TD Aeroplan® Visa Infinite* Card vs The Platinum Card®
Which one is better? Both cards worked out on the same spending: rewards, welcome bonus, fees and perks, line by line.
Welcome bonus
Each offer as the issuer words it. The numbers below show whether your spending reaches it.
The offer
The offer
Up to $1,550 in value† including up to 50,000 Aeroplan points† could be yours. Plus, receive an Annual Fee rebate for the first year† and additional travel benefits. Conditions Apply.
- Earn a welcome bonus of 10,000 Aeroplan points when you make your first Purchase with your new Card†.
- Earn 15,000 Aeroplan points when you spend $3,000 within 90 days of Account opening†.
- Plus, earn a one-time anniversary bonus of 25,000 Aeroplan points when you spend $12,000 within 12 months of Account opening†.
- Apply for the NEXUS program and once every 48 months get an application fee rebate (up to $100 CAD per eligible cardholder).†
- Share free first checked bags for you and up to 8 travel companions†
- Get an Annual Fee rebate for the first year†.
To receive the first-year Annual Fee rebate, you must activate your Card and make your first Purchase on the Account within the first 3 months after Account opening. To receive the first Additional Cardholder first-year Annual Fee rebate, you must add your first Additional Cardholder while this offer is in effect.
Offer may be changed, withdrawn or extended at any time and cannot be combined with any other offer unless otherwise indicated.
- Earn up to 100,000 Membership Rewards® points - that’s up to $1,000 towards a weekend away
- New Platinum® Cardmembers, earn 70,000 Welcome Bonus points after you charge $10,000 in net purchases to your Card in your first 3 months of Cardmembership
- Plus, earn 30,000 points when you make a purchase between 15 and 17 months of Cardmembership
What each card is worth
Rewards, the welcome bonus and any Finly rebate in, the annual fee and FX fees out, all on your spending.
Worked out on a typical $2,000 a month of spending. Enter yours to see your own numbers.
$1,444
First-year value
-$126
$355
Every year after
-$276
TD Aeroplan Visa Infinite is worth $1,570 more to you in year one.
It stays ahead after that, by $631 a year.
How the first year adds up
Annual rewards
$494.3
26,016 points a year
Welcome bonus
+ $950
first year only
Annual fee
$139− $0
$139 from year two
First-year value
$1,444.3
Annual rewards
$523.26
27,540 points a year
Welcome bonus
+ $0
not reached at this spending
Annual fee
− $799
Finly rebate
paid by FinlyWealth
First-year value
-$125.74
Where each card earns
A year of your spending at each card's own reward rates, most first.
1.5xGroceries, Gas and Air Canada
8,172 pts
$155.27
1xAll other purchases
17,844 pts
$339.04
2xFood and drinks
8,400 pts
$159.6
2xTravel
2,400 pts
$45.6
1xAll other purchases
16,740 pts
$318.06
Fees, rates and eligibility
What each card costs to hold and to use abroad, and who it's for.
Annual fee
Additional cards
Interest rates
Interest rates
Purchase:
21.99%
Cash Advance:
22.99%
Purchase:
21.99% - 30%2
Cash Advance:
N/A2
2 This Charge Card requires full payment of the Due in Full balance each month, with a 30% interest rate on late payments. The Flexible Payment Option balance has a 21.99% interest rate, which increases to 25.99% after two missed payments and 29.99% after three or more within 12 months. A 21-day interest-free grace period applies to new transactions if the full balance is paid by the due date.
Recommended credit score
Recommended credit score
Income required
Income required
Min Personal Income:
$60,000
Min Household Income:
$100,000
Min Personal Income:
N/A
Min Household Income:
N/A
How each card earns
The earn rates and caps, as each issuer sets them.
- Earn 1.5 points† for every $1 spent on eligible gas, electric vehicle charging, grocery and direct through Air Canada® purchases (including Air Canada Vacations®) made with your Card.
- Earn 1 point† for every $1 spent on all other Purchases made with your Card
- Earn points twice when you pay with your Card and provide your Aeroplan number at over 150 Aeroplan partner brands and at 200+ online retailers via the Aeroplan eStore (www.aeroplan.com/estore).
- Your Aeroplan Points do not expire as long as you are a TD® Aeroplan® Visa Infinite* Cardholder in good standing.
- Earn more at Starbucks: Link your eligible Card to earn more Starbucks Stars at participating Starbucks stores. Conditions apply.
- 2x points per $1 spent on eligible dining & food delivery purchases (restaurant, fast food, coffee shop, food delivery)
- 2x points per $1 spent on eligible travel purchases (flights, hotels, tours and more)
- 1x point per $1 spent for all other purchases
Points and how we value them
Points become dollars at each card's best redemption. Here's the value we used, and every other way to spend them.
Loyalty program
Loyalty program
We count each point at 1.9¢ a point, what it's worth redeemed for Flights, its best value. Every dollar figure above uses that value.
We count each point at 1.9¢ a point, what it's worth redeemed for Transfer to Airline Partners, its best value. Every dollar figure above uses that value.
Point redemption options
Point redemption options
Merchandise
0.75¢ / point
Gift Cards
0.72¢ / pointMost Optimal
Flights
1.9¢ / point
Car Rentals
0.9¢ / point
Travel
0.825¢ / point
Gift Cards
0.91¢ / pointMerchandise
0.63¢ / pointMost Optimal
Transfer to Airline Partners
1.9¢ / pointFixed Point Travel Program
1.16¢ / point
Transfer to Hotel Partners
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Flexible Points Travel Program
1¢ / point
Statement Credits (Cash)
1¢ / point
Amazon.ca
0.7¢ / point
Insurance and perks
What both cards include comes first in each list.
Insurance
Insurance
Lost or Stolen Baggage†
$1,000
Baggage Delay†
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Car Rental Damage & Theft†
yes
Common Carrier Travel Accident Insurance†
$500,000
Extended Warranty†
1 year
Purchase Protection†
90 days
Hotel Burglary Insurance†
$2,500
Travel Medical Insurance (64 & under)†
21 days
Trip Cancellation†
$1,500
Trip Interruption†
$5,000Flight Delay†
$500
Mobile Device Insurance†
$1,000Travel Medical Insurance (65 to 75)†
4 days
Lost or Stolen Baggage
$1,000Baggage Delay
$1,000Car Rental Damage & Theft
YesCommon Carrier Travel Accident Insurance
$500,000Extended Warranty
1 yearPurchase Protection
120 daysHotel Burglary Insurance
$1000Travel Medical Insurance (64 & under)
15 daysTrip Cancellation
$2,500Trip Interruption
$2,500Flight Delay
$1,000
Perks
Perks
Trip and legal Assistance†
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Concierge Services†
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Status lift†
Reach Aeroplan Elite™ Status sooner by earning 1,000 Status Qualifying Miles and one (1) Status Qualifying Segment for every $10,000 of net purchases
Extra points†
Link your eligible Card to earn more Starbucks Stars at participating Starbucks stores. Conditions apply.Extra points†
Earn points twice at over 150 Aeroplan partner brands and over 200 online retailers through the Aeroplan eStore
Nexus Program Rebate†
$100 every 4 yearsCar Rental Discount†
10% off base rate of Avis Rent A Car and Budget Rent A Car
Visa Infinite Exclusive Benefits†
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Free first checked bag†
First checked bag is free for primary cardholder on Aircanada flights and up to 8 guests
Golf Benefit†
Troon Rewards Golf benefits like discounts at over 95 resorts and courses around the world plus access to select private clubs across the U.S
Trip and legal Assistance
Concierge Services
Status lift
Upgrade to Hilton Honors Gold StatusStatus lift
Upgrade to Marriott BonvoyTM Gold Elite statusExtra points
Earn 2 points on Amex Travel Online purchases and extra points on American Express offersNexus Program Rebate
$100 statement credit every 4 years
American Express® Experiences
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Travel Credit
$200
Dining Credit
$200 at Select Restaurants
Airport Lounge - American Express Global Lounge
Take full advantage of The American Express Global Lounge CollectionTM which unlocks access to over 1,400 airport lounges worldwide. This includes The Centurion® Lounge network, Plaza Premium Lounges, and hundreds of other domestic and international lounges designed to enhance your travel experience. Terms and Conditions applyComplimentary Hotel Benefits
Enjoy complimentary benefits that offer an average value of $550 USD at over 1,600 extraordinary properties worldwide when you book Fine Hotels + Resorts
Priority Travel
At Toronto Pearson Airport get Priority Security lane, Complimentary valet and 15% discount at the Express Park and daily park
Our take
Why we like it
Why we like it
The TD® Aeroplan® Visa Infinite Card* is an excellent choice for frequent Air Canada travelers looking to maximize their rewards with Aeroplan points. With perks like free checked bags, Preferred Pricing, and a first-year fee rebate, it’s ideal for users who value Air Canada-specific benefits. However, the card’s high income requirement and limited non-Air Canada redemption options may not appeal to everyone.
If you're a frequent traveler, the Platinum card is an excellent choice. It's highly recommended for its extensive travel benefits, including unlimited lounge access for you and a guest at the American Express Lounge collection, making it the best card for lounge access in Canada. The card also offers unique perks not commonly found with other Canadian cards, such as status upgrades at Marriott Bonvoy and Hilton, dining and travel credits, concierge service, airport benefits, Nexus application reimbursement, and more. These benefits can more than offset the annual fee. However, if you don't travel often or are mainly looking for a card that maximizes rewards, this card may not be the best option for you.
Pros
Pros
- Decent rewards
- First-year fee rebate
- Comprehensive insurance
- Impressive travel perks
- Most premium perks
- Dining and travel credits
- Unlimited airport lounge access
- Multiple redemption options
- Comprehensive coverage
- Luxurious metal card
- Instant decision. No credit impact.
Cons
Cons
- Relatively lower reward rates
- Limited airline loyalty
- Annual fee
- Income requirements
- High annual fee
- Limited acceptance
- Benefit limitations
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This Charge Card requires full payment of the Due in Full balance each month, with a 30% interest rate on late payments. The Flexible Payment Option balance has a 21.99% interest rate, which increases to 25.99% after two missed payments and 29.99% after three or more within 12 months. A 21-day interest-free grace period applies to new transactions if the full balance is paid by the due date.
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