Amex Platinum Benefits in 2026
Start with spending you already plan. Monthly wallet cash, quarterly shopping and dining, and half-year hotel credits need different routines.
By Chris Ollie · Terms checked · U.S. consumer cards
Benefit amounts and reset dates
| Benefit | Allowance | Reset | Setup |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uber Cash | $15 monthly; $35 in December | Each calendar month | Add eligible Platinum to Uber; select an Amex card at checkout |
| Resy Credit | Up to $100 per quarter; $400 per year | January–March, April–June, July–September, October–December | Enroll through Amex before paying |
| Airline Fee Credit | Up to $200 per calendar year | January 1 | Select one qualifying airline through Amex |
| Hotel Credit | Up to $300 per half-year; $600 per year | January–June and July–December | Automatic for eligible prepaid Amex Travel bookings |
| Digital Entertainment Credit | Up to $25 monthly; $300 per year | Each calendar month | Enroll through Amex; pay eligible providers directly |
| lululemon Credit | Up to $75 per quarter; $300 per year | January–March, April–June, July–September, October–December | Enroll through Amex before purchase |
| Uber One Credit | Up to $120 per calendar year | January 1; reimbursement follows eligible membership charges | Pay for an auto-renewing Uber One membership with Platinum |
What to check before spending
This hub covers the U.S. consumer Platinum credits listed below. Lounge rules, earning rates and the annual-fee calculation are covered in the 2026 editorial review.
Read the 2026 Platinum review and annual-fee math →
Follow the linked guide for qualifying purchases, exclusions, examples and issuer sources. This schedule is a checklist, rather than a guarantee that a specific transaction qualifies.