Jasper Cash Back Mastercard Review

For those with less than stellar credit, CardName offers a way to get an unsecured credit card that offers rewards and tools to help manage money effectively. It uses an underwriting process that relies on more than just your credit score, making this a card worth considering if you have a limited credit history.

WHAT IS THE JASPER MASTERCARD?

Offered by WebBank, CardName is part of a new generation of credit cards that combines purchasing power with money management tools.

The card pegs itself as ideal for those with a limited credit history. While it will run a credit inquiry on applicants, the company also considers other factors, such as a person's cashflow in their bank account.

Once approved, cardholders may be eligible for a credit limit of up to $15,000. The Jasper Mastercard doesn't charge an annual fee and comes with the opportunity to earn up to 6% cash back. Plus, the card can be managed with an app that makes it easy to track spending, stay on top of bills and make automatic payments based on your financial goals.

As a Mastercard, Jasper also comes with these benefits, among others:

• Cell phone protection
• Trip cancellation coverage
• Collision damage waiver for rental vehicles
• Mastercard ID Theft Protection

JASPER CREDIT CARD APPLICATION

The CardName application process can be more involved than simply filling out a form and clicking submit.

You'll need to provide the following information when applying:

• Name, birthdate and address
• Email address
• Social Security Number
• Annual income and monthly housing payment

Then, you may be asked to link your bank account for verification. This is done through the secure Plaid system. If you would prefer not to link an account, financial documents can be uploaded to Jasper instead.

By reviewing financial data, Jasper is able to make unsecured credit available to more people. However, it may mean waiting a couple days to receive a decision.

DOES THE JASPER CREDIT CARD HAVE A REWARDS PROGRAM?

Yes, the CardName offers up to 6% cash back on all purchases.

New cardholders automatically receive 1% cash back on everyday purchases. Then, they earn an additional 1% cash back for each person they refer who becomes a Jasper cardholder. Cash back from referrals is good for a year, and the maximum cash back available on the Jasper Mastercard is 6%.

After three on-time payments, you will receive your cash back rewards automatically every month as a statement credit, as long as your account is active and in good standing. The maximum cash back that can be earned depends on your credit limit, but it tops out at $900 a month– $10,800 per year– for those who have a $15,000 credit limit.

POTENTIAL DOWNSIDES OF THE JASPER MASTERCARD

The application process for the CardName could deter some people from applying, especially if they don't want to link their bank account.

Beyond that, the most significant downside of the card is the structure of its cash back program. Not everyone has the social network needed to maximize the cash back rate, and since cash back for referrals only lasts one year, that means continually referring new people in order to keep earning at a higher level.

Plus, if you miss a payment, your cash back can be locked and won't accumulate until you bring your account back into good standing.

JASPER MASTERCARD CARDHOLDER SCORES

HOW THE JASPER MASTERCARD COMPARES TO OTHER CREDIT CARDS

Jasper Cash Back Mastercard vs. Deserve EDU® Mastercard for Students

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Although both are intended for those with limited credit, CardName markets itself to students while Jasper sees its card as a good choice for anyone, including those who are self-employed.

Both cards come with Mastercard perks such s cell phone protection, and neither charges an annual fee or foreign transaction fees. As for rewards, each card offers 1% cash back to all cardholders. While you can boost that cash back amount by making referrals with the Jasper Mastercard, that isn't an option with the Deserve EDU. However, Deserve EDU does include a free year of Amazon Student Prime.

For the most part, these two cards are evenly matched in terms of their offerings and costs, so if you're a student, the right card for you might boil down to which rewards you prefer. If you think you can refer friends to Jasper, you can earn more cash back there. However, if you don't see referrals in your future, you may want to use the Deserve EDU Mastercard for the free year of Amazon Student Prime.

Jasper Cash Back Mastercard vs. Upgrade Cash Rewards Visa®

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The CardName works a little differently than other credit cards. Instead of a credit limit, cardholders are given a personal line of credit. Then, as the card is used, it essentially creates a series of loans with fixed monthly payments. The benefit for consumers is predictable monthly bills that can minimize the amount of time needed to pay off debt.

As for which is better, it depends on what you are looking for in a credit card. The Upgrade Card may be better for minimizing and paying off debt, but if your goal is to earn top rewards, the Jasper Mastercard may meet your needs.

WHO SHOULD APPLY FOR THE JASPER MASTERCARD?

The CardName may be ideal for anyone who has fair credit and who wants a rewards credit card with low fees. The application process may be more involved, but the pay-off can be a credit card with a generous credit limit, cash back rewards for everyday purchases and no security deposit required.

Survey Methodology: CardRatings commissioned Op4G in September and October 2021 to conduct surveys among 1,524 cardholders nationwide. CardRatings website analytics from Jan. 1, 2021-Aug. 31, 2021 were used to determine a selection of the most popular cards and additional cards were included to add survey breadth. Responses to each of nine questions were given on a scale of 1-10 and respondents' scores were then averaged under broad topics. To determine the overall score, responses from questions 1-8 were summed and the answer to "How likely are you to recommend this card to a friend, coworker or family member?" was double weighted. "Current Scores" reflect scores from the most recent survey; "Past Scores (avg.)" are the scores averaged over each prior year the card has been surveyed. "Past Scores" indicates a card has only been surveyed in one prior year.