Side-by-side card comparison

Solid vs Coinbase One: where the score gap comes from

Solid Card has the higher Overall Score by 32 points (88 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, 202643 official sources reviewed

01 · Where the gap opens

Solid Card is the better all-round starting point

Solid 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.

OverallSolid88Coinbase One56Higher score
CashbackSolid91Coinbase One40Compare the details below
TravelSolid62Coinbase One60Compare the details below
Funds controlSolid96Coinbase One36Compare the details below
Lowest feesSolid89Coinbase One58Compare the details below
TransfersSolid82Coinbase One24Compare the details below

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

Solid 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.

  • Savings can stay productive while spending
  • Up to 50% on eligible AI subscriptions
  • Eligible ACH/wire receive details

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
Solid88
Coinbase One56

Solid Card has the higher Overall Score by 32 points.

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

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

Purchase rewards
Solid3% base · up to 5%
Coinbase One2% base · up to 4%

Solid Card has the higher published base cashback rate (3% vs 2%).

Funds control
SolidSelf-controlled wallet
Coinbase OneCustodial balance

Solid 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
SolidVirtual · Apple Pay, Google Pay
Coinbase OneVirtual + Physical · Apple Pay, Google Pay

Coinbase One Card lists more card formats and phone-wallet options (4 vs 3).

Money movement
Solid3 stablecoins · Stablecoin transfers
Coinbase One0 stablecoins · Not modeled

Solid Card lists more stablecoins and ways to send money out (5 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
3%-5%
Plan cost
$0
FX fee
1%
ATM fee
Not available
Card formats
Virtual
Wallet payments
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Receive methods
9 crypto · 17 fiat
Payout methods
3 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

Current signup offers

Signup value available today

A welcome offer can improve the value of your first months with a card. Check the eligibility rules, qualifying actions and deadline first. Signup offers are excluded from card scores.

Solid Card

Get $15

$15 new-user bonus after qualifying card spend

  • Activate the Solid Card.
  • Complete $75 of card spend.

Solid Card promo code15QRE

Solid may change or end the referral programme; check the current Rewards Terms before signing up.

Coinbase One Card

No active signup offer listed

We do not currently list an active signup offer for this card.

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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
Solid CardOverall88
Coinbase One CardOverall56
01

Scores

6 fields
Overall Score
Solid Card
88
Coinbase One Card
56
Cashback score
Solid Card
91
Coinbase One Card
40
Travel score
Solid Card
62
Coinbase One Card
60
Funds control score
Solid Card
96
Coinbase One Card
36
Lowest fees score
Solid Card
89
Coinbase One Card
58
Transfers score
Solid Card
82
Coinbase One Card
24
02

Strengths & trade-offs

2 fields
Strengths
Solid Card
Savings can stay productive while spending, Up to 50% on eligible AI subscriptions
Coinbase One Card
2% BTC on eligible purchases, No foreign transaction fee
Trade-offs
Solid Card
The best rates require millions of points, ATM availability is still being checked
Coinbase One Card
Paid membership is required, Debt and cash advances carry costs
03

Costs

7 fields
Plan cost
Solid Card
$0
Coinbase One Card
$49.99/year
FX fee
Solid Card
1%
Coinbase One Card
0% foreign transaction fee; Amex conversion rates remain separate
Top-up fee
Solid Card
0%
Coinbase One Card
Linked U.S. bank or accepted Coinbase wallet repayment; crypto spread varies
Card spending fee
Solid Card
0%
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
ATM fee
Solid Card
Not available
Coinbase One Card
Cash advance: greater of $10 or 5%, plus variable interest from posting and possible ATM-operator fees
Virtual card
Solid Card
Virtual Visa in app after KYC; activation requires at least $10 in Wallet or Savings
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Physical card
Solid Card
Physical card not listed
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
04

Plans

2 fields
Available plans
Solid Card
3 plans: Core, Prime, Ultra
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
Solid Card
Ultra: 5%
Coinbase One Card
AOC tier 4: 4%: 4%
05

Everyday use

8 fields
Network
Solid Card
Visa
Coinbase One Card
American Express
Card formats
Solid Card
Virtual
Coinbase One Card
Virtual, Physical
ATM withdrawals
Solid Card
Not available
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Mobile wallets
Solid Card
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Coinbase One Card
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Apps
Solid Card
iOS, Android, Web
Coinbase One Card
iOS, Android, Web
Daily spending limit
Solid Card
Shown in app
Coinbase One Card
Personalized credit limit; no reusable daily spend ceiling
Monthly spending limit
Solid Card
Shown in app
Coinbase One Card
Personalized credit limit; no reusable monthly spend ceiling
ATM limit
Solid Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Cash access and its sublimit are determined by the issuer
06

Funding & transfers

5 fields
Networks
Solid Card
Fuse, Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Base, Arbitrum
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Crypto deposits
Solid Card
Stablecoins: soUSD, USDC, USDT, FUSE; Other crypto: soETH, VOLT, WBTC, WETH, WFUSE
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Fiat deposits
Solid Card
USD virtual account, TransFi ARS funding, TransFi COP funding, TransFi BDT funding +13
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Transfers
Solid Card
Stablecoin transfers
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Payout currencies
Solid Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
07

Rewards

3 fields
Base cashback
Solid Card
3%
Coinbase One Card
2%
Max cashback
Solid Card
5%
Coinbase One Card
4%
Reward currency
Solid Card
USDC cashback
Coinbase One Card
Bitcoin
08

Earn

5 fields
Advertised APY
Solid Card
Up to 14% APY
Coinbase One Card
Up to 3.5% APY
How it works
Solid Card
Borrow against collateral, Optional earn vault
Coinbase One Card
Borrow against collateral
Separate deposit
Solid Card
Yes
Coinbase One Card
No
Use balance for spending
Solid Card
No
Coinbase One Card
No
Lock-up
Solid Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Yes
09

Trust & availability

6 fields
Custody
Solid Card
Self-custody
Coinbase One Card
Custodial
Control until payment
Solid Card
You keep control
Coinbase One Card
Provider controls funds
Card issuer
Solid Card
Rain, Third National
Coinbase One Card
First Electronic Bank
Card processing
Solid Card
Fuse Network Ltd
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Custody / key management
Solid Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Coinbase, Inc.
Programme operator
Solid Card
Fuse Network Ltd
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
10

Sources

2 fields
Official sources
Solid Card
20
Coinbase One Card
23
Last reviewed
Solid Card
Sep 5, 2026
Coinbase One Card
Sep 5, 2026

04 · The verdict

Solid Card is the stronger all-round choice

Solid Card finishes ahead with an Overall Score of 88 versus 56 for Coinbase One Card. Solid Card has the lower starting plan cost ($0 vs $49.99/year). Solid Card has the higher published base cashback rate (3% vs 2%).

Coinbase One Card can still be the more comfortable choice if its availability, card setup or way of holding funds suits you better. Solid 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.

Solid Card lists more stablecoins and ways to send money out (5 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 Solid Card and Coinbase One Card reviews first.

05 · Common questions

Solid vs Coinbase One FAQ

Is Solid or Coinbase One better overall?

Solid Card has the higher Overall Score (88 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, Solid or Coinbase One?

Solid 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, Solid or Coinbase One?

Solid Card has the higher published base cashback rate (3% vs 2%). Maximum rates may depend on tiers, caps, categories or other conditions, so the entry rate and reward asset matter too.

How do Solid and Coinbase One differ on custody?

Solid 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 Solid vs Coinbase One comparison?

The latest information check for these two cards was September 5, 2026, using 43 official sources in total. Each full card review lists its own check date, sources and anything the provider has not clearly disclosed.

06 · Test the winner

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