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Capital One

Spark 2% Cash

Cash BackBusinessExcellent CreditNo Foreign Transaction FeesHotelTravel

Key Features

Annual Fee$95.00
Regular APR
Purchase rate 24.49% variable APR.
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Best for those with
Good Credit

About this card

The Capital One Spark 2% Cash card is a solid choice for small businesses, meriting an overall rating of 3.5. Its primary strength lies in its straightforward and generous 2% cash back on all purchases, simplifying rewards earning. The sign-up bonus of $1,000 is also a significant draw. However, the $95 annual fee (after the first year) detracts from the value, and the high APR of 24.49% can be costly for those carrying balances. User reviews reveal concerns about account freezes and inflexible customer service. The card is best suited for businesses that prioritize simplicity and pay their balances in full each month. The strong rewards program and reputation are weighed down by the fee and APR, preventing a higher rating.

3.5
Overall Rating

Pros & Cons

What's great

  • Generous sign-up bonus
  • High rewards rate
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Cashback on purchases
  • Free employee cards

Things to consider

  • Annual fee
  • High regular APR
  • Requires excellent credit

What this card offers

Sign-up bonuses

  • Earn a $1,000 cash bonus when you spend $10,000 in the first 3 months.

Rewards

  • Earn unlimited 2% cash back for your business on every purchase, everywhere, no limits or category restrictions.
  • Earn Unlimited 5% cash back on hotels and rental cars booked through our travel booking site.

Other features

  • Business-Grade Capabilities
  • Empower your team to make purchases while earning rewards on their transactions, with free employee and virtual cards. Plus, pay your vendors with ease.
  • Automatic payments
  • Set up AutoPay so you don’t have to worry about signing into your account every month.
  • $0 fraud liability
  • If your card is lost or stolen, you can get an emergency replacement and a cash advance.
  • Year-end summaries
  • Get an itemized report of your spending to simplify budgeting and tax time.
  • Account managers
  • Assign an account manager to make purchases and payments, review transactions and resolve any problems.
  • Purchase records
  • Quickly and securely download your purchase records into multiple formats including Quicken, QuickBooks and Excel.
  • Virtual card numbers
  • Make safer payments online without exposing your actual card number with merchants.
  • Choose your due date
  • Pick your own monthly due date. Your business has the control to pay when you want.
  • Transaction details
  • Stay on top of your purchases. You can find merchant information like an address, logo, phone number and map, when available.
  • Recurring transactions
  • View a list of merchants that charge your business card monthly like subscriptions and bills.
  • Free employee cards
  • Track employee spending while earning all the rewards from their purchases.
  • Spend limits
  • Set customized spending limits for employee cards and see transactions as soon as they post.
  • No foreign transaction fees
  • Pay zero foreign transaction fees on purchases made outside of the United States.
  • Roadside assistance
  • Our business cards offer services to help you during auto-related emergencies, such as jump-starting, tire changing and towing.
  • Capital One Business Travel
  • Save time and money with complimentary access to an all-in-one business travel management solution. Explore Capital One Business Travel.
  • Account access
  • Manage your account online or use the mobile app to get account activity alerts, see payment options, download past account statements and more.
  • Security alerts
  • Get notified via text, email and phone if Capital One notices potential suspicious transactions on your account.
  • Fraud & security alerts
  • Receive an email or text message alert if we detect a potential mistake or suspicious charge on your account.
  • Card lock
  • Lock your card or an employee’s if it has been misplaced, lost or stolen.
  • Extended warranty
  • Get free additional warranty and protection on eligible items that you purchase with your card.
  • Customer support
  • Our Capital One Business representatives are specially trained to work with business owners and are available to answer any questions you may have.

Additional Notes

Credit Level: Excellent

Ratings

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4.1
3.5
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2.8