American Express
American Express Review
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About American Express

  • Premium credit cards with Membership Rewards® points[2][3]
  • Up to 80,000 point Platinum welcome bonus (until 27 May 2025)[2][3]
  • Global travel perks: lounge access, hotel upgrades, travel insurance[3][6]
  • FCA regulated, Section 75 protection, strong security[4][8]
  • Top-rated mobile app and 24/7 customer service[4][8]
  • Sustainability and charity initiatives[8]
GoNoGo 100-Point Framework Breakdown
Regulatory Compliance
19/20
FCA-authorised, Section 75 protection, PCI DSS compliant[4][8].
Customer Satisfaction
16/25
Highly rated app, but some complaints about fees and service[4].
Product Value
16/20
Strong rewards, but high annual fees on premium cards[2][3].
Customer Support
13/15
24/7 support, but some users report slow or unhelpful responses[4].
Accessibility
9/10
App, web, phone support. No branches, but global reach[4].
Transparency
7/10
Clear terms, but some confusion over fees and offers[2][3].
Security
9/10
Biometric login, instant card freeze, strong fraud monitoring[4][8].
Reputation & Innovation
6/10
Prestige brand, regular card refreshes, but some negative press[4][9].

Key Features

  • Up to 80,000 points Platinum welcome bonus (until 27 May 2025)[2][3]
  • Airport lounge access (1,400+ lounges worldwide)[3][6]
  • Hotel status upgrades & Fine Hotels + Resorts perks[6]
  • Worldwide travel & purchase insurance for you and family[6][8]
  • Cashback and points on every spend[2][8]
  • Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay[4][8]
  • Points transfer to 20+ airline partners[2][5]
  • 24/7 customer support[4][8]

Fees & Charges

Service Fee
Platinum Card Annual Fee £650[3]
Gold Card Annual Fee £195 (first year free)[8]
Foreign Transaction Fee 2.99%[7]
Late Payment Fee £12[7]
Cash Advance 3% (min £3)[7]
Balance Transfer 3% (min £5)[7]

App Store Ratings

App Store iOS App Store
★★★★★
4.9/5 (120K+ reviews)
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Google Play Google Play Store
★★★★☆
4.6/5 (98K+ reviews)
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Awards & Recognition

  • Best Credit Card Provider, British Bank Awards 2024
  • Top Rated for Customer Service, Which? 2024
  • Global Finance Best Digital Bank 2023
  • 13 million new cardmembers in 2024[9]

Sustainability & Ethics

  • Paperless statements and digital-first approach[8]
  • Carbon offsetting for corporate travel[8]
  • Supports global charity initiatives[8]

Recent Customer Feedback

POSITIVE App Store, May 2025
"The Amex app is so easy to use and makes tracking rewards simple. Love the instant notifications and customer support."
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POSITIVE Trustpilot, May 2025
"Travel perks like lounge access and hotel upgrades are second to none. The Platinum Card is worth it for frequent travellers."
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NEUTRAL Google Play, May 2025
"Great rewards but not all shops accept Amex. App could use dark mode."
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NEGATIVE Reviews.io, 2024
"Customer service was slow to resolve my issue and I was charged a fee not clearly explained in the offer."
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