Side-by-side card comparison

Avici vs Coinbase One: where the score gap comes from

Avici Card has the higher Overall Score by 15 points (71 vs 56). The available use-case scores do not point to a clear winner, so compare the fees, control of funds, card access and availability that matter to you.

Information checked Sep 5, 202639 official sources reviewed

01 · Where the gap opens

Avici Card is the better all-round starting point

Avici Card has the higher Overall Score in this comparison. Coinbase One Card may still suit you better if its card format, way of holding funds or availability is the deciding factor. A score cannot tell you whether a provider will accept your application or whether every feature will be available where you live, so check the latest provider terms before signing up.

OverallAvici71Coinbase One56Higher score
CashbackAvici21Coinbase One40Compare the details below
TravelAvici82Coinbase One60Compare the details below
Funds controlAvici95Coinbase One36Compare the details below
Lowest feesAvici74Coinbase One58Compare the details below
TransfersAvici67Coinbase One24Compare the details below

Choose Avici Card if its day-to-day setup suits you

Avici Card does not lead one of the use-case scores here, but it can still be the right choice when its costs, rewards and day-to-day setup match how you plan to use it. Read the side-by-side details before deciding.

  • User-owned USDC collateral
  • Physical, virtual and phone-wallet use
  • Low provider fees

Choose Coinbase One Card if its day-to-day setup suits you

Coinbase One Card does not lead one of the use-case scores here, but it can still be the right choice when its costs, rewards and day-to-day setup match how you plan to use it. Read the side-by-side details before deciding.

  • 2% BTC on eligible purchases
  • No foreign transaction fee
  • Metal card and both phone wallets

What separates the two cards

The higher score is only the start. The rows below show which product differences create it.

Overall Score
Avici71
Coinbase One56

Avici Card has the higher Overall Score by 15 points.

Entry cost & FX
Avici$0 plan · 0–1% FX
Coinbase One$49.99/year plan · 0% foreign transaction fee; Amex conversion rates remain separate FX

Avici Card has the lower starting plan cost ($0 vs $49.99/year).

Purchase rewards
Avici0% cashback
Coinbase One2% base · up to 4%

Coinbase One Card has the higher published base cashback rate (2% vs 0%).

Funds control
AviciSelf-controlled wallet
Coinbase OneCustodial balance

Avici Card uses a self-controlled wallet setup, while Coinbase One Card uses a custodial balance setup. Neither approach is always better, so choose the level of control you are comfortable with.

Everyday access
AviciVirtual + Physical · Apple Pay, Google Pay
Coinbase OneVirtual + Physical · Apple Pay, Google Pay

Both cards list the same number of card formats and phone-wallet options.

Money movement
Avici1 stablecoin · Stablecoin transfers
Coinbase One0 stablecoins · Not modeled

Avici Card lists more stablecoins and ways to send money out (2 vs 0).

02 · Read the shortlist

Why one card starts ahead

These quick facts cover the costs, rewards and everyday features behind the early lead.

2 cards compared
Cashback
0%
Plan cost
$0
FX fee
0–1%
ATM fee
0–0.65%
Card formats
Virtual, Physical
Wallet payments
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Receive methods
1 crypto · 0 fiat
Payout methods
1 crypto · 0 fiat
Cashback
2%-4%
Plan cost
$49.99/year
FX fee
0% foreign transaction fee; Amex conversion rates remain separate
ATM fee
Cash advance: greater of $10 or 5%, plus variable interest from posting and possible ATM-operator fees
Card formats
Virtual, Physical
Wallet payments
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Receive methods
0 crypto · 0 fiat
Payout methods
0 crypto · 0 fiat

03 · Compare the details

Test the lead, row by row

A better number is marked only when both providers publish values that can be compared fairly.

Best known Not disclosed
Cards
Avici CardOverall71
Coinbase One CardOverall56
01

Scores

6 fields
Overall Score
Avici Card
71
Coinbase One Card
56
Cashback score
Avici Card
21
Coinbase One Card
40
Travel score
Avici Card
82
Coinbase One Card
60
Funds control score
Avici Card
95
Coinbase One Card
36
Lowest fees score
Avici Card
74
Coinbase One Card
58
Transfers score
Avici Card
67
Coinbase One Card
24
02

Strengths & trade-offs

2 fields
Strengths
Avici Card
User-owned USDC collateral, Physical, virtual and phone-wallet use
Coinbase One Card
2% BTC on eligible purchases, No foreign transaction fee
Trade-offs
Avici Card
No standard purchase cashback, Visa and penalty layers need care
Coinbase One Card
Paid membership is required, Debt and cash advances carry costs
03

Costs

7 fields
Plan cost
Avici Card
$0
Coinbase One Card
$49.99/year
FX fee
Avici Card
0–1%
Coinbase One Card
0% foreign transaction fee; Amex conversion rates remain separate
Top-up fee
Avici Card
$0 Avici card top-up fee; swap and network execution costs are separate and not fully published
Coinbase One Card
Linked U.S. bank or accepted Coinbase wallet repayment; crypto spread varies
Card spending fee
Avici Card
0%
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
ATM fee
Avici Card
0–0.65%
Coinbase One Card
Cash advance: greater of $10 or 5%, plus variable interest from posting and possible ATM-operator fees
Virtual card
Avici Card
Platinum $15 first / $10 extra; Signature $30 first year / $20 renewal
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Physical card
Avici Card
Platinum $50; Signature $75 + $20/year from year two
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
04

Plans

2 fields
Available plans
Avici Card
2 plans: Visa Platinum, Visa Signature
Coinbase One Card
4 plans: AOC tier 1: 2%, AOC tier 2: 2.5%, AOC tier 3: 3%, AOC tier 4: 4%
Top cashback plan
Avici Card
Visa Platinum: 0%
Coinbase One Card
AOC tier 4: 4%: 4%
05

Everyday use

8 fields
Network
Avici Card
Visa
Coinbase One Card
American Express
Card formats
Avici Card
Virtual, Physical
Coinbase One Card
Virtual, Physical
ATM withdrawals
Avici Card
Available
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Mobile wallets
Avici Card
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Coinbase One Card
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Apps
Avici Card
iOS, Android
Coinbase One Card
iOS, Android, Web
Daily spending limit
Avici Card
No fixed public transaction cap; balance, issuer and user-set limits apply
Coinbase One Card
Personalized credit limit; no reusable daily spend ceiling
Monthly spending limit
Avici Card
No fixed public monthly cap; dynamic controls apply
Coinbase One Card
Personalized credit limit; no reusable monthly spend ceiling
ATM limit
Avici Card
$250 per day, up to 3 ATM transactions
Coinbase One Card
Cash access and its sublimit are determined by the issuer
06

Funding & transfers

5 fields
Networks
Avici Card
Ethereum, Polygon, Optimism, Arbitrum, Solana
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Crypto deposits
Avici Card
Stablecoins: USDC
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Fiat deposits
Avici Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Transfers
Avici Card
Stablecoin transfers
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Payout currencies
Avici Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
07

Rewards

3 fields
Base cashback
Avici Card
0%
Coinbase One Card
2%
Max cashback
Avici Card
0%
Coinbase One Card
4%
Reward currency
Avici Card
No cashback
Coinbase One Card
Bitcoin
08

Earn

5 fields
Advertised APY
Avici Card
Not offered
Coinbase One Card
Up to 3.5% APY
How it works
Avici Card
Not offered
Coinbase One Card
Borrow against collateral
Separate deposit
Avici Card
Not offered
Coinbase One Card
No
Use balance for spending
Avici Card
Not offered
Coinbase One Card
No
Lock-up
Avici Card
Not offered
Coinbase One Card
Yes
09

Trust & availability

6 fields
Custody
Avici Card
Self-custody
Coinbase One Card
Custodial
Control until payment
Avici Card
You keep control
Coinbase One Card
Provider controls funds
Card issuer
Avici Card
Third National
Coinbase One Card
First Electronic Bank
Card processing
Avici Card
Relay
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Custody / key management
Avici Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Coinbase, Inc.
Identity verification
Avici Card
Sumsub
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
10

Sources

2 fields
Official sources
Avici Card
16
Coinbase One Card
23
Last reviewed
Avici Card
Aug 21, 2026
Coinbase One Card
Sep 5, 2026

04 · The verdict

Avici Card is the stronger all-round choice

Avici Card finishes ahead with an Overall Score of 71 versus 56 for Coinbase One Card. Avici Card has the lower starting plan cost ($0 vs $49.99/year). Coinbase One Card has the higher published base cashback rate (2% vs 0%).

Coinbase One Card can still be the more comfortable choice if its availability, card setup or way of holding funds suits you better. Avici Card uses a self-controlled wallet setup, while Coinbase One Card uses a custodial balance setup. Neither approach is always better, so choose the level of control you are comfortable with.

Avici Card lists more stablecoins and ways to send money out (2 vs 0). Before applying, confirm availability in your country and recheck the provider's current fees and reward conditions.

If one card now looks like the better fit, you can check the latest application terms on the provider site or read our full Avici Card and Coinbase One Card reviews first.

05 · Common questions

Avici vs Coinbase One FAQ

Is Avici or Coinbase One better overall?

Avici Card has the higher Overall Score (71 vs 56). That does not make it better for everyone: your preferred fees, rewards, way of holding funds and country availability can change the practical choice.

Which has lower fees, Avici or Coinbase One?

Avici Card has the lower starting plan cost ($0 vs $49.99/year). Compare plan, FX, card-spend, top-up and ATM charges separately because one fee does not represent the full cost.

Which has better cashback, Avici or Coinbase One?

Coinbase One Card has the higher published base cashback rate (2% vs 0%). Maximum rates may depend on tiers, caps, categories or other conditions, so the entry rate and reward asset matter too.

How do Avici and Coinbase One differ on custody?

Avici Card uses a self-controlled wallet setup, while Coinbase One Card uses a custodial balance setup. Neither approach is always better, so choose the level of control you are comfortable with.

How current is this Avici vs Coinbase One comparison?

The latest information check for these two cards was September 5, 2026, using 39 official sources in total. Each full card review lists its own check date, sources and anything the provider has not clearly disclosed.

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