Citi - Diamond Preferred Rewards Card

Citi - Diamond Preferred Rewards Card Reviews



Overall 4 star rating4.00 of 5 (by 22 users)



Citi - Diamond Preferred Rewards Card Review Summary

Reward credit cards are commonplace these days, but some certainly rate better than others and one that reviewers consistently like is the Citi- Diamond Preferred Rewards MasterCard, a credit card that makes earning points and redeeming rewards easy. Citi- Diamond Preferred Rewards MasterCard is “A Great Way to Get Things You Want for Free” and reviewers like the easy online payment and intuitive web site design. Some have pointed out, however, that the ratio of reward points to dollars spent diminishes over time, so the Citi- Diamond Preferred Rewards MasterCard may not be as valuable down the road. But Citi- Diamond Preferred Rewards MasterCard is still a good Credit Card option for those who like something extra from their credit card.
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Citi - Diamond Preferred Rewards Card Comparison

4 star rating Most Helpful
Favorable Review
JUN
24
2008
In my opinion, credit cards are a great convenience but they can also make it easier to spend more than you intended.  For that reason, I almost never carry a balance but I do use the card for most of my spending in order to get the reward points. I didn't seek out the Citibank Diamond Preferred MasterCard... read full review »
2009 VIP
budget conscious

LoveisJoy
Chicagoland, IL
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3 star rating Most Helpful
Critical Review
NOV
20
2007
Overall I still have a positive opinion of this card. I have redeemed over $1000 in points since I have been a member; however the incentives are continually reduced. The card started out with 5x bonus points on groceries and gas, then went to 3x, and is now 2x. I believe companies should honor their... read full review »
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Provo, UT
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Citi - Diamond Preferred Rewards Card Ratings and Reviews

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OCT
11
2009

Citi Diamond Preferred Rewards Card is generally on an average value. If you really care about the item you buy or like to take care or follow up the item you buy, I really think it is a good choice for you. Here are the details.

5 ThankYou Points for every $1 spent on purchases at supermarkets, drugstores and gas stations for 12 months; 1 point thereafter

1 ThankYou Point for every $1 spent on all other purchases

The terms of the original manufacturers' U.S. warranties (of one year or less) may be extended up to one additional year on most items purchased on your card.

Most items purchased with...

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4 star rating
reviewer 2009 Reviewer
ysj1205
Raleigh, NC



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in debt, on a strict budget

OCT
17
2009

As with all rewards / points / cash-incentive programs, it is always best to pay off the monthly bills and avoid the interest payments.  Like the rest, Citi offers its version as the Diamond Preferred Rewards card.  With all purchases, you receive 1% back in points.  However, when you visit their Rewards site to redeem the points, not all gift cards and items (they offer things from dvds to cameras to tvs) give you 1% in dollars.  For example, a $50 gift card may cost you 6000 points, which is less than 1% (it's actually 0.8%).

The best value is a $100 gift card for 10000 points, but it will...

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4 star rating
2009 Advisor
TimothyL
Alameda, CA



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Every day computer user

NOV
27
2008

Citicards offers a number of rewards card tied to their 'Thank You Network'. I just happen to have a Diamond Preferred Card. I recommend any and all Citicards that reward with 'Thank You Network' points because I've found it to be the best, most flexible and most reliable reward program out there. The best part is, your Thank You points are monitored online--so you can't lose them if you lose a coupon in the mail or something else. And, unlike some other reward programs, my Thank You points don't expire. If you have more than one Citicard tied to the Thank You program, you can assign them all to...

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5 star rating
crikkey
Hartland, MI



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don't carry a balance, Every day computer user, an moderate investor

JUN
24
2008
I used to like this card when you could get 5% rewards in ThankYou points and could redeem 5000 points for a $50 gas card, but those days are gone.  Reward percent has dropped and it now takes 6000 points for a $50 gift card, so it is no longer my primary rewards card.

Customer service is good.  Getting higher credit lines online is pretty easy.  Consolidating credit lines from other cards can be dome if you get right CSR.  Balance transfer offers can be excellent, if the fee is capped (3% BT fee with $75 max)

I really want to like this card, but other reward card options are now better.

3 star rating
goldsheet
La Mesa, CA



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Every day computer user, a low risk investor

MAR
31
2008
I hate switching credit cards and having to change all of my on-line bill pay options, but this card was worth it!  I just received it in January and have already redeemed points for 2 $25 gift cards.  I mainly use the credit card for gas and pharmacy purchases (where I earn 5 points per $1) and debit my other purchases (I only earn 1 point per $1 on other purchases.)  The rewards are nice, I like gift cards for restaurants and gas stations.  My only complaints are they offer gift cards for Shell (few in my area) and the 5 point per $1 will only last 1 year.
4 star rating
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polarischica
Columbus, MI



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always looking for ways to save, appreciative of good service, Every day computer user, interest conscious

NOV
20
2007
We have been using this card for several years now and have earned hundreds of dollars in rewards. We pay off our balance each month, and there is no annual fee. We use the card for all our purchases in order to earn the most points. Usually we earn about 5,000 points a month and it takes 10,000 points for a $100 gift card. So you can see how quickly it adds up. We make sure to shop at places that offer extra points to maximize our savings and rewards. A very good card as long as you pay off the balance each month
5 star rating
whidbey
Lemoore, CA



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Every day computer user, saving a little

MAR
3
2009

I love this Citi Diamond Preferred Rewards Credit Card! The more you spend, the more points you receive.

When the points reach certain level, you can exchange with gift cards, airplane tickets, and they have variety of items you can choose! They have so many items so you can almost find anything.

So far I received some gift cards for retail stores, a digital photo frames.

 


4 star rating
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tamasakane
Santa Ana, CA



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saving a little, a timeless classic

JUN
24
2008

Points build up fairly quickly, and you can cash them in at the $50 level or higher.

The website isn't very user-friendly, but it is possible to pay your bill online to avoid finance charges.

Customer service is helpful. Once I forgot my username & password, and couldn't get through the security of the website, but customer service was able to get me back on track.


4 star rating
reviewer 2008 Contributor
JohnMcPeek
Fairfax, VA



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Every day computer user

MAR
6
2009
I've used the Citi Diamond Preferred Card for about two years and there are two great features. 1) The ability to generate secure card numbers for on line purchases. I give each retailer a distict card number and spending limit to protect my physical card's account number. 2) The Citi team let's me buy tickets to shows I want to see earlier than the rest of the public. I fun perk.

4 star rating
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jhossain
Chicago, IL



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always looking for ways to save, pay my cc bill off each month, free gift card rewards junkie

NOV
26
2007
I love this card as you rack up points fast for everyday uses such as gas and groceries and drugstore purchases. Doesn't take long to accumulate enough points for a giftcard to your favorite resturant. Other cards offer 1 point for dollar spent and you can earn 3 points for the above items so if you use the card for these purchases only the points rack up fast.   
5 star rating
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nordsky
444448774



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on a strict budget

DEC
3
2008
I thought as long as I always paid on time my Citi card rate would stay the same since it wasn't an introductory rate.  I was WRONG.  They raised my rate from 4.99% to 14.99%.  I had the choice to "opt out" of the rate increase, but now my card will be cancelled on the expiration date and I will have to pay the balance in full. 
1 star rating
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kmartrocks
Stewartville, MN



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appreciative of good service, thrifty, free gift card rewards junkie, always looking for ways to save, not rich, fuel-conscious

NOV
24
2007
when my grandson wants something I don't have the cash for, I  can always tap into my rewards account to help pay for it, sometimes they have the exact item he wants, and I can surprise him with it.  (not easy to surprise a 14 year old any  more)  He always tells me I am a really cool grandma! 
4 star rating
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joycea
Avon Lake, OH



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don't carry a balance, infrequent traveler, appreciative of good service, pay my cc bill off each month

AUG
20
2007
This card is a great deal.  By using it for most purchases, I have earned regular points and bonus points which have allowed me to get lots of electronics I wouldn't have otherwise bought.  No annual fee.  Easy to use web site so I can monitor purchases, balances, due dates, and pay easily on line.
5 star rating
reviewer
waytoobusy
Cambridge, MA



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