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Discover it® Cash Back

Spenders willing to track rotating categories who want an unmatched first-year rewards match.

Official Financial Terms & Fees

Annual Fee$0
Base Earning Rate1% cash back on all standard purchases
Welcome Bonus OfferDiscover will automatically match all the cash back you've earned at the end of your first year.
Regular APR17.74% - 27.74% Variable APR
0% Intro APR Window
Purchases: 0% intro APR for 15 months
Balance Transfers: 0% intro APR for 15 months
Foreign Transaction FeeNone (0%)
Recommended Credit ScoreGood to Excellent (670-850)
Official Bank DisclosureOfficial Discover Website ↗

✓ Reasons to Choose Discover it® Cash Back

  • ✓ 5% cash back on everyday purchases at different places each quarter (up to $1,500 in quarterly purchases with activation)
  • ✓ Unlimited Cashback Match at the end of your first year — turns 5% into 10% and 1% into 2%
  • ✓ No annual fee and zero foreign transaction fees
  • ✓ No penalty APR and your first late payment fee is automatically waived

✕ Drawbacks to Keep in Mind

  • ✕ Requires manual activation of 5% categories every calendar quarter
  • ✕ Discover acceptance is lower internationally than Visa and Mastercard