RateBuddy Verdict
The Good
- Higher everyday cash back: Earn 2% unlimited cash back on key daily spending categories such as groceries, transportation, food, and drinks.
- No foreign transaction fees: A useful feature for travel, cross-border shopping, and online purchases in foreign currencies.
- Strong interest feature: Eligible balances can earn a higher interest rate than lower-tier KOHO plans, making the account useful for both spending and saving.
- Easy reward access: Cash back can be redeemed directly into your KOHO account without complicated points programs.
- Good all-in-one money app: Combines spending, saving, rewards, budgeting tools, virtual card access, and other KOHO features in one digital account. Cons
The Trade-offs
- Higher plan cost: KOHO Everything has the highest plan fee among KOHO’s main account options, so users should make sure they will use enough features to justify the cost.
- Still a prepaid Mastercard: It does not operate like a traditional credit card, so regular card spending does not automatically build credit by itself.
- Limited premium travel perks: Users looking for full travel insurance, airport lounge access, or premium credit card benefits may find it less comprehensive than premium credit cards.
- Rewards depend on spending habits: The best cash back value comes from eligible everyday categories, so users with different spending patterns may get less benefit.
- Best for active KOHO users: The plan makes the most sense for people who plan to use KOHO regularly for spending, saving, cash back, and app-based money management.
Rewards & Earnings
Groceries
2%
Dining
2%
Gas
2%
Travel
2%
Base Rate
2%
Rewards Summary:
Earn 2% cash back on groceries, eating & drinking, and transportation; 0.5% cash back on all other purchases.
Welcome Bonus Details
No welcome bonus details are currently listed for this card.
Features & Benefits
Good for building or rebuilding credit
Earn cash back on every purchase
High savings interest
Insurance Coverage
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Rates, Fees & Eligibility
| Purchase APR | 0% |
|---|---|
| Cash Advance APR | — |
| Annual Fee | $177 |
| Foreign Transaction Fee | 0% |
| Income Required | No specific requirement listed. |
| Recommended Credit Score | Poor |
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