We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our site. By continuing you agree to our use of cookies as described in our Privacy Policy.
3 premium Indian credit cards, side by side. Winner in each row is highlighted in yellow.

American Express · American Express
Lifetime free. 10X on Amazon/Flipkart (cap); 5X on others — Best for online-shopping · lifetime-free.
Annual fee
Lifetime free

Visa · Axis Bank
Lifetime free. 2X edge miles on ₹20K monthly — Best for miles · rewards.
Annual fee
Lifetime free

Mastercard · IndusInd Bank
5X rewards on dining — Best for dining.
Annual fee
₹750
American Express
Annual Fee
Lifetime Free
Reward Rate
10X on Amazon/Flipkart (cap); 5X on others
Welcome Benefit
—
Axis Bank
Annual Fee
Lifetime Free
Reward Rate
2X edge miles on ₹20K monthly
Welcome Benefit
—
IndusInd Bank
Annual Fee
₹750
Reward Rate
5X rewards on dining
Welcome Benefit
—
Side by side
Every fee, reward and benefit in one place — the winning card in each row is marked with a check.
CategoryFeature | Amex SmartEarn Credit CardAmerican Express · American Express | Axis Select Credit CardVisa · Axis Bank | IndusInd Bank EazyDiner Credit CardMastercard · IndusInd Bank |
|---|---|---|---|
Card image | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() |
Provider | American Express | Axis Bank | IndusInd Bank |
Card | |||
Annual fee | Lifetime Free | Lifetime Free | ₹750 |
Joining fee | ₹0 | ₹0 | ₹750 |
Reward rate | 10X on Amazon/Flipkart (cap); 5X on others | 2X edge miles on ₹20K monthlyBest | 5X rewards on dining |
Welcome benefit | — | — | — |
Lifetime free | Yes | Yes | No |
Network | American Express | Visa | Mastercard |
Best for | online-shopping, lifetime-free | miles, rewards | dining |
Apply |
American Express
Lifetime free. 10X on Amazon/Flipkart (cap); 5X on others — Best for online-shopping · lifetime-free.
Axis Bank
Lifetime free. 2X edge miles on ₹20K monthly — Best for miles · rewards.
IndusInd Bank
5X rewards on dining — Best for dining.
Related Guides
In-depth guides on rewards, lounge access, forex and more.
Related Comparisons
Compare any two cards side-by-side across 140+ issuers.