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UOB Absolute Cashback Card vs American Express True Cashback Card

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CardUOB Absolute Cashback CardCashback EasyAmerican Express True Cashback CardCashback Easy
Earning
Best rate2% Best1.5%
Where the best rate appliesContactless with the physical card (promotion to 31 Jan 2027)All spend
Everything else, in S$1.7% Best1.5%
Foreign currency1.7% Best1.5%
Bonus capNo capNo cap
Minimum spendNoneNone
Costs
Annual feeS$196.20, 1st year freeS$174.40, 1st year free Best
Overseas fee3.25%3.25%
Minimum incomeS$30,000see terms
Rewards
Points expiryUnused cashback is forfeited if the card is terminated.No expiry is stated
Sources
Checked8 Oct 20268 Oct 2026
DocumentsTerms and Conditions Governing UOB Absolute Cashback Card (updated 4 Aug 2026, ver 3.0)
UOB Absolute Cashback Card product page
American Express True Cashback Card product page
True Cashback Card Member Agreement and Benefits T&Cs (form SG720926E 12/20, © 2026 copy)

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