Amex Platinum versus the Amex Gold: Which rewards credit card is better for you?

Alyssa Powell/Business Insider If you want to earn Amex Membership Rewards points to book travel, both the Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express® Gold Card are great options. They're both on the premium end of the spectrum. The Amex Platinum has a much higher annual fee: $550 compared to $250 for the Amex Gold card. Both cards have a few annual statement credits that can offset their annual fees. If you spend a lot on travel and want luxury benefits like airport lounge ...