cash program (Feb 2026 rate). Interest paid monthly. Stays liquid for immediate trading.
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Hidden gem
3% IRA contribution match
Robinhood matches 3% of every annual IRA contribution (1% for non-Gold). At the 2026 contribution limit, that's up to $225/yr if you're under 50, or $258/yr if you're 50+. The match is the standout perk — it pays back the $60/yr subscription cost 4-5x over.
Must hold the Gold subscription for at least 1 year to keep the matched funds. 2026 contribution limits: $7,500 under 50, $8,600 if 50+.
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Hidden gem
First $1,000 of margin interest-free
Borrow up to $1,000 on margin with zero interest. Interest applies only to amounts borrowed beyond $1,000 at variable rates. Genuinely overlooked perk — most users don't even enable margin.
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Hidden gem
Morningstar Professional research access
Access to Morningstar professional research reports on stocks. Morningstar standalone subscription is $249/yr — included free with Robinhood Gold.
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Hidden gem
Premium Rewards program access
Rotating rewards program with curated luxury goods, crypto gifts, exclusive partner perks, and premium experiences. Specific items rotate.
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Hidden gem
Sage Home Loans $500 closing credit
$500 closing credit when getting a new mortgage or refinance through Sage Home Loans (Robinhood's mortgage partner).
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Hidden gem
Strategies management fee waived above $100K AUM
Accounts using Robinhood Strategies (the managed portfolio service) are only charged management fees on the first $100,000 of assets under management. Everything above $100K is fee-free.
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30-day free trial
First 30 days of Robinhood Gold are free, then $5/month or $50/year.
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3x instant deposit limit
Deposit up to 3x your portfolio value and trade with it immediately, before the bank transfer settles. Non-Gold users have lower instant-deposit limits.
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Discounted index options ($0.35/contract)
$0.35 per contract on index options for Gold members. Standard non-Gold pricing is higher.
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Lower futures commissions ($0.50/contract)
$0.50 per futures contract for Gold members — a significant discount vs many competing brokers.
Robinhood Gold Card
Standard
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Hidden gem
3% cash back on all categories
Earn 3% cash back on every purchase as 3x points (1 point = $0.01 when redeemed to Robinhood brokerage cash). Flat-rate cash back with no spending categories or rotating bonus categories to track.
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Hidden gem
Airport lounge access (5,000 pts per person)
Redeem 5,000 points for a single airport lounge pass. Useful for occasional travelers who don't want a $400+/yr premium card just for lounge access.
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Hidden gem
Best redemption: $0.01/pt to brokerage cash
Highest-value redemption: points convert at $0.01 each when deposited to your Robinhood brokerage account (which also earns the 3.35% Gold APY in High-Yield Cash). Gift cards and Travel Portal also redeem at $0.01/point. Statement credit, gas, and Amazon redeem at less than $0.01/point — use those last.
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Hidden gem
Family cardholders any age
Add family cardholders with no age minimum — unusual among major credit cards. Useful for kids' first cards under parental control. All spending accrues rewards to the primary account.
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Hidden gem
Gas redemption (1,450 pts = $0.50/gal off, 20 gal max)
Redeem 1,450 points for $0.50 off per gallon on a single fill-up, up to 20 gallons per transaction (max $10 discount). Note: redemption value is less than $0.01/point in this option — brokerage cash redemption is still higher value per point.
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Hidden gem
No foreign transaction fees
No foreign transaction fees on international purchases — saves the typical 3% FX markup other cards charge.
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Hidden gem
Trip Interruption Protection (Visa Signature)
Reimbursement for non-refundable trip costs if your trip is interrupted for covered reasons. Listed on the official Robinhood Card page; other Visa Signature benefits exist via Visa benefits terms.
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Hidden gem
Up to 5x points on Robinhood Travel Portal
Up to 5x points on select bookings when paying with the Gold Card through the Robinhood Credit Travel Portal — effectively up to 5% back on travel.
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Hidden gem
Virtual cards for private spending
Generate virtual card numbers for online purchases without exposing your real card number. Useful for one-time subscriptions, untrusted merchants, and protecting against breaches.
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No annual fee (with Robinhood Gold)
Card has no annual fee. Only ongoing cost is the Robinhood Gold subscription ($50/yr). Note: no 30-day Gold free trial is available if you're applying for the Card.
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Spending controls + instant card locking
Set spending limits per cardholder and instantly lock the card from the app. Standard among modern fintech cards but absent on most traditional cards.
DoorDash DashPass
Standard
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Hidden gem
1 year free for Chase co-brand cards
Marriott Bonvoy, World of Hyatt, British Airways, Aer Lingus, Iberia cardholders get 12 months free.
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5% credit back on pickup
5% pickup credit on eligible orders.
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6 months free for Chase Freedom/Slate
Six months DashPass + a $10 quarterly non-restaurant credit when activated.
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Free for Chase Sapphire Preferred
Complimentary DashPass through Dec 31, 2027 + 1 monthly $10 non-restaurant credit.
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Free for Chase Sapphire Reserve
Complimentary DashPass through Dec 31, 2027 + 2 monthly $10 non-restaurant credits + $5 monthly restaurant credit.
~$25/month in stackable credits
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Includes Caviar
Same membership covers both DoorDash and Caviar with the same login.
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Members-only promos
Exclusive deals and discounts only DashPass members see.
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Reduced service fees
Lower service fees on all eligible orders.
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$0 delivery on $12+ restaurant orders
No delivery fee on eligible restaurant orders $12+.
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$0 delivery on $25+ grocery orders
No delivery fee on eligible grocery and convenience orders $25+.
Instacart+
Standard
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3 months free with Mastercard
Eligible Mastercard credit/debit cards get 3 months free + $10 off second order each month through Jan 31, 2027.
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5% credit back on pickup orders
5% credit back on eligible pickup orders.
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Family Account sharing
Add another household member with their own login who inherits your $0 delivery and reduced fees.
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Free with select Chase business cards
Many Chase Ink/co-branded cards include 3 months free + up to $20/month in Instacart credits.
$240/yr in unused credits is common
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Lower service fees
Reduced service fee on every order, not just delivery.
Compounds the savings — most people miss this
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Multi-store ordering
Order from multiple stores in one trip without extra delivery fees.
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NYT Cooking included (annual)
Free New York Times Cooking subscription — $50/yr value — for annual members.
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Peacock Premium included (annual)
Free Peacock Premium subscription — ~$80/yr value — for annual Instacart+ members.
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$0 delivery on $10+ orders
Free delivery on grocery/retail orders $10+, Costco $35+, restaurants $25+.
YNAB
Standard
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Family sharing for up to 6 people
A single YNAB subscription covers up to 6 people who each get their own login but contribute to the same shared budget. No extra fee per additional user. Massive value for households — effectively reduces per-person cost to ~$1.50/mo on the monthly plan or ~$18/yr on the annual plan.
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Free 365-day subscription for college students
Free 365-day YNAB subscription for college students with proof of enrollment. Works for grad school, undergrads, and adult learners returning to college — no age limit, any accredited college.
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Free workshops + YNAB Method education
Access to free YNAB workshops and full guidance on the YNAB Method (the budgeting framework). Worth attending — the method matters as much as the app.
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34-day free trial (no credit card)
34-day free trial with no credit card required at signup directly through YNAB.
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Annual plan saves $70 vs monthly
Annual subscription is $109 vs $14.99/mo monthly billing — saves approximately $70/yr or 39% vs paying monthly.
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Certified coaching available
Access to certified YNAB coaches for 1-on-1 support. Note: separate cost may apply for individual coaching sessions — the subscription provides access, not necessarily included sessions.
May involve separate per-session pricing; verify on YNAB site before referring readers.
Keep planting
- Subscription Audit — Run your subs through this and see which ones are quietly costing you for nothing.
- Flip Calculator — Turn the things you already own into cash to fund the subscriptions that actually earn their keep.
- Subscription Graveyard — When you decide to cancel, log every win here and watch your graveyard grow.
