American Express vs Discover
A side-by-side comparison of American Express and Discover — TrustScores, verified reviews and ratings across the App Store and Google Play, updated for 2026.
Head-to-head
| Metric | American Express | Discover |
|---|---|---|
| TrustScore (/5) | 3.9 | 3.7 |
| Total reviews | 2,592 | 271 |
| Proof-verified reviews | 1,999 | 144 |
| App Store rating | 4.3 | 3.4 |
| Google Play rating | 4.5 | 3.5 |
| Region | Global | Global |
| Founded | 1850 | 1985 |
American Express · rating distribution
5
975 · 38%
4
768 · 30%
3
378 · 15%
2
174 · 7%
1
297 · 11%
Discover · rating distribution
5
89 · 33%
4
84 · 31%
3
45 · 17%
2
16 · 6%
1
37 · 14%
The verdict
American Express edges ahead with a TrustScore of 3.9/5 versus 3.7/5 for Discover — but the right choice depends on the features and fees that matter to you. Read the verified reviews for both before deciding.
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