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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
Becky Wilding

Best credit cards for earning points rewards and cashback in 2025

If you pay off your balance in full every month, a credit card can be an easy way to manage your outgoings, with little or no cost involved. Better yet, some allow you to earn as you spend, by collecting points, cashback or airmiles.

However, some offers are little more than clever marketing. With certain cards, you could pay more in monthly fees than you’ll earn in points or cashback.

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