Spark 1.5% Cash Select
The Spark 1.5% Cash Select from Capital One earns up to 1.5% effective value on dining in Madeen's catalog snapshot. It has no annual fee. New applicants may see: Earn a one-time $750 cash bonus once you spend $6,000 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening.. Madeen compares this card against the cards you already carry — no bank login required.
- Top category
- Dining
- Effective value
- 1.5%
- Annual fee
- $0
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What does the Spark 1.5% Cash Select earn in each category?
Dining is the strongest category at 1.5% effective value (1.5% back). That dining rate ranks higher than about 35% of the 2,850 cards we track in that category. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
Dining is the strongest category at 1.5% effective value (1.5% back). That dining rate ranks higher than about 35% of the 2,850 cards we track in that category.
| Category | Earn rate | Effective value |
|---|---|---|
| Dining Restaurants, cafes, takeout | 1.5% back | 1.5% Top category |
| Grocery Supermarkets and grocery stores | 1.5% back | 1.5% |
| Gas Gas stations and fuel | 1.5% back | 1.5% |
| Travel Flights, hotels, transit | 1.5% back | 1.5% |
| Other General everyday spend | 1.5% back | 1.5% |
Madeen values cash back at about 1 cents each. Madeen compares every card using this cash-equivalent estimate while still showing the raw earn rate for context.
Who should get the Spark 1.5% Cash Select?
The Spark 1.5% Cash Select fits spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 1.5% back. Best for spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 1.5% back. The welcome bonus can help if you can meet the spend requirement.
Spark 1.5% Cash Select fits spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 1.5% back. Madeen ranks its dining effective rate higher than about 35% of the catalog in that category. Compare it against cards you already carry with Madeen — no bank login required.
Best for spenders who put meaningful volume in dining and can earn 1.5% back. The welcome bonus can help if you can meet the spend requirement.
Mostly a flat base earn card without strong category bonuses.
Worth a look for dining spend if you need a business card and can use cash back the way you redeem today. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
Pros
- Strongest Madeen category is dining at about 1.5% effective (1.5% back).
- No annual fee in our catalog snapshot.
- No foreign transaction fee listed.
- Welcome bonus may add value if you can meet spend requirements.
Cons
- Business card — rewards and liability rules differ from consumer cards.
What is the Spark 1.5% Cash Select welcome bonus?
In Madeen's catalog snapshot, the Spark 1.5% Cash Select welcome offer is Earn a one-time $750 cash bonus once you spend $6,000 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening.. Minimum spend, eligibility, and offer windows are set by the issuer and can change — confirm on the issuer application page before applying.
- Offer
- $750
- Terms (catalog snapshot)
- Earn a one-time $750 cash bonus once you spend $6,000 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening.
- Minimum spend
- $6,000
- Window
- 3Months
Does the Spark 1.5% Cash Select have an annual fee?
The Spark 1.5% Cash Select has an annual fee of $0 and a foreign transaction fee of None. Issuer pages control fees and offers; Madeen labels this as catalog analysis, not issuer-confirmed terms. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
- Annual fee
- $0
- Foreign transaction fee
- None
What benefits come with the Spark 1.5% Cash Select?
The Spark 1.5% Cash Select includes Car Rental Insurance, Extended Warranty, Global emergency services in our snapshot. Perks and benefits can change; verify coverage on the issuer site before you rely on them. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
Extended Warranty
$25/yrGet free additional warranty and protection on eligible items that you purchase with your card.
Roadside Assistance
$25/yrOur business credit cards offer services to help you during auto-related emergencies, such as jump-starting, tire changing and towing.
Car Rental Insurance
$10/yrReimbursement for covered physical damage and/or theft of a rental vehicle with primary protection: 1-800-MASTERCARD.
Global emergency services
$10/yrCall 1-800-MASTERCARD (1-800-627-8372) for 24/7 assistance to report a lost or stolen card.
HealthLock
$10/yrEnroll in HealthLock for Mastercard Medical Claim Monitor complimentary membership plus a 90-day upgrade to all HealthLock services at no monthly cost.
Instacart Business
$10/yrFuel your business with same-day delivery of snacks, supplies and more. Enjoy $0 delivery fees* with three free months of Instacart+ and $20 off your second order each month. Offer expires on 1/31/2027.
Intuit® QuickBooks® Online and QuickBooks Online Payroll
$10/yrSave 30% on QuickBooks Online, QuickBooks Solopreneur or QuickBooks Online Payroll for 12 months.
Intuit® TurboTax®
$10/yrSave 20% on the TurboTax solution that best fits your small business needs and can help get your best possible tax outcome.
Luminary
$10/yrSave 30% on an annual or monthly Luminary membership to access Luminary’s global professional education and networking platform. Offer expires on 11/30/2027.
Mastercard Golf
$10/yrImpress clients and employees alike with exclusive PGA TOUR® experiences and access to other amazing golf benefits.
Mastercard ID Theft Protection
$10/yrMonitor your credit file for fraud, get alerts for suspicious activity and access a resolution specialist.
Mastercard Transit Benefit
$10/yrSave when you tap and go with your eligible Mastercard and receive a $2.50 statement credit when you spend $10 or more each month at participating transit systems.
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Common questions about the Spark 1.5% Cash Select
Does the Spark 1.5% Cash Select have an annual fee?
The Spark 1.5% Cash Select carries an annual fee of $0 in Madeen's catalog snapshot. Issuer terms can change, so confirm the current fee on the issuer's site before you apply. Madeen does not predict approval or prequalification. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
What category earns the most with the Spark 1.5% Cash Select?
Dining is the strongest Madeen category for the Spark 1.5% Cash Select at about 1.5% effective value, based on our catalog snapshot and standard point valuations. Other categories are listed in the effective-rate table on this page. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
Does the Spark 1.5% Cash Select charge foreign transaction fees?
The Spark 1.5% Cash Select does not charge a foreign transaction fee in Madeen's catalog snapshot, which can make it stronger for purchases outside the U.S. Issuer terms still control international acceptance and other fees. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
What is the Spark 1.5% Cash Select welcome bonus?
The Spark 1.5% Cash Select welcome offer in our snapshot: Earn a one-time $750 cash bonus once you spend $6,000 on purchases within the first 3 months from account opening.. Minimum spend, eligibility, and offer windows are set by the issuer and can change.
What credit score do you need for the Spark 1.5% Cash Select?
Madeen's catalog lists a typical credit range of Excellent for the Spark 1.5% Cash Select. Issuers decide approval using their own criteria; Madeen does not predict approval odds or prequalification. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
How do you redeem rewards on the Spark 1.5% Cash Select?
Rewards on the Spark 1.5% Cash Select post as cash back. Redemption value depends on how you use cash back (statement credit, travel, transfers, or issuer portals). Madeen shows effective cash-equivalent rates using standard valuations. Madeen summarizes catalog reward rules for comparison only; issuer pages control current fees, caps, exclusions, and eligibility.
How does the Spark 1.5% Cash Select compare to similar cards?
Compare the Spark 1.5% Cash Select against Pottery Barn Key Rewards Visa (4% on Dining, $0 fee); SavorOne Dining Rewards (4% on Dining, $95 fee); The Key Rewards Visa (4% on Dining, $0 fee). Madeen ranks effective value by category and annual fee using the same catalog snapshot dated 2026-05-01.
| Card | Top category | Effective value | Annual fee |
|---|---|---|---|
Spark 1.5% Cash Select This card | Dining | 1.5% | $0 |
Capital One | Dining | 4% | $0 |
Capital One | Dining | 4% | $95 |
Capital One | Dining | 4% | $0 |
Capital One | Dining | 4% | $0 |
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