Why consider it: For spending that fits Discover’s rotating quarterly cash-back categories. No annual fee.
Trade-off: Activation is required and the bonus is capped; purchases outside the categories earn the base rate.
- Annual fee
- $0
- Our valuationMilesopedia first-year estimate First-year valueWelcome bonus$200Total$200Rewards on your spending are not included. The calculator that adds them from your own profile is on the card's page.
- $200
- Welcome offerEarn a $200 statement credit after $500 in purchases in the first 3 months by applying through the verified Discover offer page. The credit is applied within two billing cycles after qualification. Existing or former cardholders may be ineligible if they received a new-cardmember bonus for this product in the past 48 months. This $200 statement credit is excluded from Cashback Match. For new cardholders, Discover matches eligible rewards earned from account approval through the first 365 days. The match is added within two billing periods. There is no minimum spending or match cap. Statement credits, rewards posted after the match period, deposit-account rewards transfers, and closed accounts are excluded. The match depends on rewards actually earned; it is not a fixed cash bonus.
- $200
on Discover's website
- Features
- Issuer
- Discover
- Network
- Discover
- Program
- Cash Back
- Fees and terms
- Annual Fee
- $0
- Min. annual income
- —
- Interest rates
- Purchases
- 18.74 %
Issuer terms
- Earn a $200 statement credit after $500 in purchases in the first 3 months by applying through the verified Discover offer page. The credit is applied within two billing cycles after qualification. Existing or former cardholders may be ineligible if they received a new-cardmember bonus for this product in the past 48 months. This $200 statement credit is excluded from Cashback Match. For new cardholders, Discover matches eligible rewards earned from account approval through the first 365 days. The match is added within two billing periods. There is no minimum spending or match cap. Statement credits, rewards posted after the match period, deposit-account rewards transfers, and closed accounts are excluded. The match depends on rewards actually earned; it is not a fixed cash bonus.
- Earn 5% cash back on everyday purchases at different places you shop each quarter like grocery stores, restaurants, gas stations, and more, up to the quarterly maximum when you activate. Plus, earn unlimited 1% cash back on all other purchases.
- Redeem your rewards for cash at any time.
- Apply and you could get a decision in as little as 60 seconds. No annual fee.
- Start shopping and earning rewards in minutes with your digital card, before your physical card arrives in the mail, if eligible.
- 0% introductory APR on purchases for 15 months, then a variable purchase APR of 18.74%–28.74%. Balance transfer terms and fees must be checked separately.
- Terms and conditions apply.
Pros
- No annual fee
- Welcome bonus of $200
Cons
- Fewer premium perks
Maximize Every Purchase with the Discover it® Cash Back Credit Card
- 5% cash back in rotating categories each quarter (up to $1,500 in combined purchases; activation required)
- 1% unlimited cash back on all other purchases
- $200 statement credit + Cashback Match™ — Earn a $200 statement credit after $500 in purchases in the first 3 months by applying through the verified Discover offer page. The credit is applied within two billing cycles after qualification. Existing or former cardholders may be ineligible if they received a new-cardmember bonus for this product in the past 48 months. This $200 statement credit is excluded from Cashback Match. For new cardholders, Discover matches eligible rewards earned from account approval through the first 365 days. The match is added within two billing periods. There is no minimum spending or match cap. Statement credits, rewards posted after the match period, deposit-account rewards transfers, and closed accounts are excluded. The match depends on rewards actually earned; it is not a fixed cash bonus.
- 0% intro APR for 15 months on purchases and balance transfers
- No annual fee and no foreign transaction fees
- Free FICO® Score and flexible redemption options
This card rewards savvy spenders who leverage rotating categories—from grocery stores and restaurants to gas stations and streaming services—while offering simple 1% back everywhere else. Activate each quarter to earn top-tier rates, then watch your rewards double at year’s end with the unmatched Cashback Match™. Plus, enjoy an extended 0% APR period to carry a balance interest-free and redeem your cash back as statement credits, direct deposits, or gift cards with no minimums.
Terms apply. Rotating category caps, balance transfer fees, and standard APRs apply. See full terms for details.










