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Card Stack Builder

One card can't do everything. The smartest approach is a stack of 2-3 cards that cover all your spending categories for maximum rewards.

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Pick your spending style
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Best 3-card combo
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Maximize Value
Use right card, every time

Choose Your Spending Profile

Select what best describes how you spend most

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Premium Traveler Stack

Best combo for frequent travelers who want lounges, miles & travel perks

Primary Card
Score
86/100

IDFC FIRST Mayura

IDFC FIRST Bank • mastercard

Annual Fee
₹5,999
Rewards
5 RP
Why this card
5 reward points base rate
Lounge access: 16 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus
Secondary Card
Score
87/100

HSBC Premier

HSBC • Mastercard

Annual Fee
₹20,000
Rewards
3 RP
Why this card
3 reward points base rate
Lounge access: 999 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus
Bonus Card
Score
88/100

IndusInd Pioneer Heritage

IndusInd Bank • mastercard

Annual Fee
₹25,000
Rewards
1 RP
Why this card
Lounge access: 999 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus

Stack Summary

Total Annual Fees
₹50,999
Cards in Stack
3
Best Reward Rate
5 RP
Banks Covered
3
Pro Tips: When to Use Each Card
IDFC FIRST Mayura
Use for: All travel & premium purchases
HSBC Premier
Use for: Dining & entertainment
IndusInd Pioneer Heritage
Use for: Backup card & specific category rewards
💰

Maximum Cashback Stack

Earn the most cashback across all spending categories

Primary Card
Score
80/100

Axis Airtel

Axis Bank • Visa

Annual Fee
₹500
Rewards
1 RP
Why this card
25.00% cashback
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus
Secondary Card
Score
84/100

Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card

HDFC Bank • Mastercard

Annual Fee
₹500
Rewards
1 RP
Why this card
10.00% cashback
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus
Bonus Card
Score
84/100

HSBC Live+ Credit Card

HSBC • visa

Annual Fee
₹999
Rewards
2 RP
Why this card
10.00% cashback
Lounge access: 4 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus

Stack Summary

Total Annual Fees
₹1,999
Cards in Stack
3
Best Reward Rate
2 RP
Banks Covered
3
Pro Tips: When to Use Each Card
Axis Airtel
Use for: Daily high-value spends
Swiggy HDFC Bank Credit Card
Use for: Online shopping & groceries
HSBC Live+ Credit Card
Use for: Backup card & specific category rewards
🏆

Rewards Maximizer Stack

Highest reward points across dining, shopping & online spends

Primary Card
Score
92/100

Yes Private

YES Bank • visa

Annual Fee
₹10,000
Rewards
20 RP
Why this card
20 reward points base rate
Lounge access: 999 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus
Secondary Card
Score
83/100

HDFC BizBlack Credit Card

HDFC Bank • Visa

Annual Fee
₹10,000
Rewards
17 RP
Why this card
17 reward points base rate
Lounge access: 999 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus
Bonus Card
Score
91/100

Axis Reserve

Axis Bank • visa

Annual Fee
₹50,000
Rewards
15 RP
Why this card
15 reward points base rate
Lounge access: 999 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus

Stack Summary

Total Annual Fees
₹70,000
Cards in Stack
3
Best Reward Rate
20 RP
Banks Covered
3
Pro Tips: When to Use Each Card
Yes Private
Use for: All travel & premium purchases
HDFC BizBlack Credit Card
Use for: Dining & entertainment
Axis Reserve
Use for: Backup card & specific category rewards
🎯

Budget Friendly Stack

Best value with zero or low annual fees and good benefits

Primary Card
Score
90/100

Axis Burgundy Private

Axis Bank • Visa

Annual Fee
FREE
Rewards
15 RP
Why this card
15 reward points base rate
Lounge access: 999 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Zero annual fee
Welcome bonus
Secondary Card
Score
89/100

Kotak Solitaire

Kotak Mahindra Bank • Visa

Annual Fee
FREE
Rewards
3 RP
Why this card
3 reward points base rate
Lounge access: 999 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Zero annual fee
Welcome bonus
Bonus Card
Score
87/100

IDFC First Select

IDFC FIRST Bank • visa

Annual Fee
FREE
Rewards
3 RP
Why this card
3 reward points base rate
Lounge access: 4 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Zero annual fee
Welcome bonus

Stack Summary

Total Annual Fees
FREE
Cards in Stack
3
Best Reward Rate
15 RP
Banks Covered
3
Pro Tips: When to Use Each Card
Axis Burgundy Private
Use for: All travel & premium purchases
Kotak Solitaire
Use for: Dining & entertainment
IDFC First Select
Use for: Backup card & specific category rewards
🎭

Lifestyle & Entertainment Stack

Best for movies, dining, shopping & entertainment perks

Primary Card
Score
83/100

HDFC Millennia

HDFC Bank • visa

Annual Fee
₹1,000
Rewards
1 RP
Why this card
5.00% cashback
Lounge access: 4 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus
Secondary Card
Score
86/100

IDFC FIRST Mayura

IDFC FIRST Bank • mastercard

Annual Fee
₹5,999
Rewards
5 RP
Why this card
5 reward points base rate
Lounge access: 16 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus
Bonus Card
Score
91/100

Axis Reserve

Axis Bank • visa

Annual Fee
₹50,000
Rewards
15 RP
Why this card
15 reward points base rate
Lounge access: 999 per year
Fuel surcharge waiver
Fee waiver available
Welcome bonus

Stack Summary

Total Annual Fees
₹56,999
Cards in Stack
3
Best Reward Rate
15 RP
Banks Covered
3
Pro Tips: When to Use Each Card
HDFC Millennia
Use for: Daily high-value spends
IDFC FIRST Mayura
Use for: Dining & entertainment
Axis Reserve
Use for: Backup card & specific category rewards