๐Ÿ’ฐ Balance Transfer Cards

Best Balance Transfer Credit Cards of 2025

Stop paying 20%+ interest on existing debt. These cards offer 0% APR for up to 21 months, giving you time to pay down balances interest-free.

ยท Updated March 2025

๐Ÿ’ก How to pick the right cash back card
The Citi Diamond Preferred offers 21 months at 0% APR. On a $5,000 balance that saves over $2,000 in interest vs keeping it on a 22% APR card.
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How We Rank Balance Transfer Cards

Our methodology looks beyond the headline rate to find the cards that actually deliver the most value over time.

1

Effective Rewards Rate

We calculate your likely annual earnings based on average US household spending patterns across all categories.

2

Net Annual Value

Annual rewards minus the annual fee. A card charging $95 must earn at least $95 more than a free alternative to be worth it.

3

Redemption Flexibility

We favor cards that let you redeem easily โ€” statement credits, bank deposits, or checks โ€” without points expiring or complex portals.

4

Issuer Reliability

We consider whether the issuer has a history of cutting rewards, devaluing points, or adding unexpected fees.