I’ve long loved my American Express Gold Card. It’s packed with great points-earning potential and includes some statement credits that drastically help offset its annual fee.

But now is an especially opportune time to pick up the card. Let’s check out the card.

We’re frequently asked, “Which card is better? The Chase Freedom Flex or the Chase Freedom Unlimited? Which one do you think I should get?”

As with most advice we dispense on this blog, the answers to such questions vary from person to person. Not everyone’s budget, travel goals, and spending habits are the same. (Not to mention, 5/24 status plays a big factor when deciding which credit cards to get.)

Also, there’s no law — as far as I know — stating you can’t carry both. So it doesn’t necessarily have to be an either/or situation. But when 5/24 comes into play, you might have to decide which card is better for you.

The cards overlap in many areas. Neither has an annual fee. Both have several of the same bonus categories. Their welcome bonuses are the same.

But there are three significant differences between the two.

Below is a table comparing and contrasting the two cards. Their differences are highlighted in red. And we’ll discuss each in a couple of minutes.

Never did I think I’d put the Amex Platinum Card at the top of my “Best Grocery Store Credit Cards” list.

Alas, the AmPlat makes its debut here this month. So it’s time to update our always controversial Best Grocery Store Credit Card list!

Here’s what we think are your best options for December.