Iconia Amex Credit Card vs Paytm HDFC Bank Credit Card
Joining Fees
₹3,500
₹500
Editor's Rating
3.9
3.75
Key Features
- Book movie tickets with Bookmyshow and Sathyam
- Indulge in golf sessions at the most stunning and luxurious golf clubs across India
- Enjoy access to 600+ lounges across the globe with a complimentary Priority Pass and also avail of numerous other travel offers.
- Travel Insurance Cover
- Air accident cover
- As a Milestone Benefit, avail up to Rs. 1200 cashback annually - 1% Cashback upon spending Rs.10,000 every month (Non-EMI, Non-Wallet and Non-Rental Spends)
- The First Year Fee will get waived upon spending Rs. 30,000 (Non-EMI spends) within the first 90 days. The Renewal Year Fee will get waived upon spending Rs. 50,000 (Non-EMI spends) in the 12 months period. Monthly fee will get waived off on retail spends of Rs. 5000 in a month (Non-EMI spends)
- Avail 3% Cashback on purchases on Paytm [Recharge + Utility + Movies + Mini App]
- Avail 2% Cashback on all other Select Paytm Spends
- Avail 1% Cashback on all other Retail Spends
- Enjoy up to 50 days of interest-free period
- Avail up to 4 complimentary add-on cards
- Zero Lost card liability
- Get 1% fuel surcharge waiver at fuel stations in India on transactions between Rs. 400 and Rs. Rs. 5,000
- Enjoy up to 20% discount on partnered restaurants via Dineout
Editor's Review
Pros
- American Express Lounge Access
- Enjoy a waiver* of 1% on fuel surcharge at any fuel station across India.
- ‘Total Protect’ is a first-of-its-kind program that covers you for a sum up to the credit limit on credit card and is also available on add-on cards.
Cons
- One-time joining fee: Rs. 10,000
Pros
- The card is most useful for those who use Paytm daily users of Paytm
- Decent cashback and offers on spends made with Paytm
- Enjoy up to 20% discount on partnered restaurants via Dineout
Cons
- No airport lounge access
- No rewards as such
- The cashback obtained on transactions other than the eligible category is relatively low at 1%
