Side-by-side card comparison

Tria vs Coinbase One: where the score gap comes from

Tria Card has the higher Overall Score by 11 points (67 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, 202644 official sources reviewed

01 · Where the gap opens

Tria Card is the better all-round starting point

Tria 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.

OverallTria67Coinbase One56Higher score
CashbackTria45Coinbase One40Compare the details below
TravelTria63Coinbase One60Compare the details below
Funds controlTria91Coinbase One36Compare the details below
Lowest feesTria51Coinbase One58Compare the details below
TransfersTria63Coinbase One24Compare the details below

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

Tria 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.

  • Self-custody wallet linked to card spend
  • Physical, virtual and phone-wallet access
  • Higher tiers raise caps and perks

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
Tria67
Coinbase One56

Tria Card has the higher Overall Score by 11 points.

Entry cost & FX
Tria$25/year plan · 0–3% FX
Coinbase One$49.99/year plan · 0% foreign transaction fee; Amex conversion rates remain separate FX

Tria Card has the lower starting plan cost ($25/year vs $49.99/year).

Purchase rewards
Tria1.5% base · up to 6%
Coinbase One2% base · up to 4%

Coinbase One Card has the higher published base cashback rate (2% vs 1.5%).

Funds control
TriaSelf-controlled wallet
Coinbase OneCustodial balance

Tria 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
TriaVirtual + 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
Tria2 stablecoins · Stablecoin transfers
Coinbase One0 stablecoins · Not modeled

Tria Card lists more stablecoins and ways to send money out (3 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
1.5%-6%
Plan cost
$25/year
FX fee
0–3%
ATM fee
Up to $2 + 3%; inquiry/decline up to $2
Card formats
Virtual, Physical
Wallet payments
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Receive methods
5 crypto · 0 fiat
Payout methods
5 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
Tria CardOverall67
Coinbase One CardOverall56
01

Scores

6 fields
Overall Score
Tria Card
67
Coinbase One Card
56
Cashback score
Tria Card
45
Coinbase One Card
40
Travel score
Tria Card
63
Coinbase One Card
60
Funds control score
Tria Card
91
Coinbase One Card
36
Lowest fees score
Tria Card
51
Coinbase One Card
58
Transfers score
Tria Card
63
Coinbase One Card
24
02

Strengths & trade-offs

2 fields
Strengths
Tria Card
Self-custody wallet linked to card spend, Physical, virtual and phone-wallet access
Coinbase One Card
2% BTC on eligible purchases, No foreign transaction fee
Trade-offs
Tria Card
Entry tier is paid, Funding and FX use separate fee layers
Coinbase One Card
Paid membership is required, Debt and cash advances carry costs
03

Costs

7 fields
Plan cost
Tria Card
$25/year
Coinbase One Card
$49.99/year
FX fee
Tria Card
0–3%
Coinbase One Card
0% foreign transaction fee; Amex conversion rates remain separate
Top-up fee
Tria Card
1%
Coinbase One Card
Linked U.S. bank or accepted Coinbase wallet repayment; crypto spread varies
Card spending fee
Tria Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
ATM fee
Tria Card
Up to $2 + 3%; inquiry/decline up to $2
Coinbase One Card
Cash advance: greater of $10 or 5%, plus variable interest from posting and possible ATM-operator fees
Virtual card
Tria Card
$25/year Virtual membership; issued after payment and KYC
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Physical card
Tria Card
Signature $109/year PVC card + virtual; Premium $250/year metal card + virtual; shipping is country/batch gated
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
04

Plans

2 fields
Available plans
Tria Card
3 plans: Virtual, Signature, Premium
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
Tria Card
Premium: 6%
Coinbase One Card
AOC tier 4: 4%: 4%
05

Everyday use

8 fields
Network
Tria Card
Visa
Coinbase One Card
American Express
Card formats
Tria Card
Virtual, Physical
Coinbase One Card
Virtual, Physical
ATM withdrawals
Tria Card
Available
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Mobile wallets
Tria Card
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Coinbase One Card
Apple Pay, Google Pay
Apps
Tria Card
iOS, Android, Web
Coinbase One Card
iOS, Android, Web
Daily spending limit
Tria Card
Dynamic / collateral-based; marketing claims up to $1,000,000/day
Coinbase One Card
Personalized credit limit; no reusable daily spend ceiling
Monthly spending limit
Tria Card
Dynamic / collateral-based; marketing claims up to $1,000,000/day
Coinbase One Card
Personalized credit limit; no reusable monthly spend ceiling
ATM limit
Tria Card
$750/withdrawal; 3 withdrawals/24h
Coinbase One Card
Cash access and its sublimit are determined by the issuer
06

Funding & transfers

5 fields
Networks
Tria Card
Ethereum, Polygon, Base, Arbitrum, Optimism, BSC +2
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Crypto deposits
Tria Card
Stablecoins: USDC, USDT; Other crypto: BTC, ETH, SOL
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Fiat deposits
Tria Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Transfers
Tria Card
Stablecoin transfers
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
Payout currencies
Tria Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
07

Rewards

3 fields
Base cashback
Tria Card
1.5%
Coinbase One Card
2%
Max cashback
Tria Card
6%
Coinbase One Card
4%
Reward currency
Tria Card
USDC and/or USDT stablecoins cashback
Coinbase One Card
Bitcoin
08

Earn

5 fields
Advertised APY
Tria Card
Up to 15% APY
Coinbase One Card
Up to 3.5% APY
How it works
Tria Card
Optional earn vault
Coinbase One Card
Borrow against collateral
Separate deposit
Tria Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
No
Use balance for spending
Tria Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
No
Lock-up
Tria Card
No
Coinbase One Card
Yes
09

Trust & availability

5 fields
Custody
Tria Card
Self-custody
Coinbase One Card
Custodial
Control until payment
Tria Card
You keep control
Coinbase One Card
Provider controls funds
Card issuer
Tria Card
Nimbus, LLC, Third National
Coinbase One Card
First Electronic Bank
Custody / key management
Tria Card
Not disclosed
Coinbase One Card
Coinbase, Inc.
Programme operator
Tria Card
Threely Dimensions Inc.
Coinbase One Card
Not disclosed
10

Sources

2 fields
Official sources
Tria Card
21
Coinbase One Card
23
Last reviewed
Tria Card
Aug 25, 2026
Coinbase One Card
Sep 5, 2026

04 · The verdict

Tria Card is the stronger all-round choice

Tria Card finishes ahead with an Overall Score of 67 versus 56 for Coinbase One Card. Tria Card has the lower starting plan cost ($25/year vs $49.99/year). Coinbase One Card has the higher published base cashback rate (2% vs 1.5%).

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

Tria Card lists more stablecoins and ways to send money out (3 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 Tria Card and Coinbase One Card reviews first.

05 · Common questions

Tria vs Coinbase One FAQ

Is Tria or Coinbase One better overall?

Tria Card has the higher Overall Score (67 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, Tria or Coinbase One?

Tria Card has the lower starting plan cost ($25/year 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, Tria or Coinbase One?

Coinbase One Card has the higher published base cashback rate (2% vs 1.5%). Maximum rates may depend on tiers, caps, categories or other conditions, so the entry rate and reward asset matter too.

How do Tria and Coinbase One differ on custody?

Tria 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 Tria vs Coinbase One comparison?

The latest information check for these two cards was September 5, 2026, using 44 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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