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Discover it Cash Back Review

Discover it Cash Back is perfect for those new to rewards cards. The first-year Cashback Match effectively doubles all rewards, and the 5% rotating categories offer best-in-class earning potential.

★ 4.4 out of 5Best for Beginners

Pros & Cons

Pros

First-year Cashback Match doubles all rewards
5% rotating categories (gas, groceries, Amazon, etc.)
No annual fee, no foreign transaction fee

Cons

5% categories require quarterly activation
Discover accepted less widely abroad

Our Take on Discover it Cash Back

Discover it Cash Back is perfect for those new to rewards cards. The first-year Cashback Match effectively doubles all rewards, and the 5% rotating categories offer best-in-class earning potential.

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Reviewed by

Sarah Mitchell

Senior Finance Editor

Sarah Mitchell is a certified financial planner with 12 years of experience covering personal finance, credit cards, and investment products. She has been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Bloomberg. Sarah holds a CFP designation and an MBA from Wharton. She tests every financial product she reviews and consults with independent financial advisors to ensure accuracy.

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